DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS24 April 2025-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Addis Ababa)
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ABOUT WFP
The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
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WHY JOIN WFP?
WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
CONTRACTUAL INFORMATION
Job title: Communication Officer
Grade: NOA
Type of Contract: Fixed Term
Unit: Communications
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Duration: Twelve (12) Months
JOB PURPOSE:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Communications, the main focus of the Communication Officer is to assist in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating a communication strategy to get food security issues into the public domain, strengthen political will in support of WFP's mission and objectives in the country, and enhance the organization’s credibility and brand.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
Media relations: Effective and timely professional assistance and support are provided in developing, drafting and maintaining contact information, materials and relationships with journalists and media outlets covering all media – print, TV, radio, web etc. – in the country, to communicate the story of WFP’s mission in Ethiopia to a wider audience.
Monitoring and evaluation: Regular monitoring and evaluation activities are undertaken according to the work plan to ensure maximum impact and continuous improvement of country communication efforts. Ensure results and reports are prepared and shared on a timely basis.
Contribute to the implementation of country communications strategy and project communication work plans designed to maintain and enhance the visibility and reputation of WFP, as well as support fund raising activities in alignment with overall WFP’s corporate strategies.
Develop high quality information products for both print and electronic platforms including newsletters, briefs and fact sheets which describe and promote the work of WFP to targeted audiences.
Provide substantive, specialised support, co-ordination and recommendations to ensure efficient production of video, photo and radio products.
Generate donor specific visibility content including, text, photos, videos and audio for use across a range of online platforms.
Write press releases, speeches, key messages and take them through the cycle from draft to final stages.
Organise visibility events (including handover ceremonies, agreement signing events) in collaboration with external stakeholders (donors, Government, development partners).
Monitor and analyse traditional and media to inform the development and/or evaluation of communication activities and strategies.
Support capacity building of WFP staff on all aspects of communication and provide guidance within area and level of expertise in order to ensure that all activities meet desired standards of consistency, quality and impact.
Support the implementation of corporate branding and marking plans to ensure consistency in the portrayal of WFP’s visual identity (in publications, signages, etc)
Follow standard emergency preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly respond and deploy food and needed resources to affected areas at the onset of a crisis.
Work with UN partners and respective Government ministries on joint communications initiatives to highlight the progress towards achieving the SDGs.
Other as required.
STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:
Education: University degree in Journalism, International Relations, Public Relations, Communications or other relevant field.
Experience: At least one year of postgraduate professional experience in communications related fields.
Desired Experience:
Experience in utilising specialist communications techniques to enhance functional outputs.
Experience in communications in the United Nations or an international humanitarian organization.
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to build and sustain effective collaborative relationships with key media contacts and influencers in the area of expertise to raise the profile of WFP, build relationships and further organisational aims.
Use sound theoretical knowledge of communications concepts to generate or facilitate the generation of effective communication materials across various media.
Demonstrate deep understanding of the multilateral/interagency environment and the dynamics in which WFP operates, which influences approach to working, policy development and decision making.
Videography
Graphics design capability
Language: Fluency (level C) in English language
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org
NO FEE DISCLAIMER
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.