Communication Officer Vacancy-Job Ref: JKMZUNICEF/2604/202387

Communication Officer Vacancy-Job Ref: JKMZUNICEF/2604/202387
Maputo (Mozambique)
JOB DESCRIPTION

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For every child, an advocate

The Country Programme of Cooperation between the Government of Mozambique and UNICEF (CPD) for 2022-2026 aims to support Mozambique to accelerate efforts towards achieving the targets of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and meeting its commitment to respect, protect and fulfil the rights of children, in line with the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) and the Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action. It derives from the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), 2022–2026 and aligns with the Government Five-Year Plan 2020–2024, the National Development Strategy 2015–2035 and relevant sector policies and programmes.

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How can you make a difference?

A challenging and exciting opportunity has arisen within UNICEF Mozambique for a passionate and committed Communication Officer, NO2 level based in Maputo.

Reporting to the Chief Advocacy and Communications (P5), the Communication Officer (NO-2) provides support for implementation and monitoring of UNICEF Mozambique communications strategy, with particular focus on relationship management and engagement with local media and communication networks, with the objective of getting children’s and women’s issues into the public domain, strengthening political will in support of UNICEF’s mission and objectives in the country, and enhancing the organization’s credibility and brand. Supports efforts to strengthen visibility for donor support, and joint advocacy with key partners, thereby reinforcing partnerships and resource mobilization efforts, and shared advocacy around priority child rights issues. Supports planning and implementation of high-level and media visits to Mozambique.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities

Communication products and materials: The production of communication products and materials, including written products, speeches, talking points, are executed in a timely manner and followed up to support country communication strategy, regional and global campaigns and priorities, and to support resource mobilization as set out in the work plan.
Media relations: Positive relationships are established and maintained with local media outlets, journalists, and relevant communication networks in Mozambique, ensuring wide visibility for UNICEF Mozambique’s priorities in domestic media. Effective and timely professional assistance and support are provided in developing, drafting and maintaining media products, press releases, statements, quotes, talking points, media Q&As, etc.
Donor visibility: Regular engagement with priority partners is ensured to ensure alignment around approaches to donor visibility and shared advocacy approaches. Guidance and leadership is shown on approach to donor visibility, and support provided to creation and dissemination of donor visibility content.
Monitoring and reputation management: Effectiveness of communication approaches and tactics, and in particular of media strategy and tactics, is monitored and evaluated on an ongoing basis, to ensure that optimal approaches are being utilized and changes made where needed. Emerging risks and opportunities for UNICEF’s reputation in Mozambique are monitored to ensure mitigation of risks and capitalization of opportunities.
Celebrities, partners and special events: The Country Office’s contact list of individuals, groups, organizations and fora (including Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts), is maintained and further developed, whose support is essential to/can assist in achieving the advocacy and communication objectives and who support and are able to actively participate in special events and activities that further the country programme goals. Logistical and organizational support is provided to facilitate visits from senior UNICEF staff, Goodwill Ambassadors, partners, and media representatives.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

The following minimum requirements:

Education:

A first university degree (equivalent to a Bachelor’s) from an accredited institution is required in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or a related field is required.
Work Experience:

At least 2 years practical professional work experience in communication, print and broadcast media, or interactive digital media is required;
Field work experience is required.
Language Requirements:

Fluency in English and Portuguese is required.
Other job specific requirements:

Ability and willingness to travel to the field on regular occasions, and sometimes at short notice, is required to fulfil the requirements of this position.
The following desirables:

Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.
Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language.

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