UNDP Consultant Communications Specialist Jobs 2022 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. UNDP Nigeria programme looking for “Consultant Communications Specialist”. Applicants with a University degree may apply on or before 07 April 2022.
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UNDP Consultant Communications Specialist Jobs 2022
The UNDP has published a job vacancy announcement on 01 April 2022 for qualified Nigeria’s to fill in the vacant post of Consultant Communications Specialist to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) |
| Position | Consultant Communications Specialist |
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | University degree |
| Experience Required | At least 8 years |
| Application Deadline | 07 April 2022 |
UNDP Job Vacancy 2022
Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Honorable Minister for Environment, with reporting lines to the Deputy Resident representative (DRR-P), sitting within the Ministry of the Environment and UNDP Nigeria communication teams, the successful candidate will lead the planning and implementation of strategic communication, advocacy and media strategies to support effective policy making, public participation and project implementation geared towards environmental sustainability within Nigeria.The Communications Specialist will be responsible for increasing awareness, engagement and knowledge on environmental focused initiatives, priorities and programmes, through:
- Stakeholder management, networking and partnership building
- Media relations, public outreach and advocacy
- Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
- Takes the lead in the development, planning and implementation of large, complex communication strategies that promotes and raises awareness of Ministry of Environment and UNDP Nigeria environmental priorities, programmes and key messages
- Design and implement activities included in communication strategies, using a range of innovative tactics such as the production of communication and media assets, writing briefs and human-interest pieces, developing advocacy narratives, delivering creative social media and digital campaigns, and organizing public outreach events.
- Work closely with programme staff and senior management to ensure clear, coherent and consistent communication and advocacy about the strategic focus and activities of the Ministry of Environment and UNDP Nigeria environment programmes, priorities and initiatives
Qualification & Experience:
- Advanced degree or equivalent in journalism, public relations, environmental studies, political or social sciences or comparable academic preparation.
- A first-level university degree in combination with five additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- At least 8 years of relevant experience at the national level in public relations, communications or advocacy is required;
- Previous experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders, namely stakeholder engagement in consultation processes;
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work and handle stressful conditions;
- Strong experience drafting user-friendly communication and advocacy strategies and products for social media, websites, traditional media such as fliers, articles, success stories, etc;
- Experience in the usage of MS Office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) some relevant simple design software and web[1]based management systems;
- Experience engaging at senior government and management level;
- Working knowledge of the UN Principles, SDGs and international development in Africa;
- Experience in the United Nations system or a comparable international organization is desirable;
- Excellent analytical and writing skills;
- Experience with inter-agency or multi-stakeholder collaboration is desirable;
- A high degree of political and cross-cultural sensitivity.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Selection Process: Interview
- Language: Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply UNDP Consultant Communications Specialist Jobs 2022
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
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The Closing Date: 07 April 2022
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.undp.org |
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