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UNAIDS is an innovative United Nations partnership that leads and inspires the world in achieving universal access to HIV prevention, treatment, care and support.
UNAIDS' Cosponsors include
UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP, UNDP, UNFPA, UNODC, UN Women, ILO, UNESCO, WHO and the World Bank. Visit the UNAIDS Web site at www.unaids.org |
Vacancy No.: UNAIDS/07/TA39
Title: Communications Officer (Internal Focus)
Grade: Band 2
Contract type: Temporary appointment
Duration of contract: Short term appointment
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Date:
29 November 2007
Application Deadline:
26 December 2007
Vacancy Notice Cancelled
Organization unit:
Partnerships and External Relations (PER)/Communication and Knowledge Sharing (CKS)
Duty station:
Geneva Switzerland
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MANDATE OF THE DEPARTMENT:
Our mission is to effectively position UNAIDS and our issues with key audiences. And to create, manage and share knowledge with partners and potential partners in the AIDS response. We will work across three areas: Communications, Content management and Web platform and Production.
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Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
Under the supervision of the Head, Communications team, the incumbent has the following responsibilities:
1. To proactively collaborate with stakeholder departments, including HR, IMT, EXO to help develop and implement internal communications strategy, advising and coordinating internal launches of major projects such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP).
2. To undertake a range of writing assignment, including but not limited to writing talking points, fact sheets, Q&As, newsletters, presentations, and other assignments as required.
3. To organize internal meetings and briefings with UNAIDS, staff, cosponsors and other partners, writing the agenda, preparing presentations and ensuring the dissemination of information in a timely and efficient manner .
4. To serve as focal point for the content manage portions of the internal/external Web sites on issues concerning internal communications, posting web stories and other documentation as appropriate.
5. Within the delegated authority, to commissioned and manage consultants, interns and other staff briefing them on UNAIDS style, needs and procedures.
6. To undertake related assignments as required by the Head, Communications team, and to replace other Communications Officers during absences and share workload during periods of high demands.
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| REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS |
Education:
University degree in communication, public relations, journalism, public or business administration, social sciences, or a combination of academic preparation and experience. |
Competencies:
Knowledge of AIDS programmes, research, planning, coordination and advocacy processes. Sound knowledge or experience with media, NGO's donor agencies, government and multilateral programmes-ability to facilitate and engage leaders at all levels. Demonstrated writing and editing skills combined with strong organizational and analytical skills, creativity and problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of HTML and content management systems.
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Experience:
Three to six years experience in communications, media relations, public relations or development field in governmental, international organizations / institutions, with at least two years of country work experience in communication related area. Desirable: Experience in project management, event management, including coordinating or organizing and facilitating interagency working groups and partners meetings at national and international level. |
Languages:
Excellent knowledge of English, French and/or Spanish, with good working knowledge of the other language(s). Desirable: Knowledge of another UN official language.
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Additional Information:
In close collaboration with the International Civil Service Commission UNAIDS is developing and testing a system of reward for contribution and a broad-banded salary structure (Band1: P1 and P2, Band 2: P3, P4 and P5, Band 3: D1 and D2). As this system is being tested the existing grading system will be maintained until further notice. This post is at the P3 grade under the current grading system.
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Annual salary:
(Net of tax)
51 395US$ at single rate
55 060US$ with primary dependants
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Post Adjustment:
73.9 % of the figure(s) on the left side. This percentage is to be considered as indicative since variations may occur each month either upwards or downwards due to currency exchange rate fluctuations or inflation. |
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Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. |
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| Applications from people living with HIV are particularly welcome. Applications from women and from nationals of non- and under-represented member states are particularly encouraged.
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Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to the Staff Regulations and Rules of the World Health Organization (WHO) adjusted, as necessary, to take into account the particular operational needs of UNAIDS, and any subsequent amendments.
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
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Note: The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer or promotion of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity. The medical criterion for recruitment is fitness to work in the particular post. The United Nations HIV/AIDS Personnel Policy clearly stipulates that no staff and/or potential candidates shall be discriminated against on the basis of real or perceived HIV status. HIV infection, in itself, does not constitute lack of fitness to work. There is no obligation to disclose HIV-related personal information.
UNAIDS is committed to providing a work environment that respects the inherent dignity of all persons. UNAIDS has a responsibility to take all appropriate steps to prevent and respond to discrimination, abuse of authority, and harassment, including sexual harassment in the workplace or in connection with work. UNAIDS has zero tolerance towards abusive conduct. |
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| Please visit UNAIDS's e-Recruitment website at: https://erecruit.unaids.org to review and apply to positions. The system provides instructions for online application procedures. |
| All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. |
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Vacancy Notice Cancelled |
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