Summary
Date Posted: Friday, March 25, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
This position is located in the External Relations Office in the Registry, Arusha branch of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (Mechanism) and will report to the External Relations Officer of the Mechanism.

Responsibilities
• Under the immediate supervision of the External Relations Officer, develops and produces communications products such as case information sheets, press releases, media packets and reports, brochures, briefings, annual reports, newsletters, etc.
• Drafts web communications such as web content and social media messaging; prepares posts for publishing and analyses performance
• Drafts or assists in the drafting of press releases, speeches and statements
• Assists and reviews implementation of the Mechanism’s communications strategy and the Mechanism’s Outreach strategy.Assist to identify and develop strategic partnerships with key international constituencies, such as media, diplomatic, non-governmental and legal (including academic) communities, to elicit support for and maximise impact of promotional objectives. Assist to identify key contacts/constituencies, build upon existing and establish new strategic partnerships in Rwanda and the Great Lakes region. Assist to identify actions or initiatives for the Mechanism to increase awareness of, promote and highlight the institution’s mandate and achievements, to safeguard and further its reputation, and to perpetuate its image. Assist to ensure accurate, timely and keen awareness among policy-makers of political trends, local conditions and public attitudes to the Mechanism.
• Tracks, researches and analyzes information on media, political and public attitudes to the Mechanism, as well as the political and judicial situation and media in Rwanda and the Great Lakes region. Gather information from diverse sources to evaluate the effectiveness of information campaigns. Monitor media and news and help to assess news value, political trends, local conditions and public attitudes relevant to the Mechanism. Assist the assessment of perceptions about the work of the Mechanism and help make recommendations for appropriate action.
• Organizes the distribution of information material to target audiences.
• Oversees or participates in the organization of diplomatic meetings, conferences, seminars, press briefings, interviews, etc.
• Respond to a variety of inquiries and information requests internally and externally; prepare related correspondence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies
• Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Communication – Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Planning and Organising – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments, adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Education
• Advanced university degree in journalism, public relations, communications or other related fields. A first level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
• Work Experience
• Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in writing and publishing public information materials, preferably for an international organization
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, and to interact with senior officials.
• Experience in/ knowledge of using social media and managing new media and audio-visual publicity campaigns desirable.
• Languages
• English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of Swahili or Kinyarwanda is an asset.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
To apply follow this link https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=177206&Lang=en-US 

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