Short-Term Media and Communication Programme Associate (G6)

I. Organizational Context
1. The OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan (PCUz) is mandated to assist the Host Country in its efforts to ensure security and stability, including the fight against terrorism, violent extremism, drug trafficking, and other threats; to support the country’s socio-economic and civil society development; to help protect the country’s environment; and to assist the government in the implementation of its commitments taken within the OSCE framework, including those related to the development of civil society. The Co-ordinator’s activities are carried out on the basis of jointly developed programmes and projects.

2. The incumbent reports directly to the National Project Officer, NP2 and works under the _overall supervision of the Head of Office (HoO) and supports the visibility of the Office’s activities implemented in cooperation with the Host Government and civil society in Uzbekistan. In close coordination with programmatic staff, the incumbent contributes to enhancing public awareness of official meetings and events such as roundtables, trainings, and conferences aimed at strengthening national capacities and supporting the implementation of OSCE commitments. Through strategic use of social media and other communication tools, the role promotes transparency, and highlights progress across key areas of engagement.

II. Main Purpose
The incumbent is responsible for managing and maintaining the PCUz official website and social media channels - to enhance public engagement and visibility. His/her duties include coordinating the creation and publication of high-quality, multilingual content (English, Uzbek, Russian) in collaboration with programmatic units, targeting specific audiences through various media formats. Additionally, the role of incumbent involves media relations - maintaining contacts, drafting press materials, and organizing briefings - as well as supporting the development and execution of the organization’s communication strategy through regular coordination with the COMMS in OSCE Secretariat. He/she will also provide interpretation (Uzbek-English, Russian-English) at meetings involving the Head of Office when required.

III. Work Relationships

Internally, the incumbent reports directly to National Project Officer, NP2 but under overall guidance and supervisor of the Head of Office. The role involves close collaboration with programmatic units to develop content that aligns with project goals and messaging. In addition, the incumbent coordinates with the Communication and Media Relations Unit at the OSCE Secretariat to ensure the Office’s communication strategy aligns with the overall organizational standards. Externally, the incumbent engages with the general public and social media audiences through the creation and dissemination of multilingual content aimed at increasing visibility and public awareness. The role also includes maintaining active contact with national and local media representatives, preparing press releases, and organizing media briefings. Interaction with Host Government officials may occur during joint events or official meetings. Furthermore, the incumbent works with civil society organizations to support and promote the visibility of joint initiatives and events.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the maintenance and management of the PCUz official webpage and social media accounts, including current corporate Facebook, X/Twitter, Telegram and other platforms on a regular basis to enhance public engagement and visibility, and ensuring the target audience is reached and interactively engaged.
• Coordinating and finalizing creative, high-quality content for social media platforms targeting specific audiences (texts, graphics, multimedia, etc.) based on inputs from the programmatic units. Posts are published in English, Uzbek, and Russian.
• Establishing and maintaining contact information of the relevant Uzbekistan media; drafting press releases and other information materials to the media; organizing press briefings; liaison with COMMS team in OSCE Secretariat in Vienna.
• Coordinating development of the PCUz communication strategy and monitoring its implementation.
• Accompanying the HoO when required, and assisting with a consecutive interpretation.
• Performing other related tasks as assigned.
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For more detailed information on the structure and work of the Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan, please see: «OSCE Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan | OSCE»

Necessary Qualifications:

Education:
• Completed secondary education, as well as specialized training in the field of Media and Communications, Journalism or other relevant areas

Experience and knowledge/skills:
• A minimum of 6 (six) years of working experience as a Communications Specialist, Communications Assistant or a similar role;
• Proven experience managing and creating content for websites and social media platforms (Facebook, X/Twitter, Telegram, etc.).
• Ability to conduct research and collect information from a variety of sources
• Ability to draft press releases, media and other professional communication materials.
• Excellent communication abilities (oral and written);
• Proven ability to contribute effectively to a multicultural team environment while promoting a collaborative and inclusive team spirit;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Computer literacy with experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Experience with an ERP software is an asset.

Languages:
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and local language/s.

Remuneration Package:

Monthly remuneration, subject to social security deduction, is USD 1319.00 as per the relevant OSCE salary scale. Appointment is made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale. Duration of contract 5 months and 29 days.

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Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted.

Candidates interviewed and found suitable in the recruitment process for this vacancy notice will be placed on a roster of suitable candidates (valid for three years) for fixed-term posts, should a suitable opportunity arise. The placement on a roster does not guarantee a future appointment or assignment.

The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious, ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization.

Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity, independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model, please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model.

Please note that for this position the OSCE does not reimburse expenses such as travel in connection with interviews, tests, visas and relocation.

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The mandatory retirement age at the OSCE is 65 years for contracted positions at the general service, professional and director level. The Organization shall apply an age limit of 62 years at the time of appointment as the incumbent selected is normally expected to carry out the contractual obligation of two years.

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