特别公告

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.

For this position, applicants from the following Member States, which are unrepresented or underrepresented in the UN Secretariat as of 31 March 2017, are strongly encouraged to apply: Afghanistan, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahrain, Belarus, Belize, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cabo Verde, Cambodia, Central African Republic, Chad, China, Comoros, Cyprus, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Dominica, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Honduras, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Japan, Kiribati, Kuwait, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Latvia, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Monaco, Mozambique, Nauru, Norway, Oman, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Poland, Qatar, Russian Federation, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sao Tome and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, South Sudan, Suriname, Syrian Arab Republic, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Vanuatu, Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and Vietnam.

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

设置和报告

This position is located in News Section II in the News and Content Branch, News and Media Division of the Department of Public Information (DPI). The Section produces the daily UN News, feature and magazine multimedia pieces for digital platforms, incorporating audio and video elements, as well as social media content. It serves as the news agency of the UN system worldwide, covering stories from the field, meetings of principal UN bodies, campaigns, events and activities. Overall, the News and Media Division delivers content in 8 languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Kiswahili, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). The incumbent reports to the Chief Editor, Dailies, News Section II.

工作内容

- Takes the lead in compiling top stories, preparing strategy, planning and coordinating the production of a range of daily audio and multi-media content in promoting universal ideas of the organization (e.g., global promotion initiatives, public information programmes across regions, broad-reaching subject specific issues, etc.); where appropriate, to media organizations and the public around the world.
- Identifies sources to promote and maintain regular communication with broadcasting organizations and seeks feedback on the use of programmes and products of the relevant language unit.
- Provides advice and expertise to managers, senior officers and other public information staff on a range of public affairs issues related to the production of radio, online news, and related content for target audiences.
- Works in close collaboration with the Advance Planning and Features Coordinator, language news teams and social media teams to plan, coordinate and carry out content production of daily news and multimedia features, especially setting up news interviews for all languages.
- Organizes daily editorial meetings to identify availability of multimedia content, and prioritize coverage of news and features.
- Provides editorial guidance to all language teams and sources audio and social media content to accompany content production.
- Liaises with the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General for pertinent news information, guidance on editorial matters, and also information for planning purposes.
- Keeps abreast of latest developments in multimedia production, technological innovations and marketing techniques in the news and social media industries and ensures the successful integration of such tools in all platforms.
- Evaluates results and impact of communications activities; reports on developments, trends and attitudes regarding the UN.
- Organizes programme reviews of content and impact analysis.
- Represents the institution in meetings and conferences planning and implementing promotional efforts including media coverage through effective liaison with media contacts and broadcasting organizations on major issues and events concerning the organization.
- Builds information networks; plans and oversees maintenance of publicly accessible information materials on the United Nations; plans and develops outreach activities.
- Assists in the day-to-day operation of the Section to include participating in coordination of substantive and administrative activities of the Section.
- Serves as Officer-in-Charge of the Section, as required.
- Performs other related duties as required.

工作要求

Professionalism: Knowledge of digital journalism. Demonstrates political awareness, judgment and knowledge of international affairs. Knowledge of digital editing technology and multimedia platforms. Ability to address a range of issues in the context of political developments, public attitudes and local conditions. Ability to conceptualize, design and implement major information campaigns. Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. Ability to produce a variety of written communications products in a clear, concise style. Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences. 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

专业要求

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

工作经验

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration or related area. Experience in producing audio-visual content and writing text-based news stories is required. Experience working in a daily digital news environment, with broadcasting and digital publishing background is required. Experience initiating, leading and coordinating news and multimedia production is required. Experience with social media in a news environment is required. Experience providing editorial guidance to a team and editing others' writing in a newsroom context is desirable. Experience working in an international media environment is desirable.

语言要求

For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

评估

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which will be followed by competency-based interview.

联合国方面的考虑

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, 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 or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira. Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations. Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

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