Communications Assistant (Beirut)
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Preamble:
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers. In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UN Volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local communities. In all assignments, UN Volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct. Engaging in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community. This will make the time they spend as UN Volunteers even more rewarding and productive.
1. Country of Assignment: Lebanon
2. Agency Name/ Host Institute: Lebanon Host Communities Support Project, ID # 00084708
3. Volunteer Category: National Specialist
4. Number of Volunteer: 1
5. Duty Station: Beirut
6. Expected Starting Date: March 2018
7. Living Conditions: As this is a national UNV assignment, the incumbent will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in (Beirut). National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.
8. Assignment Type: Family Assignment
9. Organizational Context & Project Description:
The United Nations Development Programme jointly with the Ministry of Social Affairs (MoSA) launched in 2013 the "Lebanese Host Communities Support Project" (LHSP) as a comprehensive, coordinated and durable response towards the Syrian Crisis and its implications on the country. The project is developed under a number of guiding principles which drive the activities of UNDP to support Lebanon and the host communities, as well to support national and local institutions through capacity building to respond to the impact of the Syrian crisis in Lebanon and the pre-existing problems before the Syrian crisis and exacerbated by the current situation. These include: efficient utilization of funds by targeting the national and local mechanisms that can impact positively the response to the challenges, and have a multiplier effect across sections; and by targeting most vulnerable host communities; ensuring stakeholder participation in the affected areas in the identification, implementation and monitoring of interventions in a transparent manner; treating social stability as both a targeted activity as well as a cross cutting theme; and, developing local capacities to operate and maintain the interventions after completion to ensure sustainability.
The Project seeks to help increase stability, specifically in the areas affected by the Syrian crisis, through improving livelihood and service provision in a conflict sensitive manner. It aims at contributing to improved community security, economic recovery and social stability in the affected areas through a community-based approach which will increase livelihood options and local level service delivery.
The Communications Assistant will support the LHSP communications team with all related material. He/she will work under the supervision of the LHSP Senior Communications Officer and Area Manager, in close coordination with the Graphic Designer and other LHSP staff.
10. Sustainable Development Goals: 8. Decent Work and Economy Growth
11.UNV Focus Area: Securing access to basic social services
12.Task descriptions: Under the direct supervision of the Senior Communications Officer and overall supervision of the Area Manager, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
• Coordinate with UNDP area team and local stakeholders and liaise with the LHSP coun-try office communications team on all matters related to communication activities and material;
• Provide a continuous flow of communication material from the field (pictures, videos, testimonies… etc.);
• Support the local communities in their communication efforts, and identify key influenc-ers among them;
• Build and expand a contact list of key stakeholders at the local level;
• Draft and edit English and Arabic communication content, (social media posts, success stories, press releases, presentations… etc.) for the project in addition to writing success stories for UNDP Lebanon website related to project activities;
• Proofread documents in English and Arabic whenever needed;
• Retrieve press clippings daily from newspapers and online local media on topics related to host communities and Syrian refugees;
• Monitor key social media outlets in relation to the issue of host communities and Syrian Refugees;
• Ensure the dissemination of information and material to partners and the local communi-ty as requested;
• Assist in the preparation and organization of events and activities such as inaugurations and field visits;
• Assist in other ad-hoc activities as instructed.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:
• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by read-ing relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for in-stance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
• Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
• Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
• Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publica-tions/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
• Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
• Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
13. Results/Expected Outputs:
• Needed media and communication support provided to the UNDP;
• The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working with (including supervising) national staff or (non-) governmental counter-parts, including Implementing Partners (IPs);
• Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment;
• A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development dur-ing the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.
Qualifications / Requirements: Minimum 22 years old, Lebanese national, or legally resident in Lebanon with the status of refugee or stateless.
14. Experience Description:
• Experience in communication field;
• Basic working knowledge of multimedia software (Photoshop and Premiere);
• Basic filming and photography skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Willingness to work overtime as deemed necessary;
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal capabilities;
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines;
• Experience in multimedia.
15. Areas of Expertise: Communication, mass media and art
16. Need Driving License: No
17. Competencies and Values:
• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take own-ership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confi-dentially; responsive and client-oriented.
• Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations.
• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work envi-ronment.
• Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish prior-ities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.
• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious work-ing relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for di-versity and gender;
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presenta-tions, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommenda-tions; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but ob-jective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, re-mote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of op-erations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes sol-idarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
18. Conditions of Service:
The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. Moving travel to duty station (if applicable) and a Settling-In-Grant will be provided in the event duty station is not within commuting distance from the place of recruitment. A Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) of LBP 1,913,296.92 is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Well-being Differential of 15% (WBD-A) or 30% (WBD-B) of the VLA will apply, paid on a monthly basis, depending on the ICSC classification of the duty station.
Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents), as well as return travel of (if applicable) and resettlement allowance for satisfactory service.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Disclaimer:
The United Nations Volunteers programme (UNV) is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture.
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