Re-advertisement: Communication Associate (G-6), FT, #114112, Gaza -State of Palestine, MENA

About the role

UNICEF in the State of Palestine (SoP) seeks a Communication Associate to support Communications, Advocacy and Partnerships activities.

Responsibilities

• Supports information gathering and interviews for human-interest stories, photo essays, videos, social media posts, and other communication products.
• Organizes and supports public support for special events and activities.
• Aids in the planning, logistics, and administration of events.
• Updates content on UNICEF social media platforms in English and Arabic.
• Maintains close collaboration with media, goodwill ambassadors, donors, and other special interest groups.
• Liaises with contractors for communication, advocacy, and partnership assets.
• Assists in the preparation, production, and editing of communication and advocacy materials.
• Maintains an up-to-date documentation center for publications, press releases, and clippings.
• Manages programme results by planning and issuing payments, following up on cash advances, liquidations, and budgets.
• Monitors communication strategy implementation and documents progress.
• Performs administrative and clerical support tasks.

Requirements

• Completion of secondary education with relevant technical or university courses.
• Minimum of six years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a field relevant to the position may replace three years of related work experience.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
• Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings, and humanitarian contexts.

Skills

• Communication
• Collaboration
• Partnerships
• Working with people
• Drive for results
• Technical expertise