Communication Assistant, Cairo

Organizational Setting

The main aim of the FAO Country Offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments in developing policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and nutrition and reduce hunger and malnutrition, promote sustainable agricultural development, reduce rural poverty, develop inclusive agri-food systems and strengthen livelihood resilience in line with the Organization’s Strategic Objectives and United Nations’ global and Government of Egypt’s national Sustainable Development Goals.

Reporting Lines

The Communication Assistant will work in close collaboration with FAOEG, RNE Communications, Office of Communications (OCC) branches and relevant communication focal points and under the overall supervision of the OIC FAO Representative in Egypt with the guidance of the Communication Expert at FAO Egypt.

Technical Focus

The incumbent will contribute substantially to writing outputs required by the Projects namely documenting project Success Stories.

Tasks and responsibilities

•     Document compelling success stories showcasing the impact of projects on beneficiaries.
•     Conduct interviews with beneficiaries, project staff, and other stakeholders.
•     Develop success stories in engaging narratives, suitable for various platforms (website, social media, newsletters, reports).
•     Collect photos to accompany success stories, where possible (or liaise with FAO’s photographer/videographer).
•     Perform any other related duties.

FAO Standards and guidelines:

•     Liaison with OCC will be maintained, either directly or through RNE focal point/coordinator, to ensure compliance with OCC standards, aligned messaging, and appropriate review and clearance processes. 
•    All communication materials will follow FAO clearance processes and comply with FAO standards, including: 
FAO Strategic Framework 2022-31:
FAO social media policy and guidelines:
Social Media Branding Guidelines:
FAOSTYLE
FAO terminology
FAO Names of Countries
Story guidelines, Story template, UN map standards, FAO logo policy and related branding guidelines (available to staff).   
•    Further guidance regarding FAO communications, policies and procedures can be found through the FAO intranet, OCC section.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements  

•     University degree in in Digital Media, Communications, Journalism or related subjects;
•     Seven years of relevant professional experience in Journalism or Communication or advocacy in programmes and projects;
•     Working knowledge (level C) of Arabic and limited knowledge (level B) of English;
•     National of Egypt or national of the country of assignment with valid work permit

FAO Core Competencies

•     Results Focus
•     Teamwork
•     Communication
•     Building Effective Relationships
•     Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement