Communications Associate- Digital Outreach & Engagement Wizard [NPSA-6] at United Nations Development Programme
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Location:
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Salary:negotiable / YEAR
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Job type:CONTRACTOR
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Posted:5 months ago
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Category:Communication and Advocacy, Media and Public Relations
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Deadline:22/08/2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.
Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions.
Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations.
People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
UNDP Bangladesh has been a key facilitator in Bangladesh’s remarkable development story since it first arrived in 1972.
Since then, UNDP has assisted Bangladesh’s progression from a war zone, beset by environmental and political instability, to an ever more dynamic, youthful, and resilient emerging economy with distinct promise.
UNDP Bangladesh has been a valuable partner throughout this process, acting as an honest broker and a helpful catalyst in promoting transformational changes in the lives and livelihoods of Bangladesh’s people.
UNDP is helping Bangladesh meet its Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. The Communications team is responsible for expanding and enhancing UNDP Bangladesh visibility, online presence and promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Duties and Responsibilities
UNDP Bangladesh is seeking a Digital Engagement and Outreach Wizard to join the dynamic team.
As a Digital Engagement and Outreach Wizard, she/he will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to enhance UNDP Bangladesh’s digital presence and effectively engage with the target audience.
The role will involve leveraging various digital platforms, including social media, websites, and other online channels, to promote the UNDP brand, programmes, projects, and campaigns.
The Digital Engagement and Outreach Wizard will be responsible for the following main tasks, but not limited to, under the guidance of the Head of communications:
- Lead overall digital engagement strategy and implementation to increase UNDP Bangladesh brand awareness.
- Develop and implement digital outreach strategies for external and community engagement, including government, development partners, media and mass people.
- Manage and offer assistance for digital campaigns conducted by various projects within UNDP Bangladesh.
- Create compelling content for social media posts, blogs, newsletters, and other digital channels.
- Monitor and analyse digital metrics and KPIs to optimise engagement and outreach efforts.
- Collaborate with social media influencers and goodwill ambassador to ensure wider reach.
- Identify opportunities for partnerships, collaborations, and outreach initiatives to expand the digital presence.Work with vendors and individual consultants to create digital content like reels, infographics, games etc.
- Stay up-to-date with trends and best practices in digital engagement and outreach.
- Address specific requests from the Resident Representative, Deputy Resident Representative, and cluster heads.
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Institutional Arrangement:
The incumbent will report directly to the Head of Communications.
Competencies
| Core | |
| Achieve Results: | LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline |
| Think Innovatively: | LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements |
| Learn Continuously: | LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback |
| Adapt with Agility: | LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible |
| Act with Determination: | LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident |
| Engage and Partner: | LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships |
| Enable Diversity and Inclusion: | LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination |
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:
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Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Secondary Education is required.
OR
- University Degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or related field would be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.
Experience:
- Minimum of 6 years (with high school diploma) or 3 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant communications experience preferably providing communication packages at the national level to promote the activities of an international development organization.
Required Skills:
- Experience in the basic use of computers and relevant office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and ability to use web-based management and electronic log, file and/or scheduling systems.
Desired Skills:
- Experience in Editing and writing English/Bangla language content
- Relevant experience in Creating content using different cutting-edge technologies
- Experience in organizing events
- Experience in running social media campaigns with impact
- Experience in working with social media influencers
Language:
- Fluency in English and Bangla is required.
Disclaimer
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents.
UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority.
All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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Note: UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, ethnicity and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and people living with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination.
All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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