Вакансія: Communications Associate, NPSA-7, DS-Kyiv, Nationals only

From the onset of the war, the Government of Ukraine, at both central and oblast levels, has demonstrated effectiveness in crisis/emergency coordination and ensured decentralized presence of line ministries and key government institutions in the country to sustain key government functions and deliver services to the displaced population. 

At the same time, within the Effective Multi-Level Governance projects, UNDP provides essential support to the Government to ensure sustainability, effectiveness and transparency in continued crisis and emergency coordination, as well as in response planning between the central government, oblasts, rayons and other stakeholders including the international community, civil society organizations, and the private sector.

To further assist in this effort, UNDP is recruiting a Communications Associate in ensuring effective communication strategies, enhancing public outreach, and promoting transparency and inclusivity in crisis response initiatives.

The incumbent will prioritize gender equality and women’s empowerment within all implementations and promote UNDPs mandate as a gender-responsive organization with zero tolerance to any kind of discriminatory and abusive behaviour, including sexual harassment, sexual exploitation and abuse.

Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Ensure effective project communication:

• In consultation with the Strategic Communications Specialist, develop a project communications strategy/plan/reporting (for internal and external communications, defining target audiences, purpose and objectives of communications, methods, timeframes, resources, and responsibilities), incorporate it with the annual work plans and update it annually in consultation with project stakeholders;
• Under the supervision of the Project Manager, coordinate the implementation of the project communications strategy;
• Coordinate and oversee the implementation of public awareness activities across all projects;
• Under the supervision of the Project Manager and programmatic team, UNDP CO communications, and global UNDP communications teams to support key partnerships with Government, non-government and implementing partners to ensure effective communication and collaboration across a broad spectrum of stakeholders to maximize the impact of the project initiatives.

2. Facilitate knowledge building and sharing:

• Support and coordinate the development of project knowledge management outputs;
• Support in training relevant staff in communications and branding guidelines;
• Support the design and maintenance of the UNDP website/webpages/social media and ensure it is up-to-date and dynamic;
• Facilitate learning and sharing of knowledge and experiences relevant to the projects.

3. Avoid any kind of discriminatory behaviour including gender discrimination and ensure that:

• Human rights and gender equality is prioritised as an ethical principle within all actions;
• Activities are designed and implemented in accordance with “Social and Environmental Standards of UNDP”;
• Any kind of diversities based on ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, class, gender are respected within all implementations including data production;
• Differentiated needs of women and men are considered;
• Inclusive approach is reflected within all actions and implementations, in that sense an enabling and accessible setup in various senses such as disability gender language barrier is created;
• Necessary arrangements to provide gender parity within all committees, meetings, trainings etc. introduced.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. 

Competencies

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Skills and Experience

Disclaimer

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Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.   
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 28 May, 2025.

If you wish to apply for this or other positions, please visit UNDP in Ukraine website, section Jobs and apply:

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UNDP will use a transparent and competitive screening process, though will only contact those applicants in whom there is further interest. Applications may only be submitted for specific vacancy.

Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.