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/22/FT99
Title: Social Media Officer (Executive Director's Communications)
Grade: P3
Contract type: Fixed-term Appointment
Duration of contract: 2 years
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Date:
4 November 2022
Application Deadline:
19 November 2022
Selection in Progress
Organization unit:
AI UNAIDS Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (AI)
Front Office / Strategic Engagement Division, Executive Office
Duty station:
Geneva Switzerland
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About UNAIDS:
Serving Communities and Countries to End Inequalities and AIDS
We, the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, lead the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. By placing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to reduction of inequalities at the heart of our work, we lead the global response to AIDS by: (i) maximizing equitable and equal access to HIV services, (ii) breaking down barriers to achieving HIV outcomes, and (iii) integrating efficient HIV responses into wider health and protection systems.
We are committed to creating an equal, safe and empowering workplace culture where all people in all their diversity thrive. We live our values of Commitment to the AIDS Response, Integrity and Respect for Diversity.
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MANDATE OF THE DEPARTMENT:
The Executive Office (EXO) provides vision, leadership and inspiration to UNAIDS. It highlights and drives emerging issues, focuses areas of work and steers the organization - positioning it as a global leader on ending AIDS. In performing these functions, EXO facilitates communication and coordination within UNAIDS and with partners while serving as a reference and intelligence hub. EXO is responsible for maintaining effective management practices within the organization to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of its operations.
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Main tasks and Responsibilities of the Position:
Under the supervision of Head of Front Office and Strategic Engagement, with a matrix to the Communications Director, the incumbent will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
Write statements and pieces for the Executive Director for use in print, video, and social media.
Write, edit, design content for the UNAIDS Executive Director's social media channels, ensuring that content is accurate, accessible, informative, and engaging.
Manage social media coverage of Executive Directors' public and bilateral engagements on UNAIDS corporate social media channels.
Initiate high-level engagement in social media conversations on AIDS and related issues on behalf of the UNAIDS Executive Director in social media platforms.
Manage and enhance the social media profile of the UNAIDS Executive Director's social media assets including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other appropriate forums. This includes consistent and timely postings and ensuring postings are accurate and on message.
Develop and implement a social media strategy for the UNAIDS Executive Director, that evolves and adapts to specific activities and engagements as well as online trends and discussions.
Regularly monitor the analytics, trends, and engagement on social media platforms.
Connect, seek and foster relationships with super connector individuals, companies, and organizations and manage their engagement in social media platforms to increase the outreach of the UNAIDS Executive Director's messages and strategic goals.
Promote relationships with civil society and other partners for the outreach of UNAIDS messages as well as in undertaking joint social media campaigns.
Write features around the UNAIDS Executive Director's activities and engagements.
Liaise with the Executive Office and act as the focal point between the Executive Office and the Communications department on communication issues related to the Executive Director.
All other related duties as assigned.
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| REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS |
Education:
Essential: Advanced university degree in media, communications, marketing, or related social sciences. For internal candidates, a first university degree and seven (7) years of relevant work experience will be considered as equivalent.
Desirable: Knowledge of graphic design, and video production. |
Competencies:
UNAIDS Values:
Commitment to the AIDS response
Integrity
Respect for diversity
Core competencies:
Working in Teams
Communication with Impact
Applying Expertise
Delivering Results
Driving Change and Innovation
Being Accountable
Managerial competencies:
Vision and strategic thinking
Leading Teams
Building Relationships and Networks
Developing and Empowering Others
Managing Performance and Resources
Exercising Sound Judgment
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Experience:
Essential: Five (5) years of professional experience in managing communication and social media projects, preferably with experience at the international level. Excellent writing abilities, knowledge of social media platforms, and technical skills for engaging with them. Demonstrated knowledge of AIDS issues, of communication practices, and producing information for web communities.
Desirable: Experience with governmental/international institutions or the UN System. Campaign planning and graphic design skills. |
Languages:
Essential: Excellent knowledge of English.
Desirable: Working knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.
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Additional Information:
Positions at the international professional category within UNAIDS will be subject to the Organization's Mobility Policy. The above-mentioned position is a rotational position and its standard duration of assignment is linked to the ICSC hardship classification of the duty station.
Other similar positions at the same level may be filled from this vacancy notice.
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Annual salary:
(Net of tax)
USD 62,692 at single rate
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Post Adjustment:
81 % 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. |
Applicants will be required to take a test. Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview. |
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. |
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. |
UNAIDS is committed to providing equity of access to employment, advancement and retention in UNAIDS, recognizing that it is in the interest of UNAIDS to recruit and maintain a diverse and skilled workforce that is representative of the diverse nature of society, which includes persons with disabilities. It is therefore the policy of UNAIDS to actively promote equity of access to employment opportunities within UNAIDS for persons with disabilities.
UNAIDS undertakes to provide reasonable accommodation necessary to enable a person with a disability to access employment opportunities, enter into and remain in employment within UNAIDS. The principle of reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, selection and appointment. |
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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Selection in Progress |
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