Specialist, Communications & Visibility

Job Description - Specialist, Communications & Visibility (2409051)

Grade: NO-A

Contractual Arrangement: Fixed-term appointment

Contract Duration: One year, First year probationary period. Post of limited duration

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Closing Date
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Organization:

Pan American Foot-and-Mouth Disease Center

Schedule:

Full-time

OBJECTIVE OF THE OFFICE/DEPARTMENT

This is a requisition for employment at the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)/Regional Office of the World Health Organization (WHO). The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), through its Pan American Foot-and-Mouth Disease/Veterinary Public Health Center (PANAFTOSA/VPH), promotes, coordinates, and implements technical cooperation aimed at reducing the health, social, and economic burdens of zoonotic and food-borne diseases, as well as animal diseases with significant impacts on public health and food security, such as Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD). PANAFTOSA's technical cooperation is part of the Department of Communicable Diseases Prevention, Control, and Elimination (CDE). Its efforts are focused on the surveillance, prevention, control, and elimination of diseases, ensuring that interventions are technically sound and appropriate for the political and sociocultural contexts.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the direct supervision of the Center Director, PANAFTOSA and the general guidance of the Director, Communicable Diseases and Environmental Determinants of Health (CDE), the incumbent is responsible for, but not necessarily limited to, the following assigned duties:

1. Coordinate with PANAFTOSA/VPH technical areas to plan, develop, review, approve, manage and disseminate the contents on the initiatives and strategies of PANAFTOSA/VPH technical cooperation.


2. Prepare, maintain and monitor PANAFTOSA/VPH communication plan, aligned with the PAHO/WHO Strategic Communication Plan.


3. Coordinate the diagramming, design and production of technical documents, newsletters and information materials for events and technical meetings.


4. Collaborate with the PAHO Communications Network, serving as a focal point and engaging with counterparts from PAHO offices and Headquarters.


5. Support the organization of technical meetings and events related to PANAFTOSA/VPH technical cooperation.


6. Support the review/approval of PANAFTOSA/VPH technical guides and documents through the internal process.


7. Coordinate the communication and library team, responsible for the processes related to PANAFTOSA/VPH communication and publications.


8. Prepare the processes for obtaining, reviewing and dissemination of information in coordination with the technical areas.


9. Establish and maintain communication with relevant media outlets.


10. Manage and maintain a comprehensive image library.


11. Collaborate with technical areas to ensure timely updates and maintenance of the PANAFTOSA/VPH PAHO-WHO website.


12. Monitor the impacts of PANAFTOSA/VPH-PAHO/WHO communication.


13. Perform other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Essential: A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, media studies, digital media communication, advertising, or in any other discipline related to the functions of the position.

Desirable: Training in public health would be an asset.

Experience:

Essential: Three years of national professional experience in communications or journalism, with practical experience in corporate and/or strategic communications.

Desirable: Experience working in health promotion as well as with international organizations/agencies would be an asset.

SKILLS:

Overall attitude at work: Maintains integrity and takes a clear ethical approach and stance; demonstrates commitment to the Organization’s mandate.

Teamwork: Collaborates and cooperates with others; works collaboratively with team members.

Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Treats all people with dignity and respect; relates well to people with different cultures.

Communication: Expresses oneself clearly when speaking and writing; facilitates open communication.

Producing Results: Produces high-quality results and workable solutions that meet clients’ needs.

Moving forward in a changing environment: Suggests and articulates effective proposals for change.

Technical Expertise:

• Thorough knowledge of communications, media, public relations and journalistic writing.


• Technical knowledge of tools and techniques used to design, maintain and manage social media networks.


• Excellent writing and reporting skills with demonstrated experience in content production.


• Training or experience in risk communication, crisis communications and/or behavior change communications.


• Excellent organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Languages: Very good knowledge of Spanish and working knowledge of Portuguese and English.

IT Skills: Demonstrated ability to effectively use software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Master suite.

REMUNERATION:

Annual Salary: R $224,061.00

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. PAHO/WHO is an ethical organization that maintains high standards of integrity and accountability.

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Location: Brasil, BR

Posted Date: 11/23/2024