In the context of WHO’s 13th General Programme of Work (GPW) and its triple-billion strategy, the UNV will support communications highlighting the impact of donors at county level. Key deliverables include: accurate and timely production and dissemination of high quality public information products which highlight WHO work and donors’ impact on the ground; promoting achievements and results of key public health initiatives and optimizing networking opportunities.

The new focus of our work will be at the country level where we aim to reach the triple billion goal of 1 billion more people covered, 1 billion more protected and 1 billion more healthier populations. In this regard, the UN Volunteers can work at the Regional Office based in the Republic of Congo, Brazzaville or in any of our 47 country offices.

The areas of work that can be covered include: communicable and non-communicable diseases, healthier populations, health systems and information, emergency preparedness and response, data collection and management, family and reproductive health, programme support and administration.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Regional Communication Manager, the UN Volunteer will:

1. Liaise with country offices and external relations unit to identify programs funded by donors and develop quality communication products highlighting donor impact and achievements.
2. Produce public information materials such as human-interest stories, press releases, notes for the media, social media posts and other material on donor related activities, events, products and issues for use by the print, electronic and online media.
3. Collaborate with all relevant actors, including the external partnership team, health clusters, regional and field offices, other WHO departments, UN agencies, and other partners to identify and create communication opportunities on donor visibility.
4. Draft social media content acknowledging funding and celebrating donors’ impact, and track performance of digital communications, as well as guide to best digital strategy.
5. Organize photographic shoots, interviews and filming opportunities to support high visibility of donor impact through various public platforms.
6. Organize donor visits in countries to collect quality audio-visual content.
7. Monitor donor related coverage and programmes and provide regular reports and plans for optimal visibility.
8. Work with external relations focal points at country level and in the regional office to prepare communication and advocacy products and statements to be used by the Resource Mobilization team in convincing and encouraging donors to rapidly fund the overall health sector response.
9. Perform any other communications- related duties, as required by the functional supervisor.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
• Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

• Professionalism;
• Integrity;
• Teamwork and respect for diversity;
• Commitment to continuous learning;
• Planning and organizing;
• Communication;
• Flexibility;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement.

    communication and/or advocacy at the national and international level.

• Proven experience in the production of communication material

Desirable

• Prior working experience with WHO/UN or with an international nongovernmental organization.
• Experience in organizing advocacy campaigns.
• Experience in photography
• Experience in videography and editing of video footage

Skills

• Excellent word and power point skills
• Excellent social media handling and content production skills
• Familiarity with the use of graphic design, visual design,
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills.
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines.

A middle-income country, Congo is experiencing a particularly favorable development context with a stabilized macroeconomic framework because of the implementation of ambitious macroeconomic reforms. Economic growth averaged around 6% for over a decade. However, should the current decline in the price of a barrel of petroleum persists, it could hinder this dynamic. Note that the performance at the macro level contrast with the living conditions of populations which remain difficult. Unemployment, particularly among young people remains high and the cost of living is quite high compared to other countries in the sub-region. Food imports account for most of the coverage needs of the population in major cities. Peace and security have improved considerably. However, the Congo has two security levels:
• Level 2 in Brazzaville, Pointe – Noire and the Pool department
• Level 1 the rest of the territory.
The UNV will be based in Brazzaville, the capital city. The city is quiet, everyday life in Brazzaville is safe and one can circulate freely. The food and non-food commodities are available. Medical facilities are up to standard. It is difficult to find a suitable apartment with basic security conditions and water supply. The apartments must be approved by the Department of Safety and Security in Brazzaville. Missions in regions where the beneficiaries are located are organized as needed. The WHO Regional Office is located South on the outskirt of Brazzaville. A shuttle is available to take staff members to and from work at scheduled hours.