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Communications Associate job at World Food Programme (WFP) | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
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The World Food Programme (WFP), established in 1961, is the food-assistance branch of the United Nations and the world's largest humanitarian organization dedicated to combating hunger worldwide.
Headquartered in Rome, Italy, WFP operates in over 120 countries and territories, providing food assistance to millions affected by conflict, disasters, and the impact of climate change. In 2020, WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to combat hunger, improve conditions for peace in conflict-affected areas, and prevent the use of hunger as a weapon of war and conflict. The organization fosters a work culture that emphasizes dedication, professionalism, and a shared commitment to its mission, offering diverse job opportunities across various fields, with details available on their official website.
WFP's innovative business model combines emergency relief with development assistance, focusing on building resilience and promoting self-reliance among affected communities. Guided by core values of humanity, neutrality, impartiality, and independence, WFP actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at achieving zero hunger by 2030. For more information, visit their official website at www.wfp.org.
Communications Associate job at World Food Programme (WFP)
World Food Programme (WFP)
To provide research and specialised communications services that support the creation of content aimed at influencing key policies, maintaining and enhancing WFP’s visibility and reputation, and supporting fundraising activities.
Produce content for social media channels including engaging text, photos and videos content for use across a range of integrated platforms.
Develop, package and disseminate multimedia success stories highlighting donor’s support in Uganda. This will involve the production of social media assets to be disseminated in WFP Uganda, Regional and Global Offices Channels.
Design and implement specific the
matic communication campaigns to generate greater awareness around key issues related to WFP’s mandate.
Facilitate public events in a timely manner for WFP’s major events such as international days.
Travel regularly (or liaise with field colleagues and contractors) to support multimedia production and donor’s recognition of WFP’s activities.
Produce and review fact sheets and operational briefs.
Any other duties as determined by supervisor.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication, Marketing, or in a related academic field from a recognized Academic Institution.
Language: Fluency (level C) in the English language.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
Leads by Example with Integrity
Upholds WFP values, principles, and standards:
Demonstrates and encourages others to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards Respects others and values diversity:
Values diversity using respectful and inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same Stays focused and calm under pressure:
Stays focused and calm when under pressure and encourages others to do the same
Demonstrates humility and a willingness to learn: \
Shows humility and a willingness to learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and taking up opportunities to develop
Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments
Delivers results for maximum impact:
Holds self and/or others accountable for the delivery of results Delegates appropriately:
Delivers results against delegated tasks and seeks guidance and support where needed Adapts readily to change:
Responds readily to change adjusting work as needed
DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE
•t least six years of professional work experience in a relevant role
Has demonstrated a sound understanding of WFP communication techniques and activities, as well as awareness of the socio-political context in which WFP operates.
Has demonstrated sound understanding of traditional and new media terrain and understands how to utilize opportunities to improve WFP’s reputation and visibility.
Has demonstrated excellent understanding of key policies necessary for reaching Zero Hunger and insight into how to produce powerful content and carry out impactful campaigns in support of the same.
Has experience running social media for an international organization.
Has experience providing training and mentorship for staff in communication skills and the agility to adapt style according to the team’s training needs.
Has experience producing multimedia content for humanitarian and/or international development campaigns and knowledge of the latest and most effective design, photo and video editing software.
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