Job Description Communication Specialist
Primary Location
: Egypt-Cairo
Organizational Setting
The main aim of the FAO Country Offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and nutrition and reduce hunger and malnutrition, promote sustainable agricultural development, reduce rural poverty, develop inclusive agri-food systems and strengthen livelihood resilience – in line with the Organization’s Strategic Objectives and United Nations’ global and Government of Egypt’s national Sustainable Development Goals.
Reporting Lines
Work under the overall supervision of FAO Representative in Egypt, the direct supervision of ECTAD Egypt Team leader and in close collaboration with ECTAD team.:
Technical Focus
Support the development of a project related communication strategy, indicating the tools and info materials needed for this purpose, as well as support provided for the development of fact sheets and media notes for the press, and able to design awareness messages and visibility materials targeting all potential audiences,
Tasks and responsibilities
In close collaboration with Office of Communications (OCC) branches and appropriate Communication focal points, the incumbent will:
• Work under the overall supervision of FAO Representative in Egypt, the direct supervision of ECTAD Egypt Team leader and in close collaboration with ECTAD team, the incumbent will perform the following tasks:
• Serve as a communication focal person for the ECTAD Unit and provide communications support to all ECTAD projects including the USAID-funded Global Health Security Programme (GHSP) and Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) “Tackling Climate Change Through Sustainable Livestock Management Project”
• Support the development and dissemination of awareness messages to target audiences through appropriate channels on the prevention and mitigation of rabies, other priority zoonotic diseases, TADs and AMR.
• Participate in technical meetings, workshops, trainings and field missions to provide communication inputs and undertake visibility functions.
• Assist in the organization and implementation of communication training sessions, including developing training materials.
• Develop communication and advocacy materials to support awareness campaigns as well as enhance visibility of ECTAD and FAO Egypt at large.
• Coordinate development of community outreach strategies and plans to guide awareness campaigns against priority zoonotic diseases, other TADs and AMR.
• Support the development of digital and other innovative risk communication and awareness materials for implementing community outreach plans.
• Support the procurement process of development and printing of communication materials in line with corporate guidelines.
• Assist in evaluation of communication activities and its effect in collaboration with the M&E expert.
• Contribute to the development of project detail implementation plans (DIPs).
• Serve as a communication expert focal person for ECTAD Unit and provide professional services to all programs.
• Perform other related duties as requested by the ECTAD Team Leader.
FAO Standards and guidelines:
Liaison with the OCC will be maintained, either directly or through an agreed focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, appropriate review and clearance processes.
All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including:
FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31:
FAO social media policy and guidelines:
Social Media Branding Guidelines:
FAOSTYLE:
FAO terminology:
FAO Names Of Countries
Story guidelines, Story template, UN map standards, FAO logo policy and related branding guidelines (available to staff).
Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
• Advanced university degree in communications, social sciences or a related field.
• Three years of relevant experience in communications.
• Working knowledge in the English and Arabic languages
• National of Egypt
FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing) Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/ Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application
• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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