Eligibility criteria

Age: 35 – 80

Nationality: Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Required experience

• 5 years of experience in writing and editing skills in the English language, with demonstrated ability for logical and analytical writing as well as ‘de-jargoning’ technical language for a wider audience
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Creative Writing, Communication, or relevant discipline
• Minimum 5 years’ experience and background in communications or journalism, specifically in writing and editing in the English language
• Previous knowledge with website management, google analytics and marketing (Google Ads and social media) is preferred.
• Experience in event and/or campaign management and support is an asset
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently within deadlines and under pressure
• Well organized and structured, good attention for detail
• Strong drive for results, taking pride in delivering as per expectation in terms of quality and timeliness
• Ability to synthesize complex documents into key messages and clear summary documents is desirable
• Experience in drafting communication and advocacy reports and other documents from research or studies is preferred
• Experience in conducting interviews for collecting information/case studies is desirable
• Knowledge and understanding of UNICEF, the child rights agenda and the UN system is desirable
• Experience working with UNICEF or other development organizations is a plus
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging and multicultural environment
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.), familiarity with database management and office technology equipment;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Sound security awareness;

Area(s) of expertise
Communication

Driving license
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Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Journalism, Creative Writing, Communication, or relevant discipline.

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