Recruitment Notice: Public Information Assistant AT UNHCR

Public Information Assistant

Description of the task
Under the supervision of the Head of Sub-Delegation of Bertoua and in close collaboration with the Public Information Officer of Yaounde, the Public Information Assistant in Bertoua will carry out the following essential tasks: Communication

 

on UNHCR projects: planning, implementation and evaluation of the communication and visibility actions of the projects implemented./ensure the visibility of donors;

Press Relations: Establishment and maintenance of close collaboration with the mass media and organizations whose support is essential to the achievement
of advocacy and communication objectives. As activities: organization of media coverage of the activities of UNHCR and its partners;

Organization of press conferences/trips and briefings with the media, daily media monitoring and writing of articles;

Public relations: organization of public events for the promotion of UNHCR activities with a view to public support and the social integration of the refugee;

 

Production and dissemination of visibility materials for different audiences: Participation in strengthening the presence of UNHCR on social networks, concept notes, analyses, reports, contributions to publications at the national level, within the system of NU and other platforms;

Production and editing of multimedia field reports (photo, video, radio, text);

Support for coordination with humanitarian and government actors (Prepare information kits (maps, statistics, briefing notes, site profiles, etc; Regular update

of contact lists by attending meetings of coordination and assisting in the sharing of information products;

Support for external reporting: assist/contribute to the preparation of inter-agency reports, assist in the management and regular updating of monitoring and sector monitoring tools, drafting of Minutes;

Develop a communications strategy;

 

 

Draft briefing notes, talking points, minutes and other documents for high-level meetings and visits;

Distribute press statements and similar information to the media, other offices at the local level as well as at headquarters;

Provide the projects with weekly notes, reports, briefings, updates;

Monitor the evolution of the political and socio-economic context of the country, and ensure that the Office is kept informed of developments that are of vital interest;

Propose articles for the UNHCR website and identify topics of interest that the media could cover;

Contribute to the preparation of reports and minutes of meetings;

Contribute to the preparation of standard briefing notes (Fact Sheet, Site Profile, etc) on UNHCR projects;

Develop professional relations with the local press through the organization of press conferences and trips when necessary;

Perform any other duties as required.

Expected results:

Promote the visibility of UNHCR at the national level, within the UN system, towards the authorities, donors and the public.

Better understand the role of UNHCR in Cameroon and the reasons for the presence of refugees in the country in order to capitalize on the culture of hospitality and tolerance.

Having access to recent brochures and information documents and responding favorably to multiple requests for documentation.

Establish more structured relations with the local press.

Produce quality reports and reports on time.

Improve the quality and quantity of information relating to the UNHCR operation in Cameroon.

Eligibility Criteria
Age
27 – 80

Nationality
Applicant must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Requirements
Experience required
3 years of experience in
At least 3 years of professional experience in communication or journalism; technical skills in photo and video shooting;

Have excellent communication skills;

Good computer skills; especially in Microsoft applications;

Be able to work in a team and under pressure;

Familiarity with United Nations procedures is an added advantage;

The candidate must be ready to travel on Cameroonian territory on a regular basis.

Area(s) of expertise
Communication, Communication, Communication

Driving license
–

Languages
​​French, Level: Fluent, Required
English, Level: Fluent, Required

Level of training required
Bachelor degree or equivalent en
Diplôme post-secondary en communication, journalism, or in a related field.

Skills and values
, Adaptability and Flexibility, Communication, Integrity, Professionalism, Working in Teams

Other information
Living conditions and remarks
The city of Bertoua, capital of the Eastern region, is in a relatively calm security situation. The system put in place by the administrative authorities maintains the general level of security at a moderate level, which allows the peaceful pursuit of the activities of the local populations. However, crime inside the urban center can be seen as the most palpable threat to private property. Although United Nations personnel and capabilities are not specific targets, they are not entirely spared.

In the neighboring regions of the CAR, the activism of armed elements is hampered by the regular operations of the security forces. There are four seasons in the Eastern Region: 02 dry seasons and 02 rainy seasons, (subtropical climate), basic infrastructure as well as leisure and recreation facilities with few sanitary facilities available locally; there are 04 commercial banks and the possibility of rapid transfer with specialized companies. The official languages ​​of Cameroon are English and French. Visa, passport and yellow fever vaccination card are required for entry. Other vaccines are strongly recommended.

Statement of Inclusiveness
The United Nations Volunteers program is an equal opportunities program that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in gender, care and protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values ​​of the UNV programme, all United Nations Volunteers undertake to combat all forms of discrimination, and to promote respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or any other status.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
This UNV assignment is subject to proof of vaccination against Covid-19 with a WHO-approved vaccine, unless the UNHCR Medical Service approves a waiver of this requirement for medical reasons.

 

Apply ONLY online via the form available at:

https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1716695190103296