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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

CONSULTANT's NAME: Mazen Hodeib
JOB TITLE: Senior Multimedia Content Producer
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Regular Consultant Level I
UNIT/DIVISION: Digital Channels, COM
DUTY STATION: Rome/HQ - Working remotely from Place of Permanent Residence
DURATION: 11 months

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The Senior Multimedia Content Creator will report to the Social Media Content Strategist. The role
is responsible for creating multimedia assets across each stage of the digital user journey, with a
focus on ensuring that each content piece adheres to the unique properties and values of each
platform, advancing brand recognition and user engagement.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Multimedia Content Creation

• Produce high-quality, on-brand content optimized for distribution across six platforms and
multiple format types, including management of the YouTube platform to engage audiences
and build brand recognition.

• Coordinate with external and internal COM stakeholders to produce on-brand multimedia
content and advise on asset creation and content-gathering best practices.

• Coordinate with mission teams to plan and optimize content capture opportunities,
ensuring that coverage aligns with campaign goals and platform requirements and video
specs.

• Review and organize captured field content for integration into multimedia assets,
maintaining a library of mission-based visuals for ongoing and future use.

• Produce and tailor content specific to paid social campaigns, working with the campaign
manager to test different ad sets to optimize reach and engagement across platforms.
Manage Content Distribution

• Deliver packaged assets and templates to COM and external stakeholders for translation
and localization.

• Oversee uploading asset packages into content management systems and ensure that
digital libraries are up to date.

• Manage day-to-day production schedules and tracking of deliverables.

• Respond to inquiries and requests from various WFP stakeholders.
Video Coordination and Organizational Focal Point

• Act as the primary focal point for all social media video content across the organization,
ensuring a consistent and strategic approach to video production and distribution.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and units to provide expert guidance,
feedback, and hands-on support in video content development, aligning with organizational
objectives and brand standards.

• Deliver targeted training sessions and ongoing guidance on best practices for video content
creation, including storyboarding, editing techniques, and platform-specific optimizations.

• Facilitate the coordination and oversight of large-scale and long-term video projects, working
across departments to maintain project timelines, quality standards, and strategic
alignment.

• Oversee the review and refinement process for video assets, providing constructive
feedback and edits to ensure high-quality, impactful content that resonates with target
audiences.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT:

• Produce a range of multimedia assets;

• Increase/diversify YouTube audience, test new markets and increase engagement;

• Proven track record of intra-office skills transfer and training on latest industry trends;

• Record of amplification of WFP content across owned and shared digital platform;

• Journal of record of campaign assets shared across geographical teams;

• Production and record of relevant WFP campaigns across social media.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Education: First University Degree with additional years of related work experience
and/or trainings/courses.
Experience: At least 6 years of office experience.
Knowledge & Skills:

• Must work well independently and within a matrix team structure;

• Self-taught learner willing to read and keep up-to-date on
technological changes;

• Excellent working knowledge of major social media channels including
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter LinkedIn;

• Excellent working knowledge of social media metrics and analytics
tools; Excellent working knowledge of a range of digital design and
editing software for both PC and iOS;

• Experience and demonstrable portfolio of digital visual asset creation;

• Proven track record of social media channel messaging in
management for a large international non-profit organization;

• Ability to train teams and explain complicated concepts across a range
of cultures and geographies to a diverse audience;

• Proactive and highly organised, with strong time management and
planning skills;

• Able to meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.
Languages: Excellent knowledge of English is required.
 

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.

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• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

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