Communication Officer - (2002770)  
Grade: NO-B
Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days): 1 year (subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need for the position)
Job Posting: Jul 9, 2020, 7:36:53 PM
Closing Date: Jul 31, 2020, 12:59:00 AM
Primary Location: Israel-Jerusalem
Organization: EM_PSE WHO Representative's Office, Palestine
Schedule: Full-time

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

The objectives of the WHO Country cooperation strategy for 2017-2020 is to contribute to the strengthening and building the resilience of the Palestinian National Health system and enhance MoH leadership to progress towards the universal health coverage. This includes strengthening capacities of Palestinian health institutions to prepare for and respond to public health emergencies.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Identify subjects of interest for communications messages and products to promote country work for public and professional groups (including media, donors) via web and social-media, other platforms/materials;
• Maintain and enhance WHO oPt's website and social media platforms in English and Arabic (and other platforms as needed) through development of regular postings and engagement on such accounts/platforms; with an emphasis on video and visual content;
• Participate in the production of WHO and WHE oPt's main regular communication products and tools, and maintain an up-to-date contact database with target audiences, and communication for visibility among the donor community.
• Support the development and implementation of selected health and advocacy campaigns (e.g. barriers to health, non-communicable diseases, universal health coverage,) including messages, written and multimedia materials, dissemination and follow-up;
• Maintain contact and good relationships with communication specialists/teams at WHO regional level, in addition to local UN and partner and donor groups (eg UNICEF, ECHO).
• Support the development of content for emergency-related advocacy tools, in line with established WHO guidelines and standards used throughout the Organization, to ensure consistency of approach.
• Carry out other tasks as required to support the internal and external communication of the organization.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential:

• University degree in communication, journalism, political science, social sciences, international relations or related field.

Desirable:

• Studies or experience-based knowledge of communications techniques
• Knowledge or understanding of WHO mandate and goals in the emergency incident management context.

Experience
Essential:

• Studies or experience-based knowledge of communications techniques
• Knowledge or understanding of WHO mandate and goals in the emergency incident management context.

Desirable:

• Experience in planning and implementing media and communications projects tactics, including the development of audio and visual materials and tools.
• Related experience in the United Nations or an international organization involved in communications projects and/or tactics related to humanitarian crises, emergency preparedness and response relief interventions and risk reduction in public health

Skills

• Ability to write well in English and Arabic and produce engaging communication materials in written and visual form (photo and video)
• Excellent interpersonal skills complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas and advocate consensus.

Proven skills in the development and implementation of communication/media products and tactics, including excellent storytelling and presentation skills and photo production abilities.

• Knowledge of social media and website management;
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure to achieve multiple deadlines
• Ability to "think out of the box" and to make innovative proposals to extend communication reach.
• Demonstrated ability to work within an emergency context at the country level
• Knowledge of public health sector and issues.

WHO Competencies
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Knowing and managing yourself

WHO global Competencies model at http://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of arabic.

REMUNERATION
Remuneration comprises an annual base salary starting at ILS 201,346 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade level
• Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
• A written test may be used as a form of screening.
• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview, you will be required to provide, in advance, a scanned copy of the degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/. Some professional certificates may not appear in the WHED and will require individual review.
• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to WHO Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and Manual.
• Staff members in other duty stations are encouraged to apply.
• For information on WHO's operations please visit: http://www.who.int.
• WHO is committed to workforce diversity.
• WHO's workforce adheres to the WHO Values Charter and is committed to put the WHO Values into practice.
• WHO has a smoke-free environment and does not recruit smokers or users of any form of tobacco.
• This is a National Professional Officer position. Therefore, only applications from nationals of the country where the duty station is located will be accepted. Applicants who are not nationals of this country will not be considered.
   
• Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to apply on-line.   For assessment of your application, please ensure that your profile on Stellis is updated; all experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time.  Kindly note that CV/PHFs inserted via LinkedIn are not accessible

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