Food and Agriculture Organization
Experience: 5 Years
Skill Required: Media and Communication
Apply By: 07-06-2022
The Liaison Office of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) with the United Nations at Geneva is responsible for the liaison with the Government of Switzerland, the country's civil society and the International Organizations based in Geneva, Switzerland and with other partners based there.
Considering the presence of a large number of international organizations, Members and Non-Governmental Organizations, which provides a significant platform for engagement and partnership with key stakeholders, the Liaison Office i) promotes FAO's contribution to the 2030 Agenda through the 2022-31 Strategic Framework; ii) monitors and informs Geneva-based deliberations to strategically position the Organization in line with its mandate; and iii) champions key thematic issues of importance to FAO, its Members and partners, leveraging key field work, knowledge, data and statistics of the Organization.
The position is located in the Liaison Office with the United Nations in Geneva, Switzerland.
Reporting Lines:
The Communication Officer reports to the Director of the Liaison Office, Geneva, Switzerland working in close collaboration with the Office of Communications (OCC), which is responsible for both external and internal communications of the Organization.
Technical Focus:
Internal and External Strategic Communication, writing, editing, outreach, campaign design and support, planning and coordination of delivery of digital multimedia products, event planning, social media and media outreach.
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