Chief of Section, External Communications and Media Relations, P5

 

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Posting Title: Chief of Section, External Communications and Media Relations, P5
   
Job Code Title: Chief of Section, Pubic Information

Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA

Department/ Office: Economic Commission for Africa
   
Posting Period: 24 August 2014-23 October 2014
   
Job Opening number: 14-PUB-ECA-37079-R-ADDIS ABABA(G)

Special Notice
   
- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

-Staff members of the United Nations Secretariat must fulfill the lateral move requirements to be eligible to apply for this vacancy. Staff members are requested to indicate all qualifying lateral moves in their Personal History Profile (PHP) and cover note.   
  
Org. Setting and Reporting
   
This position is located in the External Communications and Media Relations Section, Public Information and Knowledge Management Division (PIKMD) at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA). The incumbent works under the direct supervision of the Director, Public Information and Knowledge Management Division.
      
Responsibilities
   
 Within delegated authority, the Chief of the External Communications and Media Relations Section will be responsible for the following duties:

- Take the lead in implementing ECA’s communications strategy; Develop and supervise the production of a range of communications products that will help increase ECA’s visibility to its external audiences;

- Develop and ensure the effective branding of ECA and its knowledge products in enhancing ECA's global image and profile; Ensure effective packaging and dissemination of ECA's publications and research outputs;

- Develop the external relations activities of ECA with particular attention to building strong and continuous engagement with governments, international organizations and other stakeholders. Identify and increase key external contacts for strategic partnerships;

- Deploy the use of both traditional and modem information media technology including the social media to promote ECA's outreach programme;

- Develop and implement an effective strategy for better understanding of the Commission's role, mandate, initiatives and work; Monitor and periodically report to the PIKMD Director on the implementation of the advocacy/communications strategy and campaigns on key operations and issues.   
    
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

Accountability:
-Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments
-Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards
-Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules
-Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments
-Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Leadership:
Serves as a role model that other people want to follow-Empowers others to translate vision into results; Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support-Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; Drives for change and improvement and shows courage to take unpopular stands; Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; Demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.

Managing Performance:
Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
        
Work Experience        
A minimum often 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of communications and external relations, including experience in formulation, management and monitoring of communication plans and experience in the preparation and dissemination of communication and promotional material. Relevant experience in an international organization is desirable. Qualifying years of experience are calculated following the receipt of the first level university degree recognized by the United Nations.

Education
        
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in journalism, communications, political or social science or related discipline. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
        
        
Languages
        
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
        
Assessment Method
        
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be
followed by competency-based interview.
        
United Nations Considerations
        
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
        
No Fee 

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