Functional Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Hub Director and
Representative and direct supervision of the Head of Programme the incumbent
will be responsible for the following:
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Provide substantive
support to the Head of Programme in day to day management of Amman Operational
Hub projects in Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, Syria and Yemen, with focus on communications;
·
Coordinate inputs and
produces briefings, presentations and background materials for the Head of
Programme, as well as meeting minutes. Monitor follow-up activities;
·
Develop a communications
strategy for the Amman Operational Hub, covering both internal and external communications;
·
Provide substantive
content for and manage the Amman Hub intranet page, highlighting project
achievements and other relevant information;
·
Develop key messages on
UNOPS programming in the region, including for partners, local and international
media;
·
Write press releases
regarding ongoing programmes and work closely with the Partnerships Unit on
visibility activities for newly established partnerships;
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Support preparation of
narrative donor reports to ensure alignment with UNOPS messaging and external
communication strategy;
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Coordinate with HQ on
publishing the press releases and other external communications on UNOPS
website and social media;
·
Produce fact sheets on
specific projects and UNOPS services in the region;
·
Provide inputs into
speeches of the Director and the Head of Programme;
·
Serve as the focal point
for the United Nations Communications Group, and actively promote UNOPS within
that inter-agency fora;
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Maintain relationships
with HQ, CPG and external partners to gather information and provide advice on
communications products and outreach;
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Close interaction with
Programme/Project staff to share information and knowledge as related to
projects and communications; and,
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Perform other functions,
as required.