Programme Analyst (Communications for Advocacy & Partnership) (UNFPA)

Job Description

Job Identification: 14997
Locations: Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Job Schedule: Full time
Vacancy Type: Fixed Term
Contract Duration: 1 Year with Possibility for extension
Required Languages: Fluency in both oral and written English and Vietnamese.
Job Category: Communications
Deadline: 03/01/2024

The Position

This position will lead Strategic Communications in UNFPA’s Country Office in Hanoi, Viet Nam. Reporting directly to the UNFPA Country Representative, you will collaborate with programme managers, the Viet Nam One UN Communications Team, the Regional Communications Adviser and the wider team including as part of UNFPA’s global communications network to promote the UNFPA mandate and work at country, regional and global levels.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.

Job Purpose:

Communications are at the heart of UNFPA’s programmatic and advocacy work as well as UNFPA’s brand identity. The Programme Analyst (Communications for Advocacy and Partnership) position is responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring a range of creative communications covering multiple platforms and channels to promote both the results of programmes to raise visibility and recognition. You will also support UNFPA’s broader communications work in Viet Nam in collaboration with national partners, donors, media, and UN agencies. In particular you will:

Develop a communication and advocacy strategy under the guidance of the Representative, to include high-level campaigns and creative opportunities to position UNFPA
Contribute to the implementation of the publications strategy and plan based on the corporate publications policy
Supervise the design and maintenance of the web page, social media presence and knowledge management system
Contribute to enhancing the capacity of the Office to build trustworthy and sustainable partnerships
Provide strategic advocacy and communications advice to Senior Management and Programme Managers, especially in relation to the Country Programme.
Supervise contingent communication workforce when required.

You would be responsible for:

A. Communication strategy:

Review, design and update the Country Communications and Social Media Strategies;
Manage the implementation of the communications strategy, preparing annual work plans and updating them on a regular basis;
Lead and oversee the development of all types of methods of communication including print, TV, radio, web, photography, videography, digital, newsflashes for the country programme, and speeches to reach the media and the public;
Facilitate training sessions to improve and increase media/communication skills and capacity of country staff;
Organise and facilitate field visits for strategic media focal points on programme, UNFPA’s mandate or relevant topics;
Create a well-catalogued electronic photo and video library connected to UNFPA’s global media hub.

B. Publications strategy and plan based on the corporate publications policy.

Identify and develop story lines for publications and substantive articles contributing to debates on development issues relevant to UNFPA’s mandate and country programme focus;
Conduct daily media scanning and summary in regard to topics related to the programme to inform the office staff, operating a functional internal alert system;
Contribute to publication activities to ensure corporate brand and style is met.

C. Web Based Knowledge Management System

Maintain the Country Office webpage, including projects/programmes specific pages and based on corporate requirements in cooperation with the ICT staff;
Supervise and prepare content for the web site ensuring consistency of the materials;
Strengthen and maintain the Country Office’s knowledge management system via working with programme managers and the M&E officer to ensure all knowledge products are catalogued and widely disseminated.

D. Sustainable Partnerships and Advocacy

Participate in the UN Communications Group;
Assist in evidence-based advocacy efforts for the country programme and broader ICPD agenda with national institutions and other UN agencies;
Pursue innovative ways to maintain and create new partnerships with government, non-government agencies, development partners and donors, private sector in communications related areas and maintain a continuous flow of information;
Create, promote and contribute to campaigns such as UNFPA’s #bodyright campaign, for local media that position UNFPA mandate and its country programme and influence on-going development work, based on current programmes and new initiatives;
Support advocacy initiatives such as the organization of roundtable discussions, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews, launches;
Develop and maintain media contacts and networks, providing newsworthy information to public and donors to increase coverage and understanding of UNFPA mandate and UNFPA's work in the country, while ensuring coherence in public information activities and messages;
Contribute to annual reporting of the country programme and formatting and packaging of key materials for the donor in close collaboration with programme staff as required.

E. Provide strategic advocacy and communications advice to Senior Management

Liaise with the UNFPA Regional Office to keep the Country Office’s communications work aligned with UNFPA's regional and global communications efforts;
Provide guidance and support to Senior Management in planning and implementing advocacy and communication activities that project UNFPA's branding and image accurately and effectively;
Cooperate with all teams within the Country Office to provide support for all advocacy and communication requirements including on population-specific issues such as ethnic minorities, rural communities, LGBTQIA+ and persons with disabilities;
Provide guidance to and liaise with all other personnel so that media and communications are integrated through their respective programmatic activities.

Any other activities/responsibilities as assigned by UNFPA.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education: Masters’ degree or equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent professional work experience in the communication area, combined with a university degree in a related field. Knowledge and Experience:

Minimum two (02) years of professional experience in communication, media, broadcast, media relations, or public relations, including building and maintaining relationships with journalists; researching stories; organizing press conferences; writing press releases and news for website and social media.
Experience of internal communications including communication of key corporate messages.
Experience of managing the production of printed material, including brochures, leaflets, briefing third party designers/printers to ensure corporate brand and style is met.
Experience in managing websites and social media accounts.
Experience in planning and managing public events.
Proven ability to write and edit engaging news, stories, and feature articles, as well as compelling social media content.
Sound editorial judgement, analytical ability and sensitivity to the issues UNFPA addresses.
Good facilitation and coordination skills, demonstrated ability to work in an independent manner and meet tight deadlines.
High sense of responsibility. Tact, discretion, initiative and good judgment in dealing with staff members, partners and other stakeholders.
Proficient computer skills and experience with software packages essential to create compelling content (print/visual/online).
Photography and videography skill will be an asset.

Languages: Fluency in both oral and written English and Vietnamese.

Required Competencies:

Values:

Exemplifying integrity
Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system
Embracing cultural diversity
Embracing change

Core Competencies:

Achieving results
Being accountable
Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen
Thinking analytically and strategically
Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships
Communicating for impact

Functional Competencies:

Creating visibility for the organization
Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda
Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships
Delivering results-based programmes
Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization

Managerial Competencies:

Providing strategic focus
Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders,
Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance
Making decisions and exercising judgment

Compensation and Benefits:

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts. Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment. Notice: UNFPA is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNFPA does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next phase of the selection process. How to apply To view the complete job description and apply for this position, click HERE. For information on time to hire national positions at UN agencies in Viet Nam, click HERE