Vacancies
Vacancies
Campaign Consultant
| Issue Date | 05 Jun 2016 | Closing Date | 13 Jun 2016 |
| Grade | CONSULTANT | Post Duration | |
| Duty Station | Nairobi | Organizational Unit | External Relations, Strategy, Knowledge and Innovation Division |
The World Urban Campaign (WUC) is a global coalition of public, private and civil society partners seeking to raise the urban agenda to a new level. Coordinated by UN-Habitat, but owned and driven by a long list of committed partners, the WUC provides the necessary environment for collaboration. The WUC seeks to raise global awareness of sustainable urbanization and to facilitate more coherent strategies and actions by development partners working at the national and local levels.
CONSULTANT VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Issued on: 31 May 2016
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UN-HABITAT |
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DUTY STATION: |
NAIROBI |
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FUNCTIONAL TITLE: |
Campaign Consultant |
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DURATION: |
6 months (over a period of 9 months) |
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CLOSING DATE: |
13 June 2016 |
BACKGROUND
The World Urban Campaign (WUC) is a global coalition of public, private and civil society partners seeking to raise the urban agenda to a new level. Coordinated by UN-Habitat, but owned and driven by a long list of committed partners, the WUC provides the necessary environment for collaboration. The WUC seeks to raise global awareness of sustainable urbanization and to facilitate more coherent strategies and actions by development partners working at the national and local levels.
The WUC is part of UN-Habitat’s work programme, located within the Advocacy, Outreach and Communications Branch. The project objective is to engage a wide range of partners in a common platform to advocate on the positive role of cities in development and to elevate the urban agenda. To date more than 70 Sponsors, Lead and Associate partners are engaged in the WUC.
The Campaign Consultant will provide support to the partnership engagement process under the World Urban Campaign Secretariat
RESPONSIBILITIES
On the basis of the above, the Consultant is required to mobilize partners through outreach campaign activities.
Under the overall supervision of the Advocacy, Outreach and Communication Branch Coordinator and WUC Project Leader, the consultant will provide support to the project in the following tasks:
- Prepare campaign materials for dissemination, in particular, strengthening communication among WUC members using social media tools, web posts, mailings…Liaising with WUC Partners and Members in order to obtain information to prepare the above campaign materials.
- Update the calendar of WUC partners and related events.
- Assist in preparing campaign events, working closely with the AOC Events and Outreach Unit, substantive units and partner organizations.
- Maintaining databases of partners and mailing lists of partners.
- Upload all materials on the WUC website.
- Disseminate all partners inputs through a monthly newsletter.
COMPETENCIES
Integrity: Demonstrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours. Acts without consideration of personal gains. Resists undue political pressure in decision making. Does not abuse power or authority. Stands by decisions that are in the organization’s interest, even if they are unpopular. Takes prompt action in case of unprofessional or unethical behaviour.
Professionalism: Ability to perform a broad range of administrative functions, e.g., budget/work programme, human resources, database management, etc. Ability to apply knowledge of various United Nations administrative, financial and human resources rules and regulations in work situations. 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.
Respect for Diversity.
QUALIFICATIONS
University degree in Management and Communication or related areas.
Work Experience
The consultant should have at least one year of experience in information and communication management.
Language
Written command of English and French. Spanish is considered an advantage.
REMUNERATION
Payments will be based on deliverables over the consultancy period. There are set remuneration rates for consultancies. The rate is determined by functions performed and experience of the consultant. The fees will be paid as per agreement.
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