Closing date: Wednesday, 5 April 2023
2300852
Communication and Knowledge Management Specialist
Job Posting: 22/Mar/2023
Closure Date: 05/Apr/2023, 9:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit : FRMLW
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition : PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level : N/A
Primary Location: Malawi-Lilongwe
Duration : 6 months (with possibility of renewal)
Post Number : N/A
FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.
- FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
- Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
- Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values
- FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination
- All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
- All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
- FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.
Through its Country Offices, or FAO Representations, FAO assists governments to develop policies, programmes and projects to address hunger and malnutrition, and provides technical support for the sustainable development of their agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors. The activities of the FAO Country Offices include design and implementation of country-tailored field programmes, liaison with local donor representatives, and active public awareness-raising and outreach activities related to FAO initiatives such as the World Food Day.
Reporting Lines
The Communication and Knowledge Management Specialist will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative (FAOR) in Malawi, and in coordination with the JP GTA Global Coordinator, the JP GTA Knowledge Management and Communication Specialist, the FAO Malawi JP GTA team, the FAO Malawi Senior Communications Specialist, and the JP GTA Malawi RBA focal points.
Technical Focus
The Specialist will be responsible for the visibility, communication and knowledge management of the joint and the FAO-specific activities under the JP GTA in Malawi.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Develop and implement a communication, knowledge management and visibility plan for the JP GTA in Malawi for the remaining period of implementation based on the global JP GTA Communication, Knowledge Management and Visibility Plan.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with the visual identity guidelines of the JP GTA and use of the JP GTA logo and that of the RBAs and the European Union.
- Manage a repository of information for the JP GTA in Malawi (information brochures, presentations, reports, case studies, and training manuals) and a photo bank of the activities.
- Prepare informative bulletins – executive progress report in the form of communication material.
- Support the production and development of publications and other knowledge products (editing, design, layout, publishing, dissemination, printing, etc.).
- Source audiovisual material and other engaging content about the activities, progress, results, experiences and lessons learned of the JP GTA, in a variety of formats, including for use in social networks for the joint and the FAO-specific activities.
- Disseminate information on the JP GTA progress, actions, good practices, success stories and results via social media accounts of the implementing partners, in traditional media and third-party platforms, on the website of the JP GTA and the RBAs, and via other dissemination channels.
- Source and write up success stories, human interest stories and testimonials from participants, government partners and technicians for use in audio-visual materials and other formats for the joint and the FAO-specific activities.
- Support and promote knowledge exchange events, opening and closing ceremonies, and other strategic events and training workshop for the joint and the FAO-specific activities s.
- Support the coordination of field visits for different audiences (European Union Delegation, media, government officials, donors, civil society).
- Liaison with the Office of Communication (OCC) will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, appropriate review and clearance processes. All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including:
FAOSTYLE (English: https://www.fao.org/3/cb8081en/cb8081en.pdf; French: https://www.fao.org/3/AC339FR/ac339fr.pdf; Spanish: https://www.fao.org/3/ac339s/ac339s.pdf; Arabic: https://www.fao.org/3/ac339a/ac339a.pdf; Chinese: https://www.fao.org/3/ac339c/ac339c.pdf); FAO terminology http://www.fao.org/faoterm; FAO Names Of Countries https://www.fao.org/nocs/en; Story guidelines http://intranet.fao.org/fileadmin/user upload/occ/Quick Guides/UPDATED-Digital-Storytelling-Guide-EN-FINAL.pdf; Story template http://intranet.fao.org/fileadmin/user upload/occ/Quick Guides/FAO-Stories-Template-UPDATED.pdf; UN map standards (available to staff); FAO Brand and policy book (available to staff). Photos should follow the FAO Photo Library Production Guidelines: https://www.dropbox.com/s/pu6vckocxhlc7fc/FAO Guidelines for Photo Production 202206.pdf?dl=0 For videos intended for social media, liaise with OCCI to clear the scripts prior to editing. The social media videos should follow the branding guidelines outlined here: https://www.fao.org/3/cb5044en/cb5044en.pdf Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
- University degree in communication, social communication, communication for development, public relations or related disciplines.
- At least 3 years of work experience in the implementation of communication and visibility strategies.
- Working knowledge of spoken and written English.
- National of Malawi or a resident in the country with a valid work permit.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Experience in media management (web page and social networks, digital marketing) and dissemination campaigns.
- Proven ability to write documents and elaborate communication products.
- Desirable experience working in development organizations and in communication, development and/or knowledge management.
- Experience in collaborative work and results-based management.
- Experience in field work and participation in multidisciplinary teams.
- Ability to work under the operating procedures of international organizations.
- Ability for interpersonal relations, inter-sectoral and inter-institutional coordination.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to analyze, systematize and write high-quality technical reports.
- Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
- Willingness to travel.
Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
- Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
- Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
- For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
- Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
- Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
- Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
- Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
- Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
- We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
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