Vaga de Communications Officer
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Communications Officer
Location:
Brasília, Brazil
Type of Contract:
Service Contract
Duration of Contract:
06 months (renewable)
Work Modality:
In Presence
Level:
SB-4/4
Application deadline:
28 May, 2024
Background
Are you interested in international organizations and humanitarian work? Do you
have experience with communications in multicultural environments? Do you want to
know how can you contribute to achieve Zero Hunger by 2030?
If yes, this opportunity is for you.
At WFP Centre of Excellence against Hunger in Brazil, we are looking for talented
and experienced professionals to join our team in Brasilia. As Communications
Officer, you will work under the general supervision and reports to the Centre´s
Director. In this position you are expected to implement the communications
strategy by supporting and delivering a range of communications activities,
providing research and analysis, and prioritising effectively. You will be heavily
involved in dayto-day activities and analytical work, expected to provide advice
on less complex issues.
About the Centre of Excellence against Hunger
WFP Centre of Excellence against Hunger in Brazil is a global hub for South-South
Cooperation and capacity development in the areas of school feeding, food security
and nutrition. It is an innovation that seeks to respond government demands for
technical support to strengthen their national capacities and knowledge on
sustainable school feeding and other food security programme and to support them
in the design and implementation of these programmes. For more information, visit
https://centrodeexcelencia.org.br/en/.
About the World Food Programme
WFP is the largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. Our mission is
to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every single day, we work
worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most
vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they
need. For more information please go to https://www1.wfp.org/.
Job Purpose
To implement the communications plan by supporting and delivering a range of
communications activities, providing research and analysis, and prioritising
effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Country Director and with functional supervision from the Regional Communications Officer, you will be responsible for the following duties:
Oversee the devilery of all Communications products and lead on strategy and
panning.
Implement country specific communication work plans designed to maintain and
enhance the visibility and reputation of WFP, as well as suppport fundraising
activities, ensuring alignment with overall communications and WFP strategies.
Support the design and implementation of communications strategies in order to
generate greater awareness, understanding and support for school feeding and
hunger solutions and the work of the Centre in South-South cooperation;
Advise Centres staff at all levels of potential impact of press activities and
statements;
Contribute to communications through good research, analysis of assigned area of
work and timely preparation and distribution of information products to target
audience(s).
Maintain a contact list of journalists and media outlets and support the flow of
news/information about WFPs work to the media, in order to support regular and
appropriate communications.
Support the social media strategy by developing social media content, and
utilising platforms, networks and partners to enhance coverage and support of
WFPs activities.
Generate donor specific visibility content including, text, photos, videos and
audio for use across a range of integrated online platforms, in order to support
global and country fund-raising activities, ensuring consistency with corporate
messages.
Monitor and analyse traditional and social media to inform the development and/or
evaluation of communication activities and strategies.
Guide and supervise more junior staff, acting as a point of referral and
supporting them with more complex analysis and queries.
Collate data and prepare accurate and timely reports that enable informed
decision-making and ensures consistency of information presented to the media and
other stakeholders.
Support capacity building of WFP staff on all aspects of communication, provides
advice and guidance within area and level of expertise, in order to ensure that
all activities meet desired standards of consistency, quality and impact. For
example the design and review of training materials.
Liaise and interact with WFP staff and external counterparts to support aligned
activities and a coherent approach to communications within WFP.
Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly respond
and deploy food, needed resources or assistance to affected areas at the onset of
a crisis.
Other as required.
Qualifications and experience
Education:
Master´s University degree in Journalism, International Relations, Public
Relations, Communications or other related field, or First University degree with
02 years of related work experience.
Required Experience:
More than 2 years of postgraduate professional experience as a journalist, public
information officer, press attaché and/or professional writer, including
experience in the preparation and production of materials for publication, and/or
knowledge management functions such as website and social media.
Desirable Experience:
International professional experience;
Experience in project management and team leadership;
Experience with communications in a policy environment pertaining South-South
cooperation, social protection programmes and policy development;
Experience in multicultural environments and working with staff from other
cultures and background;
Experience in working with UN agencies, Development Partners, High level
authorities, local governments and civil society organizations;
Experience and familiarity with video production.
Language:
Fluency in both oral and written communication in Portuguese and English. Fluency
in French and/or Spanish is an Advantage.
Functional Capabilities
Capability Name
Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level
Media and Influencer Relationship Management
Demonstrates ability to build and sustain effective collaborative relationships
with key media contacts and influencers in area of expertise to raise the profile
of WFP, build relationships and further organisational aims.
Media and Communication
Expertise
Facilitates open verbal or written communication with media and influencers as
required (i.e. through preparation of tailored written or visual materials
presentations, and official documentation) to convey tailored messages. Engages in
mutually informative discussion with media and influencers.
Specialised Knowledge in Communications
Uses sound theoretical knowledge of communications concepts to generate or
facilitate the generation of effective communication materials across various
media. Applies this to define work plans aligned to identified areas of WFPs
communications strategy.
Sociopolitical Contextual Understanding
Demonstrates deep understanding of the multilateral/interagency environment and
the dynamics in which WFP operates which influences approach to working, policy
development and decision making.
Communication Strategy and Planning
Applies advanced understanding of WFP communications strategy and best practice to
effectively develop strategies to engage with media and other significant external
stakeholders within area of responsibility. Oversees implementation, providing
recommendations for improvement.
The candidate must have Brazilian Nationality or be legally authorized to work in
the country.
Remuneration package
For this position, the incumbent is entitled to a gross monthly salary of BRL
14.629,67. WFP also pays the local social security plan (INSS) and offers a death
and disability plan to the employee. The contract includes a co-participative
international health insurance plan to the employee and dependents (spouse and
children).
Application Procedures
NOTE:
You must complete Step 1 and 2 for your application to be considered.
In the application form, ensure filling the mandatory sections, attaching your CV
and cover letter, answering the pre-screening questions and agreeing on the legal
statement before submitting your application.
Selection of candidates is made on a competitive basis on account of potential and
performance. All applicants will undergo a process which includes screening
against job requirements, a technical test, and a panel interview.
We look for applicants with the highest integrity and professionalism who share
our humanitarian values. We commit to promote diversity, gender parity and
equality between men and women.
WFP strives to build a work environment that is safe and respectful, and free of
sexual harassment and abuse of authority. We believe in open communication, and
every individual at WFP is treated with respect regardless of gender, age,
ethnicity, religious and political beliefs, etc. Individuals from minority groups,
indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.