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Job Title: Public Information Officer, P3 Department/ Office: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Duty Station: GENEVA Posting Period: 9 August 2012-15 October 2012 Job Opening number: 12-PUB-OHCHR-20511-R-GENEVA United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Media Unit of the Communications Section in the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. The incumbent reports to the Spokesperson for the High Commissioner for Human Rights. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Public Information Officer will be responsible for the following duties: (a) Ensures implementation of information programs to publicize priority issues and/or major events, to include drafting information strategies, coordinating efforts, monitoring and reporting on progress, taking appropriate follow-up action, and analyzing the outcome. (b) Monitors and analyzes current events, public opinion and press, identifies issues and trends, and advises management on appropriate action/responses. (c) Undertakes activities to promote media coverage (e.g. press conferences, interviews, press seminars and other special activities) of priority issues and/or major events, to include development of a media strategy and action plan, initiating pro-active media outreach efforts, proposing and arranging press conferences/media coverage, disseminating materials and consulting with press on approach/story angle and other information requests, undertaking appropriate follow-up action and analyzing and reporting on the impact of coverage. (d) Produces or oversees production of information communications products, such as press kits, press releases, feature articles, texts for the internet and social media, speeches, backgrounders, audio-visual materials etc., to include proposing topics, undertaking research, determining appropriate medium and target audience, preparing production plans, writing drafts, obtaining clearances and finalizing texts, editing copy, and coordinating distribution. (e) Initiates and sustains professional relationships with key constituencies. (f) Acts as focal point on specific issues, monitoring and reporting on developments, responding to inquiries, etc. (g) Participates in selecting the information transmitted to key constituencies. (h) Provides guidance to, and may supervise, more junior staff. WORK IMPLIES FREQUENT INTERACTION WITH THE FOLLOWING: Senior Public Information Officers and other specialists, and managers throughout the UN and in other UN organizations and missions. Translators and Web designers. Bureau Chiefs, editors, journalists for international news media, counterparts and mid-level officials in government, non-governmental organizations, businesses, academia and other areas of civil society. RESULTS EXPECTED: Plans, manages and evaluates public communications strategies that promote public understanding and sustained media coverage of OHCHR activities, events and views on specific human rights topics/issues in accordance with prevailing policy and practices. Originates communications products that most effectively convey desired information/message to targeted audience(s). Builds and facilitates strategic contacts and partnerships to ensure effective public communications. Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: - Knowledge of the full range of communications approaches, tools, and methodologies essential to planning and executing effective media and communications strategies. - Ability to rapidly analyze and integrate diverse information from varied sources. - Ability to identify public affairs issues, opportunities and risks in an international environment. Ability to diplomatically handle sensitive situations with target audiences and cultivate productive relationships. - Knowledge of relevant internal policies and business activities/issues. - Ability to write and edit communication products in a journalistic news style. - Ability to deliver oral presentations to various audiences, including media interviews. - Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. - Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. COMMUNICATION: -Speaks and writes clearly and effectively -Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately -Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication -Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience -Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. TEAMWORK: -Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. -Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others -Places team agenda before personal agenda. -Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position -Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. PLANNING & ORGANIZING: -Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies -Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required -Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work -Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning -Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary -Uses time efficiently. CREATIVITY: -Actively seeks to improve programmes or services -Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs -Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas -Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box" -Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things - Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. Education Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in communication, journalism, international relations, or related field. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Work Experience A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, or related area is required. Experience in writing about international affairs in a journalistic news style is essential in English and / or French. Experience at the international level and in human rights related work will be considered assets. Languages Fluency (oral and written) in both English and French is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage. Assessment Method Written test and competency-based interviews. Only candidates who are successful in the written test will be called for competency-based interview. Special Notice Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. United Nations Considerations The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS. Source: UN Careers.

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