Org. Setting and ReportingThe UN Secretary-General launched on 1 January 2019 a bold and new global reform which repositioned the UN Development System to deliver more effectively and efficiently with the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals. As part of this reform, UN Resident Coordinator Offices (UN RCO), under the leadership of an empowered and independent UN Resident Coordinator - the highest-ranking official of the UN Development System and Representative of the UN Secretary-General at country level - support countries in the achievement of their development priorities and the attainment of the SDG's. The United Nations (UN) has been a trusted development partner of China for over 40 years. It has witnessed the profound economic and social transformations that have taken place in the country since the introduction of reforms in the late 1970s. In the four decades since, the role of the UN in China has shifted from that of a traditional donor to that of a partner providing technical expertise and support, both within and beyond its national boundaries, including in its activities under the framework of South-South Cooperation. In all of these endeavours, the role of the UN in China is to add value, contribute expertise and ensure compliance to international norms and standards. The UN in China values its engagement with national stakeholders, including Government, bilateral and multilateral donors, nongovernmental organizations, civil society organizations and businesses in both the public and private sectors. The UN in China seeks to consistently build upon its position as a key partner, most notably by creating and reinforcing partnerships for the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in line with national development priorities. Resident Coordinator Office in China. The Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) in China coordinates the efforts of UN agencies working in the country, ensuring that their activities align with both national priorities and international development frameworks. It acts as a key liaison between the UN system and the Chinese government, promoting collaboration on a range of issues. The RCO also facilitates partnerships across sectors, engaging with stakeholders such as civil society, the private sector, and academic institutions to drive collective impact. By promoting coordinated action, the RCO plays an essential role in advancing China's development goals while contributing to the global sustainable development agenda. Work Interactions The Communications Officer reports to the Head of the Resident Coordinator's Office under the overall leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator. The Communication Officer establishes and maintains relationships with management in her/his entity, with other Communications specialists in the organization, managers in other functional areas in the same entity, with the Crisis Management team, when applicable, and with staff to provide and clarify information, provide specific or thematic information, to exchange information, to plan and coordinate communication activities, to provide guidance and discuss communications support to other functional areas, to participate and support in the Crisis Management Team, and to share information with staff, as necessary. The Communications Officer also establishes external relationships with counterparts in United Nations agencies, funds and programmes, government officials, civil society representative and local community representatives, artists, creative content producers, digital/community influencers, social media platforms and other digital media platforms, vendors, media and think tanks, and academia to build partnerships, exchange information and best practices, align messaging, request information on new services and tools, strengthen information integrity, if needed, organize events and outreach activities, and mobilize resources. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the incumbent, will perform the following duties: · Provide insights and analysis from traditional, social, and digital media monitoring, including public narratives and areas of reputational risk to inform communications strategy. · Contribute to the development and implementation of communications strategies that raise awareness, drive engagement, build support and have measurable impact with target audiences. · Draft compelling narratives and messaging on the work of the UN that engage target audiences across different channels and platforms. · Conduct mapping, outreach to and foster relationships with traditional and new media outlets. · Participate in the development of media lines, including in crisis situations and on sensitive issues. · Plan and coordinate press conferences, briefings, and media events. · Act as a spokesperson for the organization, when required. · Create compelling content that is optimized to reach target audiences across a range of platforms and channels. · Draft and produce communications products, such as press releases, press statements, web stories, reports, and infographics. · Participate in the creation of compelling communications campaigns that engage and have measurable impact with target audiences through appropriate channels and platforms. · Participate in the development and coordination of strategic communications partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to reach target audiences and maximize impact. · Participate in the development and delivery of in-person outreach and advocacy strategies and campaigns to engage target audiences and advance UN priorities. · Create content, conduct interviews and present news and programming for UN and/or community radio channels and podcasts. · Contribute to the creation and updating of policy guidance and/or training related to strategic communications, in consultation with all relevant stakeholders. · Serve as focal point on policy and reporting and prepare inputs for strategic communications in the context of regular reporting to governmental bodies. · Keep abreast of the latest trends in communications and maintain expertise in relevant and emerging technologies. · Maintain confidentiality, integrity, and discreet handling of sensitive information in compliance with the UN data privacy, security requirements, and standards. · Monitor, analyse and report on communications approaches, activities and strategies to assess their performance and effectiveness. · Collect and analyse data to identify trends or patterns and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables, and report using data visualization methods to enable data-driven planning, decision-making, presentation, and reporting. CompetenciesPROFESSIONALISM: Skills in developing creative content. Knowledge of digital designs. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. 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. TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. EducationAdvanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, digital communications or related field is required. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience demonstrating Knowledge in strategic communications principles and practices is required. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement communications strategies is desirable. Demonstrated skills to communicate complex and technical matters to diverse audiences is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in oral and written English and Chinese is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. NOTE: \"Fluency equals a rating of \"fluent\" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and \" Knowledge of equals a rating of' confident\" in two of the four areas AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates for this position may include a substantive assessment, such as a written test, which will be followed by a competency-based interview by phone/teleconference or face-to-face. Special NoticeThis is a Temporary Job Opening. 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