Communications Specialist

Task description

The UNV will be expected to:

• Strategic Communication, Content Development & Digital Engagement
• Provide support to the effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on progress of project implementation
• Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing relevant to the assigned project

Education

• Bachelor degree or equivalent in communication, sustainable development, sociology, anthropology, environmental sciences, education, public policy, or in a related field will be an advantage.

Skills and experience

• Excellent organizational, communication and coordination skills;
• Excellent oral and written skills, particularly excellent drafting and reporting skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills, culturally and socially sensitive, able to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; experience working in cross-cultural environments is an asset;
• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with website publishing and maintenance,as well as graphic design and video editing software (Adobe InDesign, Canva, Clipchamp, CapCut) is an asset;
• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;
• Have affinity with or interest in volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

Language(s)

• English and Malay

Deadline: 26 March 2025