Communications Assistant (Turkish Speaking)

Background

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Since 2001, the UNDP programme in Cyprus has been delivering mainly EU funded interventions, to support Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots on confidence building measures by encouraging dialogue and cooperation, and supporting the development of environmental, economic, and social infrastructure on the island.

As such UNDP in Cyprus provides a diverse package of programmatic services to a range of partners which contribute to building a conducive environment for the peace process. In particular, the implementation of confidence building measures contributes to the building of trust between the two communities while demonstrating to the public at large that the communities can work together on critical issues that are of importance to all inhabitants of Cyprus across three focus areas:

• Empowering communities to protect cultural heritage.
• Strengthening inter-communal mechanisms
• Improving environmental, social, and economic infrastructure

The Technical Committees were established by the leaders of the Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot communities under the auspices of the United Nations, to address issues that affect the day-to-day life of people, through encouraging and facilitating greater interaction and understanding between the two communities.

UNDP is seeking a local Communications Assistant to work jointly on a %30 part time basis to support the development of a website and building associated communities in coordination with the Technical Committee on Culture.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Project Analyst and in collaboration with the Co- Chairs of the Technical Committee on Culture, Communication Assistant will carry out the following tasks.

Support with the production and development of content for the website including:

• Setting up a database of artists to be featured on the website.
• Draft content for the website including information about island wide cultural events.
• Sharing of public information regarding the key outcomes from the events and activities on the website and on social media.
• Share regular updates and information about the work of the Technical Committee on Culture.
• Provide regular updates and maintenance of the website.

Support with the design and implementation of proposals:

• In close consultation with the members of the Technical Committee support with the production of new project proposals
• Support with the organizing of consultation processes with a variety of stakeholders for the development of new project proposals
• Support with the implementation of project proposals in accordance with UNDP Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures
• Maintain databases of key stakeholders
• Support with the maintaining of project specific data ad results.
• Support with the carrying out of event and project
• Organize meetings with the Technical Committee members and other stakeholders.

Under the overall guidance of the Project Manager, help with implementation of the Support Facility to Technical Committees:

• In close consultation with the members of the other Technical Committees support with the production of new project proposals
• Support with the organizing of consultation processes with a variety of stakeholders for the development of new project proposals
• Support with the implementation of project proposals in accordance with UNDP Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures
• Any other relevant task that may help in implementation of Support Facility to Technical Committee’s projects and activities. 

Competencies

Core Achieve Results:LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, paysattention to details,

delivers qualitywork by deadline

Think Innovatively:LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic, problem solver, makesimprovements

Learn Continuously:LEVEL 1: Open mindedand curious, sharesknowledge, learns from mistakes, asks forfeedback

Adapt with Agility:LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible

Act with Determination:LEVEL 1: Shows driveand motivation, ableto deliver calmlyin

face of adversity, confident

Engage and Partner:LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards

others, formspositive relationships

Enable Diversity and Inclusion:LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies

Thematic AreaNameDefinitionPartnership managementRelationship managementAbility to engage witha wide rangeof public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust, and mutual understandingCommunicationsSocial Media managementAbility to represent and promote the UNDP brandin virtual communities and networksGeneral (acrossthe functions)Event planning and execution

Ability to plan, manageand execute of public and private eventsto ensure that they support and amplify individual communications and advocacyBusiness Management

CommunicationAbility to communicate in a clear, concise, and unambiguous manner boththrough written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.

Ability to managecommunications internally andexternally, through media, socialmedia, and otherappropriate channels

Business

Management

Project

Management

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and control resources,

procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals

Business ManagementResults-based ManagementAbility to manageprograms and projects with a focusat improved performance and demonstrable resultsBusiness DevelopmentKnowledge GenerationAbility to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Secondary education is required, or 
• A university degree in communications, journalism, advertising, or related field will be given due consideration, but it is not a requirement.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years (with high school diploma) or 2 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in communications, public relations and/or administration

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), experience in office and collaboration software packages and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web-based management systems is required (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Teams, Outlook and SharePoint).

Desired Skills:

• Experience in project monitoring, events management and organization, PR & Communication, project proposal preparation will be considered an asset.
• Demonstration of good knowledge of both GC and TC local art and culture sector in Cyprus will be considered an asset.
• Experience working in bi-communal projects will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of UNDP rules and regulations context will be considered an advantage.

Required Languages:

• Fluency in English, written and spoken.
• Knowledge of Turkish is mandatory.

Professional Certificates:

• Nationals or others legally authorized to work in Cyprus.
• Valid driving license.
• Ability to travel to various sites island wide

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders) 

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. 

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

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