PUBLIC INFORMATION ASSISTANT - French (Temporary Job Opening)

Org. Setting and ReportingThis position is located in the French Language Unit of UN News Services Section I, which is part of the News & Content Branch of the News & Media Division of the Department of Global Communications (DGC). The News Section produces daily news and feature stories, magazine programmes and special series and makes available live and recorded audio form meetings and events. Through these products UN News provides daily and weekly content in 9 languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Spanish, Russian, Portuguese, Kiswahili, and Hindi). The incumbent will directly report to the Chief of French Language Unit. ResponsibilitiesWithin delegated authority, the Public Information Assistant will be responsible for the following duties: • Provides specialized assistance to the producers at the preproduction and post-production stages of multimedia news production and delivery of information communications products and services related to UN News. • Researches a broad scope of information sources, printed and electronic; researches and compiles printed sources of information, as well as video and audio excerpts originating from meetings, press releases, official documents, press conferences, studio interviews, field recordings and live coverage of events related to the work of the UN. • Participates in the morning editorial meeting and the daily unit planning, suggests in-depth story ideas and proposes ideas for extending the reach of products. • Requests and arranges interviews for the producers to conduct; carries out digital content production, editing of inserts, cuts, clips and other recorded components of programmes and publishing; and assists with all aspects of podcast production; identifies and selects appropriate and relevant excerpts of speeches and statements for inclusion in clips; coordinates translation/adaptation of scripts, the recording of narrations and the preparation of online graphics, etc. • Assists in fact-checking and updating the web page, including drafting and editing of content. • Assists in the production and editing of video projects; interviews UN officials and other main characters for inclusion in UN News' video outputs, which can include assisting with camera, checking scripts, editing visual and print materials, and suggesting questions. • Assists with promotion activities and outreach to partners; carries out analytics and social media metrics for the news website and social media accounts, as required. • Assists with the distribution of audio and video materials; ensures the management of audio/video archives, and the proper safekeeping/preservation of historical audio/visual materials. • Provides guidance to interns/volunteers, training and other logistical support. • Performs other duties as assigned. CompetenciesProfessionalism: Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures related to the communication, production and dissemination of public information. Ability to research and gather information from a variety of sources. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. 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. EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Job - Specific QualificationNot available. Work ExperienceA minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in public communication, international broadcasting or related area is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to five (5) for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Experience in audio and video production for broadcasters, web and social media is required. Experience in full range of production of multimedia features is required. Experience in digital content publishing, and incorporation of photos and graphics is required. Experience in recording, filming and editing audio and video material is desirable. Experience in editing with Adobe Premiere software is desirable. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in both English and French is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. AssessmentEvaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview. Special Notice• This position is temporarily available for an initial period of six (6) months with the possibility of extension. If the selected candidate is a staff member from the United Nations Secretariat, the selection will be administered as a temporary assignment. • While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. • Subject to the funding source of the position, the eligibility for this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station. • This temporary job opening may be limited to “internal candidates,” who have been recruited through a competitive examination administered according to staff rule 4.16 or staff selection process including the review of a central review body established according to staff rule 4.15. • Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation. • Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as \"retirement.\" Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service. • This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. 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