Communication Specialist

2 settimane fa


Roma, Lazio, Italia FAO A tempo pieno

Job Summary

The Communication Officer (Fisheries and Aquaculture) plays a crucial role in supporting the development and implementation of communications and outreach activities of FAO in fisheries and aquaculture. This position reports to the Director of the Office of Communications, OCC, and the Director of the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division, NFI.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supports the development and implementation of communications and outreach activities of FAO in fisheries and aquaculture, through media relations, multimedia communications, internal corporate communications, and other appropriate channels.
  • Contributes to the development and strengthening of internal and external communications, multimedia production, web content, media relations, and publishing activities of the Organization.
  • Researches and analyzes technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional, and technology-related information, data, and statistics to support internal and/or external communication.
  • Produces/drafts a variety of information and reports, as well as inputs for communication-related documents, multimedia products, and online content.
  • Devises, implements, and monitors communications strategies and provides day-to-day support for strategic outputs.
  • Designs and develops new media outlets/assets to increase brand visibility and maximize impact on communication platforms.
  • Establishes, develops, and maintains working relationships with key media organizations, journalists, and other relevant strategic partners as part of external communication activities to raise visibility.
  • Collaborates in the development of improved/updated tools, systems, and processes.
  • Participates in multidisciplinary teams and/or leads working groups/teams; collaborates and coordinates with other Divisions/Offices/Centres on work groups and committees and promotes best practices as they relate to communications.
  • Promotes knowledge sharing and best practices at international meetings and conferences and influences partners in stakeholder consultations.

Requirements

  • Advanced university degree in communication, social science, journalism, political science, or a related field.
  • Five years of relevant experience in communication, intranet/web publishing, and/or design.
  • Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).

Competencies

  • Results Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Building Effective Relationships
  • Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

  • Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.
  • Extent and relevance of experience in the field of communication services for prominent organizations, particularly at the international level, including substantive experience in journalism, advocacy, or communications and marketing, or in closely related fields.
  • Extent and relevance of experience in drafting high-quality written materials for a wide variety of audiences.
  • Demonstrated ability and experience in drafting and editing in English.
  • Understanding of FAO policies and programmes is considered a strong asset.

Conditions of Service

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances, and benefits, click on the following link: https://www.un.org/works/

Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include:

  • Dependency allowances
  • Rental subsidy
  • Education grant for children
  • Home leave travel
  • 30 working days of annual leave per year
  • Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
  • International health insurance; optional life insurance
  • Disability protection

FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes:

  • Elements of family-friendly policies
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Standards of conduct

FAO Staff Values

FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All, and Integrity and Transparency.


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