Org. Setting and ReportingThese positions are located in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in Bamyan, Herat and Kunduz Field Offices. The Public Information Assistant reports to the Head of Office and Senior Public Information Officer. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Public Information Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Provides general office support; responds to information requests and inquiries; processes, drafts and finalizes correspondence and other communications; sets up and maintains files/records, organizes meetings, monitors deadlines, etc. • Prepares the daily social media monitoring report for the office. • Provides support, as required, to the activities of the Head of Office as well as the Political Affairs and Human Rights teams. • Liaises with media outlets and media professionals, in their area of operations. • Design and implement strategic communication and outreach activities in support of UNAMA’s mandate. • Provides specialized assistance to officers in the production and delivery of communications products and services, including collection, analysis, and interpretation of data and subsequent generation of reports. • Researches, compiles and presents basic information for use in the preparation and production of communications products/services. • Serves as photographic assistant by producing digital imaging, producing photo prints, and serving as photographer; write captions for UN photos. • Coordinates media coverage of important events; liaises with news and publications agencies, public relations firms, UN photographers, etc. to provide information on, upcoming meetings, briefings and special events and to ascertain coverage requirements; coordinates technical arrangements and organizes and allocates space for visiting news, photo, TV and film personnel; and evaluates and processes applications for UN security clearances/accreditations. • Participates in the planning and coordination of exhibits and special projects; liaises with relevant agencies; drafts and edits reports, production schedules, press releases and related texts, and correspondence related to the planning and production of exhibits and special projects. • Using relevant computer software creates, designs in appropriate format for promotional and other material,e.g., brochures, presentational materials, announcements and catalogues, etc. • Identifies and prepares new material for inclusion in appropriate web pages and platforms by: researching various information sources for relevant material and cross-checking information with author offices as required; retrieving and downloading pertinent documentation and other information in requisite programming languages for Web format or inserting into database after determining appropriate categorization; preparing new pages, incorporating graphics as needed, using appropriate authoring tools and necessary programming languages; preparing and updating index of documents, etc. • Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making. • Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures. • Performs other duties as assigned. CompetenciesProfessionalism: 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work. 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 the 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. EducationHigh school diploma is required or equivalent first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree or equivalent) or higher in Communication Studies, Journalism, Media studies, Public Relations, and/or Information management or related field. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceWith high school certificate, a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in responsible professional experience in public communication, international broadcasting, media relations, public relations or related area is required. With relevant first level university degree or higher a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in public communication, international broadcasting, media relations, public relations or related area is required. Experience working in a multicultural and/or international work environment with good communication skills and researching various information sources for relevant material and cross-checking information with author offices is required. Experience in drafting press releases/reports and social media content is required. Experience in production and editing of photo/video/film projects, radio programmes or website projects is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English and Dari are required. Pashto is desirable. The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).