Communication Specialist Lazio

Communication Specialist
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Job Description - Communication Specialist (2500367)

CALL FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST - VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: 2500367

Communication Specialist Job Posting 05/Feb/2025

Closure Date 19/Feb/2025, 10:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: OCB - Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment

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

Organizational Setting The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind.

The Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment (OCB) works to ensure that countries and stakeholders respond to the challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation.

Reporting Lines The Communication Specialist will report to and work under the overall supervision of the Knowledge Management Officer in OCB.

Technical Focus Technical advice on the planning, design and implementation of communications and outreach for projects, strategies and services in connection with the FAO Strategic Objectives.

Tasks and Responsibilities Experience and demonstrated skills in one or more of the following areas of work:

Support and contribute to the preparation, production and dissemination of knowledge materials, including reports, press releases, social media posts, newsletters, and speeches.

Proofread, edit and ensure all written material adheres to FAO guidelines, style and terminology.

Develop stories of change and impact based on OCB project results.

Showcase the results and achievements of FAO programmes and projects.

Coordinate the production of knowledge products.

Create new webpages and maintain relevant websites.

Support outreach and promotion of key publications and major events.

Plan and support media outreach campaigns.

Compile analytics of social media channels for reporting.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING University degree in communications, journalism, sustainable development or social sciences.

At least 1 year (for PSA CAT C), 2 years (for Consultant CAT C), and at least five years (for CAT B) or 10 years (category A) of relevant experience.

Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English.

FAO Core Competencies Technical/Functional skills Experience in developing communication and outreach campaigns.

Strong media outreach skills.

Excellent analytical and conceptual skills.

Ability to operate effectively as part of a team.

Research and analytical skills.

Selection Criteria Experience working on issues related to gender, youth, education and/or capacity building.

Knowledge of digital communication tools and platforms.

Proficiency in written and verbal communication.

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

Attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.

Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.

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