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National Communications Consultant

Job Posting 30/Nov/2020
Closure Date 14/Dec/2020, 105900 PM
Organizational Unit FRURT
Job Type Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition PSA Personal Services Agreement
Grade Level N/A
Primary Location Tanzania, United Republic of-Dar Es Salaam
Duration 11 months
Post Number N/A



FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and
international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.


Qualified female applicants and qualified nationals of non-and under-
represented member countries are encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.


Organizational Settings

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations FAO, leads
international efforts to alleviate hunger, eliminate poverty and achieve food
and nutrition security for all. At present, FAO is supporting a number of
interventions related to Agriculture crop, Livestock, Fisheries, Forestry
development and Food Security And Nutrition. FAO is seeking for suitably
qualified and experienced Communication consultants to support on visibility
of FAO work at country level.

Reporting Lines

The National Communication Consultant will work under the overall supervision
of the FAO Representative, and the direct supervision and guidance of the
Assistant FAO Representative – Programme and technical supervision of the FAO
communication officers from FAO Sub-regional Office for Southern Africa as
well as technical backstopping from the Regional Office for Africa RAF and
Headquarters

Technical Focus

Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative and the guidance of
the Assistant FAO Representative Programme, working in close collaboration
with the various programme officers and with regular consultation and
coordination with the Sub regional Communication Officer based in Harare and
Regional Communication Officer based in Accra the incumbent shall ensure
coherence with FAO’s corporate communication policy and operational guidelines
for all communication and information outputs.. Specifically, the tasks will
be the following

Tasks and responsibilities

Research and draft media and advocacy materials; create/prepare documents for
publications in journals, position papers, opening speeches and talking points

Collect and synthesize information and package; including production, editing
of human interest stories including success stories and case studies, press
releases, media advisories, web stories for all FAO Tanzania projects,
programmes and campaigns.

Document and edit texts of a specialized or technical nature on FAO’s work in
order to ensure accuracy, clarity, cohesion and conformity with FAO; house-
style language, policy and practice

Lead the preparation for the annual World Food Day activities in the country
and the participation of FAO Tanzania in other important food and agriculture
related national events including the International Day of Forests, Nane Nane
Farmers’ Day etc.

Track, research and analyze information on assigned topics/issues; gather
information from diverse sources and help synthesize briefs

Lead editorial review of FAO Tanzania public information documents, videos,
public materials including the website and social media platforms,
presentations, newsletters, bulletins for public review

Design, plan, formulate and manage the Office’s social media presence – in
line with the FAO’s Corporate Guidelines

Provide advice to FAO Tanzania staff on the strategic use of media tools
including social media to strengthen FAOs agriculture and food security
leadership and advocacy role.

Under technical leadership of projects CTA/Coordinators, develop and
disseminate visibility materials to promote projects

Under technical leadership of ECTAD Team leader develop and disseminate
visibility materials on GHSA/EPT-2/OH and Antimicrobial Resistance AMR

Prepare and coordinate high profile visits, events around FAO global, regional
and local work.

Perform any other duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

Advanced university degree in journalism, communications or related field.
Have at least 5 years of Professional experience in Public Information/
Communication, in the area of agriculture or related field preferably in
Tanzania
National of Tanzania

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus
Teamwork
Communication
Building Effective Relationships
Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Swahili for
various audiences
Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively
Experience in drafting/editing variety of UN public information documents/
products
Ability to work efficiently in a team while establishing and maintaining
effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment
with sensitivity and respect for diversity
Experience in publishing or writing clear and concise scientific papers,
policy papers, and plans
Excellent computer skills.

Selection Criteria

Academic qualifications;
Extent and relevance of work experience;
Excellent communication skills.



Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to
FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process
application, interview meeting, processing.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help, or have
queries, please contact Careers@fao.org
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers
and/or FAO language official examinations LPE, ILE, LRT will be accepted as
proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online
applications.



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Closing Date 1st January, 2021.



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