Комунікаційний/на асистент/ка / Communications Assistant

The war in Ukraine which started on 24 February 2022 has caused civilian casualties and the destruction of vital infrastructure, forcing millions of people to flee their homes seeking safety, protection, and assistance. They are in urgent need of protection and support. A considerable number of people — mostly elderly, women and children, and people with mobility problems — have remained in villages located very close to the frontline. Most of these people are stranded in areas where there is active fighting or which are subject to heavy daily shelling, and often have limited access to services and basic needs, relying mostly on what is being provided by the local authorities, humanitarian partners, and volunteer groups.

Under the supervision of Communication and Advocacy Analyst and in close coordination with SRH Programme Management Specialist, the Communications Assistant contributes to the design, coordination and implementation of communication and advocacy interventions of the UNFPA Humanitarian Response. Communication Assistant will help enhance and scale up humanitarian communications of UNFPA with focus on SRH (sexual and reproductive health) interventions.

Requirements for candidates:

• 3 years of experience in media, communications, managing social media accounts and websites.
• Experience of working with media, organising / supporting media events, press conferences and arranging interviews would be an asset.
• Ability to effectively present information tailored (both in content and format) to diverse audiences.
• Diligence, attention to detail and excellent ability to multitask and prioritise workload.
• Agility and strong ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Good analytical skills, flexibility, and willingness to learn.
• Skills in photography, videography and image editing would be considered as an asset.
• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills.
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing.
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in communications, public relations, journalism, social sciences, gender studies, linguistics, or other related fields.
• Ukrainian, Level: Fluent, Required
• English, Level: Fluent, Required

You will have the opportunity to apply your talent while working for a noble cause. UN Volunteers receive a monthly living allowance (VLA), as well as life insurance and full health insurance.

This position comes with the following benefits and entitlements for UN Volunteers (National UN Volunteer Specialist):

• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) (equivalent in UAH): USD 1534
• Medical and life insurance: Cigna Private Insurance
• Annual leave: 30 days
• Certified sick leave: 30 days annually
• Uncertified sick leave: 7 days annually
• Learning leave: 10 days annually

To apply for a vacancy, please first register on the UN Volunteers platform https://app.unv.org/ and send an application using this link: https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1737824955841792

The final date to apply is October 26 inclusive.

To learn more about becoming a UN Volunteer, visit www.unv.org.