Context:
The World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) is the intergovernmental organisation responsible for improving animal health worldwide. The OIE was created on the 25th of January 1924. Its headquarters are based in Paris. It has 182 Member Countries and is represented on 5 continents by 13 Representations in total (www.oie.int).
The OIE Communication Department covers corporate communication, social media, marketing, multimedia campaigns, events, media and OIE network relations. The Department activities are aimed at a wide range of target audiences, technical and non-technical. It works in close liaison with the scientific and technical departments of the Organisation. Its work also focuses on strengthening communication capacities of OIE staff and member countries.
Regional context:
The Americas has two Representations: the Regional Representation for the Americas, based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, covering the 32 OIE Members in the region and the Sub-Regional Representation based in Panama City, Panama. They provide regionally adapted services to enhance the capacity of national Veterinary Services to implement the OIE standards and guidelines for securing animal health and welfare.
In recent years, OIE’s communication and coordination needs in the Americas´ region has dramatically increased in its scope and volume including digital communication (in particular OIE Regional website), event promotion, relations with the OIE’s networks and internal communication.
Positioning and reporting
Under the authority of the Director General and the direct supervision of the OIE Regional Representative for the Americas and in close collaboration with the Communication Department (at OIE Headquarters in Paris).
Job purpose
The Regional Communications Officer optimises awareness of the OIE and understanding of its mandate by ensuring communication around its regional activities, in particular on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). He/she is responsible for developing and implementing regional communication strategies to promote OIE activities, with a specific focus on the EU-AMR project named “Working together to fight antimicrobial resistance”, and in line with the global communication vision. He/she is in charge of producing or coordinating the production of regional communication tools aligned with target groups and raising awareness of both general public and professionals.
Missions and activities
Develop communication strategies in the Americas in line with the OIE global communication vision
- Engage closely with technical teams, at regional and headquarters level, to ensure being fully conversant on the OIE regional mission and activities;
- Engage closely with the colleagues of the Communication Department to ensure alignment with the OIE global communication vision;
- Evaluate communication needs in the region developing communication strategies to cover these needs, identifying target groups, messages, channels and timeframe for implementation, with a particular focus on increasing the visibility of the regional EU-AMR project;
- Contribute to the regional communication budget development and ensure budget follow-up;
- Develop and use key performance indicators to monitor the implementation of the communication activities;
- Provide feedback on achievement of strategic communication objectives and propose changes as relevant;
- Facilitate internal communication between the regional offices and headquarters
- Support the AMR project officer in the elaboration of reports on the progress of the project (technically and financially) and on AMR regional activities.
Deploy various communication media to disseminate core messages
- Define dissemination strategies with a PESO (Paid, Earned, Shared, Owned media) marketing approach, including objectives, timelines, messages and channels;
- Propose and support the design, development and introduction of innovative communication tools and materials for digital distribution (data storytelling, innovative narratives, interactive infographics, etc.);
- Manage and participate in the development of written material on regional activities (stories, social media messages, articles, concept notes, factsheets, leaflets);
- Assess the regional website in terms of readability, visibility and accessibility;
- Keep the content of the regional website updated, in coordination with the regional colleagues, and follow up on technical updates;
- Coordinate joint communication activities with partners at regional level;
- Coordinate expert consultations, facilitate meetings and workshops;
- Coordinate and manage press relations at regional level;
- Participate in the animation of the regional networks to ensure adequate outreach and provide proposals to increase the outreach scope at regional level;
- Develop a regional network of media professionals, bloggers, influencers and journalists, as well as formal media outlets (print and digital) who could help disseminate and support the OIE messages;
- Support beneficiary countries of the EU-AMR project in the implementation of national awareness campaigns;
- Disseminate outcomes and outputs of the EU-AMR project, especially through the World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW);
- Design and implement risk communication capacity building activities;
- Plan and coordinate risk communication capacity building activities for OIE Members in the region, as well as staff members.
Oversee the development of material by external providers
- Develop terms of reference and technical specifications for communication consultants/agencies, in line with the expected budget;
- Contribute to the selection and contracting of external suppliers;
- Define overall project schedule, expected delivery deadlines and milestones;
- Coordinate the technical work realised by the contracted supplier;
- Ensuring budget forecasting, expenditure tracking and progress monitoring;
- Ensure compliance with project deadlines and quality of deliverables;
- Identify the needs and develop/maintain a roster of communication consultants and service providers.
Expériences / Formation
Qualifications and Experience
Required qualifications
- A postgraduate degree or diploma in communications and at least 5 year’s proven experience in the field of communication.
- Experience working internationally or in multi-cultural environment;
- Experience in communication projects management;
- Experience in developing and delivering digital communication products;
Additional experience
- Experience in public health and/or veterinary public health.
- Experience of working in the Americas.
- Experience in Risk Communication
Requirements:
Technical skills
- Excellent command of Spanish and English is required, both written and oral;
- Strong project management skills;
- Excellent editorial skills
- Strong computer skills in a Microsoft environment, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as a good knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
- Familiarity with multimedia production tools (design software, video editing, and other visual digital technology)
- Proficiency in web-based applications (WordPress) and digital platforms (such as Mailchimp, Survey Monkey)
Additional skills
- Knowledge of Portuguese is an asset.
Interpersonal skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written, interpersonal);
- Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relations and the ability to develop synergies and partnerships with key stakeholders and contacts, particularly in the media;
- Demonstrated ability to be highly organised, independent, and a diplomatic professional;
- Capacity to work with multiple team members in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Salaire
- Salary: 1800/2000$ net/month (commensurate with experience
- Duration: Two (2) years
- The post is a full-time position based at Buenos Aires, Argentina. This post requires flexibility to travel internationally and long hours in a seated position at a computer.
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General information
The OIE places high value on a multicultural and positive work environment.
The OIE is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications of all qualified candidates, irrespective of their ethnic origin, gender, opinions, or beliefs.
OIE staff members are international civil servants under the authority of the Director General. They may be assigned to any activity or department of the Organisation.
Women are encouraged to apply.
If you are interested in the position, please complete your application online by 31 May 2021 at the latest by clicking on the link below.