United Nations Development Programme/saudi Nationals Only

Public Relations & Knowledge Management Associate

Under the direct supervision of the DRR and the RR and in close coordination with the members of the Knowledge Performance & Management Unit (KPMU) and the Programme Management Implementation Unit (PMIU), the Public Relations & Knowledge Management Associate is responsible for the provision of support for the implementation of the CO Communication & Media plan and advocacy initiatives, and administering dissemination of information utilizing multimedia tools, as a means of enhancing advocacy, raising awareness, and improving the image of UNDP in the Country.
The PR & Knowledge Management Associate also plays a major role in the KPM Unit which aims at ensuring that knowledge is best circulated and used to better serve the cause of human development.
Summary of Key Functions:

Country Office Advocacy Efforts Coordination
Media, Advocacy and Promotional Material Development
Knowledge Management

1. Country Office Advocacy Efforts Coordination:

• Administer key elements of, and implement UNDP’s communication and advocacy strategies, utilizing multimedia tools including internet, intranet and electronic and printed media
• Propose and implement advocacy activities, initiatives and programmes to promote public awareness of UNDP’s mission & activities, and provide access to publicity materials;
• Maintain close liaison with the Local/ Regional media for advocacy events and the dissemination of UNDP material;
• In consultation with PMIU & BSCU, arrange and facilitate briefings and promotional opportunities
(such as the launching of global, regional and national UNDP reports (i.e. Human Development
Reports)), utilizing the national and international news media;
• Work closely with other UN agencies for the organization of joint UN system media events and advocacy initiatives;
• Produce periodic publications and promotional material/ items that reveal UNDP’s programmes and advocate its functions and targets in Saudi Arabia, and share them with counterparts (i.e.
Newsletters, Brochures, Booklets, Posters, Post Cards, Gift Items, etc.)

2. Public Relations, Media and Communication:

• Assemble, compile, and update information in English and Arabic on the CO website (in close
coordination with the LAN Manager and PMIU);
• Manage and coordinate the arrangements for special events (seminars, workshops, forums, etc.);
• Draft and edit UN/ UNDP- related press releases and other information material or reports, as needed, and share them with media and other counterparts;
• Prepare press kits (including background papers, press releases, CDs, etc.) for media representatives and other guests as hand-outs during events and conferences;
• Maintain records of all CO advocacy activities and events (press clippings, press releases, videos, CDs) and provide inputs for the Communication Office in HQs, the Country Team, the Communications Officers’ Network, RBAS, and MRF;
• Work with National Goodwill Ambassadors to raise awareness among different national and regional audiences on human development issues & the MDGs and to promote and publicize UNDP’s activities (i.e. producing with them TV & Print Ads, inviting them to UN/ UNDP events to raise visibility, and working with them to spread UNDP-related messages, etc.)

3. Knowledge Management:

• Monitor local & regional newspapers for coverage of UNDP initiatives and for latest developments of interest to UNDP staff, file this material, and share it with colleagues and concerned people;
• Develop and update the WIDE Expert Roster Management Desktop in coordination with PMIU and under the supervision of SURF-AS;
• Develop and maintain a database of all UNDP counterparts for regular communications and invitations to events;
• Share with UNDP colleagues different publications & material that could enhance their knowledge and serve their work in the field of development;
• Record lessons learned and share them with colleagues through UNDP’s global network groups;
• Compose & prepare analytical reports covering certain launches, awareness activities, and events to be shared with the Communication Office in HQs, RBAS, and other units;
• Monitor some Balanced Scorecard indicators (mainly: “website updated”, “learning programme
participation”, “knowledge sharing”, and “knowledge network participation”), and share the results with colleagues to maintain “Green” performance fields;
• Organize periodic events for sharing knowledge

The ideal candidates will have obtained a first University degree, preferably in Journalism, Commercial Sciences, Communication/Public Relations or related field of study ; At least 5 years of relevant experience conducting similar tasks; Work experience and knowledge of UN rules and regulations desirable; Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling web-based management systems (such as Peoplesoft); Fluent in spoken and written Arabic and English; Team player, client orientation and accountability, and good knowledge of UNDP’s policies and procedures is an advantage.

The initial duration of the assignment will be 2 years, with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds/ need.


How to apply: Kindly send your application (CV & Covering letter) with reference to the post title to [email protected] or by fax to 01-4885309. Kindly note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

Closing date for receiving applications is 25 November 2008