UNFPA BIH NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL ADVOCACY EXPERT

Qualifications and Experience:

Education:

   -University degree in the field of communications, journalism, public relations, social science or other related field.

Work Experience:

   -Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in advocacy, journalism, communications, public relations or
    related fields.
  -Experience in developing advocacy and communication plans and working with issues related to SGBV is a significant advantage.

Skills and knowledge areas:

  -The incumbent should display a keen awareness and understanding of media and the political terrain in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the
   region;
  -Strong background in the field of advocacy, communications and public information and ability to conceptualize and design an Advocacy
   Strategy;
  -Sound knowledge of problems and critical needs of survivors of SGBV during war time in BiH and in the region;
  -Show understanding for the sensitive nature of the work involving survivors of SGBV during war time in BiH;
  -Communicates clearly and effectively. Seeks to understand the ideas of others. Helps create an environment for open communication.
  -Delivers oral/written information in a timely, effective and easily understood manner.
  -Ability to function in the UN system.
  -Strong interpersonal communication skills.
  -Excellent writing skills in English language.
  -Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members of different ethnic backgrounds.
  -Fluent in English and BHS Languages

Deadline: 5 January 2012

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