Communication Specialist (NO-3), FT, #010699, East Jerusalem, State of Palestine, MENA

Key Functions, Accountabilities And Related Duties/tasks

• Develops, manages, coordinates, networks, implements and monitors advocacy and communication related strategies and associated products and activities.
• Targets and influences relevant audiences, including the public, to build child rights champions, by promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children’s and women’s rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the State of Palestine and at a global level, as well as among the UN Country Team.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations.
• A Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in a relevant area combined with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree in the field of journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.
• Work Experience: Minimum five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communication, print, broadcast, and/or new media. International and national work experience (for IP). Field work experience (for NO).
• Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English and Arabic is required.

Desirables

• Knowledge of another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.
• Previous experience with the United Nations or other international organizations.
• Proven experience in humanitarian and emergency communications.
• Strong expertise in digital media, content creation, and online communications.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.