Communication Specialist Lazio

Communication Specialist
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Job Description - Communication Specialist (2500719) CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT:

2500719 Communication Specialist Job Posting

Date: 10/Mar/2025 Closure Date

24/Mar/2025, 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit:

NFIDD - Director's Office - Divisional Support and Project Cycle Unit Job Type

Non-staff opportunities Type of Requisition:

Consultant / PSA (Personal Services Agreement) Primary Location

Italy-Rome Duration:

Up to 11 months Post Number:

N/A FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background, and culture.

Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAO's values.

FAO has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives, and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination.

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality.

FAO's commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations.

Organizational Setting

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for the economic, social, institutional, governance, and policy aspects of FAO's activities related to fisheries and aquaculture and their development, with particular emphasis on human well-being, food security, and poverty reduction.

Reporting Lines

The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Coordinator of the Common Oceans ABNJ Program and in close collaboration with the Common Oceans Senior Communications Consultant, the tuna and deep-sea project managers, and the OCC communications coordinator for NFI.

Technical Focus

The Communication Specialist will work closely with Common Oceans Program stakeholders and project management units to ensure that relevant communication, visibility, and branding materials are developed and disseminated through relevant media and network channels.

Tasks and Responsibilities

In close collaboration with Office of Communications (OCC) branches and appropriate Communication focal points, the incumbent will: Support the implementation of the knowledge management and communication (KMC) activities specific to the Tuna, Deep-sea Fisheries and Global Coordination Projects of the Common Oceans Program.

Support the KMC efforts of the Common Oceans Program, including the implementation of the KMC strategy and activity plans.

Support the management of the knowledge management system of the Common Oceans program.

Liaise with Common Ocean Program partners to gather requisite information and content.

Liaise with KMC service providers during the preparation of KMC materials.

Ensure coherent and consistent messaging about the Common Oceans Program and its child projects.

Participate in the organization, execution, and follow-up of meetings and events.

Support the content management of the dedicated websites for the Common Oceans Program.

Document KMC efforts for reporting purposes.

Ensure that all publications and documents to be disseminated via the FAO document repository are timely processed.

Perform other duties as required.

Candidates Will Be Assessed Against the Following

University degree in political science, international relations, international development, journalism, communications sciences, or the humanities, environmental law, marine sciences.

5 years of relevant experience in journalism and/or communications in international organisations.

Full proficiency/Working knowledge of English.

FAO Core Competencies

Technical/Functional Skills

Work experience in more than one location or area of work.

Extent and relevance of experience in drafting articles, web stories, and communication products.

Extent and relevance of experience in website and social media management.

Extent and relevance of experience in event support.

Familiarity with knowledge management.

Selection Criteria

Field experience working for media outlets and/or international organisations.

Experience with communicating technical project results and impacts.

Fisheries and marine policy-related experience.

Experience and familiarity with communicating Global Environment Facility funded projects.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All, and Integrity and Transparency.

Additional Information

FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

FAO will only consider academic credentials or degrees obtained from an educational institution recognized in the IAU/UNESCO list.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.

Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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