Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide support in the development of a coherent WLC communications and media strategy
• Track and monitor print and social media and report relevant information to WLC Secretariat and members’ staff to inform communications and media strategy development and implementation
• Gather substantive inputs from WLC Secretariat staff and members to develop, and if relevant, update the WLC’s communication and media strategy and action plan
• Include guidance and support to WLC Secretariat and members’ staff on UN Women and donor’s corporate communications and visibility requirements
• Provide support to the development and publication of WLC’s communications materials
• Identify storylines and achievements within the WLC for online and printed publications
• Prepare press releases, articles, key messages, and other advocacy materials, in cooperation with WLC and UN Women
• Seek approval from WLC chair and UN Women and manage the publication of materials
• Maintain library/ database of reference materials and photos and digital assets, as necessary

• Provide substantive support in the management of the WLC’s social media presence and website
• Identify stories, and develop/review content for the WLC’s website and social media channels
• Update the website and social media channels, ensure consistency in branding
• Research, compile and produce reports on web statistics on a regular basis and electronic surveys
• Maintain files, databases, and systems relevant to the WLC’s digital presence, as necessary

• Provide media relations support to the WLC
• Serve as a focal point on WLC’s activities open to the press, as necessary
• Establish and maintain relationships with press, maintaining and updating a database of relevant journalists/media houses, as necessary
• Respond to requests for information and arrange interviews
• Support media engagement by organizing press conferences and other publicity events and preparing briefing materials, talking points, and press releases

• Facilitate knowledge management and sharing
• Contribute to the identification of best practices and lessons learned
• Conduct trainings and workshops on communication practices for WLC Secretariat and member staff, as relevant
• Provide/exchange information with WLC members and UN Women

• Other
• Perform other tasks as assigned by supervisor

Competencies

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely organization of discussions, conferences, briefings, information campaigns and other events
• Timely provision of substantive inputs as requested
• Timely delivery of developed communication and advocacy materials in high quality
• Social media channels/website are up to date
• Number of communication products developed and assisted in development

Core Values:

• Respect for Diversity
• Integrity
• Professionalism

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
• Accountability
• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Inclusive Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Leading by Example

Functional Competencies

• Ability to establish, build and sustain effective relationships with clients
• Ability to create, edit and present information in clear and presentable formats, using appropriate IT functionality
• Excellent event planning skills
• Excellent knowledge of social media and communications strategy and methods
• Ability to identify relevant events and stories and communicate them to a mass audience
• Strong multimedia skills
• Knowledge of gender equality and women’s empowerment

Required Skills and Experience

Education and certification:

• Completion of secondary education is required;
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism is an asset.

Experience:

• At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in providing support to the formulation and implementation of internal and external communications and advocacy strategies and related plans;
• Experience in the use of computers applications and software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) as well as web-based management systems;
• Experience in the use of social media and digital communications.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required