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Communication Specialist

Yangon

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Yangon
  • Grade: Mid level - LICA-10, Local Individual Contractors Agreement
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Communication and Public Information
  • Closing Date: Closed

Background Information - Myanmar

The Asia Regional Health Cluster (ARHC) was established in 2018 for efficient delivery of grants and funds management, and the provision of quality pharmaceuticals and medical equipment.  The ARHC aims to significantly impact the targets of UN Sustainable Development Goal #3 on good health and well being by expanding the population benefitting from UNOPS-managed health-related engagements across the Asia Region. The ARHC portfolio manages the Principal Recipient (PR) Programme of the Global Fund in Asia. The Global Fund, which has been providing financial support to the Greater Mekong Sub-Region for malaria programs since 2003, has selected UNOPS as a PR, responsible for delivering the targets set out in the grant agreements. This is done in collaboration with selected Sub-Recipients (SRs) from the National Programmes, international and local non-governmental organizations and United Nations agencies.


Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS is the Principal Recipient managing the RAI2E grant (2018-2020). RAI2E was established by the Global Fund in 2018, and the funding enevelop contains the following resources: USD244million for malaria elmination activities in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS), USD154million for TB and HIV activities in Myanmar (2018-2020) and USD10million for the TEAM grant, a regional TB grant in the GMS. Under the direct supervision of the Programme Director, and in accordance with UNOPS policies, procedures and practices, the Communications and Media Specialist will work closely with all units of the UNOPS PR-GFATM in the area of communications and will support one or more grants as an integral part of the PR and its work.

Functional Responsibilities

Develop and implement an external communication strategy for PR-GFATM, setting out the key communications challenges faced by PR-GFATM and how these will be addressed. The strategy will include: how key communication issues relating to PR-GFATM will be identified; how messages will be developed and agreed; channels of communication among stakeholders; resource needs for communication activities; and, a monitoring and evaluation framework for communication activities.

Communicate PR-GFATM’s work, including its activities and results, effectively to a wide range of stakeholders. This includes:

  • developing and continuously maintining and managing the websites the PR is using for its grants;
  • ensuring easy web based access to information on PR-GFATM policies, Global Fund decisions, sub-recipients’ details, types of actions funded, grant allocation, funding possibilities and sharing of PR-GFATM beneficiary stories;
  • producing PR-GFATM’s flagship communications products, its annual and semi-annual reports by: planning and coordinating all contributions to the report, writing sections of the report, editing the overall report and producing a Myanmar language version in a timely manner;
  • leading the organization of an annual event to showcase PR-GFATM and its partners;
  • preparing information materials on PR-GFATM for use by Global Fund, media and other stakeholders;
  • identifying and obtaining feature stories and other materials to facilitate global/regional advocacy;
  • ensuring effective use of tools of mass communication and social media.

Support the PR-GFATM management team in ensuring that monitoring and evaluation evidence generated by PR-GFATM is used effectively to inform programme and policy development in Myanmar. This includes:

  • developing communication materials and maintaining networks for the dissemination of results, good practice and lessons learned based on evidence gathered from PR-GFATM’s sub-recipients, studies and other research activities;
  • preparing materials needed for workshops, seminars, briefings organized by the PR-GFATM.

Ensure appropriate visibility for PR-GFATM and its donors with all stakeholders. This includes:

  • providing Global Fund and UNOPS missions with high-quality briefing kits before each visit.
  • ensuring that the contributions from Global Fund and the role of UNOPS in PR-GFATM are given appropriate coverage and visibility in all publications, promotional activities (e.g. print/media, audio/video, etc.) and on the website;
  • providing accurate information to the local press including press statements;
  • ensuring rapid co-ordination of responses to questions and queries raised about PR-GFATM;
  • ensuring appropriate use by the PR-GFATM and sub-recipients of the PR-GFATM logo and of the Global Fund.

Assess the communications materials of PR-GFATM partners to ensure that they are appropriate and relevant to the communities in which they are used.

Acts as gatekeeper for arranging events for the PR to ensure appropriate representation.

Coordinates preparation of materials needed for periodic reviews, workshops, seminars, briefings organized by the PR.

Impact of Results

Under the guidance of the supervisor, decisions are made on developing communication strategy and resources for overall communications work, choosing media partners, events and messages to be shared. This is based on judgement and ability to identify accurate, relevant and useful information and package it into key messages to share with the media. Overall sensitivity in dealing with the media and journalists is critical to the functioning of the post. Thorough understanding of UNOPS priorities and programmes is the basis for such decisions.


Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

  • A Master’s degree in a field related to communication, media studies, public health, journalism, international or public relations, social or political sciences.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in the relevant field with an additional 2 years of highly relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the master’s degree

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in strategic communications and/or public affairs, preferably in multi-stakeholder contexts is required.
  • Experience in health related programmes, preferably in a developing country; significant experience in South-East Asia would be an asset.
  • Previous experience in managing websites would be an asset.
  • Previous successful involvement with, and good knowledge of NGOs and civil society would be an asset.
  • Experience in working  with event and material production suppliers to achieve high quality finished products is desirable;
  • Experience with working and maintaining contacts with the media is desirable;
  • Knowledge of the political, economic and social situation in Myanmar is desirable;
  • Experience in writing excellent technical reports and policy briefs in the area of health are essential
  • Excellent presentation skills would be an asset.
  • Experience with UN is highly desirable.

Language Requirements

  • Fluency in both written and spoken English and Myanmar is required

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above)
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: ICA
Contract level: Local ICA 10
Contract duration: Open-ended, subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance


For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:

https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx 


THIS IS LOCAL POSITION OPEN TO MYANMAR NATIONALS ONLY. 


Additional Considerations

  • Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
  • Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
  • Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
  • Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
  • UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
  • For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
  • The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.


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