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VACANCY NOTICE NO: 2281
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION:
19 January 2024
Under Recruitment
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POST
Associate Advocacy and Communications Officer
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GRADE
P2
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DUTY STATION
Geneva, Switzerland
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COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY
To be determined
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NATURE OF APPOINTMENT
Fixed-term - 2 years
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ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
The Systematic Observations Financing Facility (SOFF) Secretariat
Infrastructure Department
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WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. The statutory retirement age after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete the term of appointment will normally be considered.
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DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the overall guidance of the Director, SOFF Secretariat, the incumbent will perform the following duties:
1) SOFF positioning and advocacy
Consolidate and analyse information, contribute to technical papers and briefing materials on policy issues about SOFF positioning within the global climate finance architecture, including SOFF collaboration and complementarity with the Green Climate Fund, Global Environment Facility, Climate Investment Funds, Adaptation Fund and the CREWS initiative.
Prepare substantive inputs to the development of SOFF strategies, scenarios and options, supporting policy formulation specifically around the UNFCCC and COP process.
Support preparation and provide input for documents for the SOFF Steering Committee meetings.
Leverage on opportunities to position SOFF through flagship reports and hydromet related events led by SOFF co-founders and partners, and support SOFF positioning in strategic initiatives such as the Early Warnings for All.
2) SOFF communication
Lead on implementation of the SOFF communication strategy and regularly adjust it in line with the SOFF resource mobilization and outreach strategy, laying out SOFF engagement with relevant stakeholders and respective activities to maximize SOFF visibility at specific events.
Liase with SOFF Steering Committee Members and the Co-Founders WMO, UNDP and UNEP for efficient cross-promotion, aligned communication including press releases and provide talking points for Seniors and VIPs. Ensure keeping the stakeholders up to date and provide them with latest developments, strategies, and key lines.
Promote knowledge and information sharing among relevant stakeholders and identify opportunities to cross promote/position SOFF.
Produce and design tailored communication material and multimedia products, for effective storytelling, ensuring SOFF operations are properly reflected and promoted
Manage SOFF social media accounts, track and monitor performance with data/analytics. Maintain and keep the SOFF website up to date.
3) Event Management
Lead on the design and organization of SOFF-related international events and media coverage, including managing preparation of logistics and management on site covering report launches, press conferences, interviews, and other activities.
Liase with SOFF co-founders for effective cross-promotion during high-level events, such as UNGA or COP.
4) Other duties
Manage consultants and/or interns and external service providers as required. Perform other duties as required.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in communication, public administration, social or political sciences, international relations, climate change or related area. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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Experience
A minimum of two years of professional experience in the area of climate change. Professional experience in communications and knowledge about the UNFCCC intergovernmental process, the work of the United Nations on climate change issues and knowledge about international climate finance desirable.
Experience in an international work environment or a development bank is an advantage.
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Other requirements
Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and manage multiple workloads.
Knowledge of social media and ability to produce and design tailored communication material and multimedia products. Ability to identify global developments in climate diplomacy, financing facilities and communication trends. Ability to lead projects including various stakeholders. Excellent writing skills and demonstrated ability to draft written products clearly, concisely and meaningfully. Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications; Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator highly desirable. Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to foster diversity and team spirit.
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Languages
Excellent knowledge of English (both oral and written) and working knowledge of French. Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.
(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.)
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Possibility of renewal subject to the availability of funds and pending satisfactory performance after an initial probationary period of one year which can be extended up to a maximum of two years.
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| SALARY AND ALLOWANCES |
Annual net base salary on initial appointment is: US$ 50377 |
Annual post adjustment on initial salary is: US$ 42972 (in addition to the net base salary) |
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Additional Information:
Only applicants in whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written assessment and/or an interview.
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| Date of issue of vacancy notice:
21 December 2023
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