DIRECTOR, INFORMATION CENTRE
Quick answer
The United Nations is hiring a Senior Director, Information Centre (P-5) in Pretoria, South Africa, to lead strategic communications, manage staff, and support the Resident Coordinator.
- Role
- DIRECTOR, INFORMATION CENTRE
- Organization
- United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Pretoria
- Location
- PRETORIA, South Africa
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Director, Information Centre is responsible for leading the work programme of the centre, managing staff, developing and implementing high-profile multimedia strategic communications campaigns, and providing support to the Resident Coordinator in South Africa.
What you'll do
- Lead, supervise and carry out the work programme of the centre
- Manage, guide, develop and train staff
- Develop and execute high-profile multimedia strategic communications campaigns
- Provide support to the Resident Coordinator in South Africa
- Supervise the development and implementation of a digital content strategy
- Ensure high-quality standards for information dissemination
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in journalism, communication, public information, international relations or related fields
- Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience, including 4 years at the international level
- Experience developing and executing strategic communications, including multimedia campaigns and crisis communications
- Experience in resource administration, including budget preparation, human resources management and conflict management
- Experience supervising an office, unit or section within the United Nations common system or a comparable international organization
- Fluency in English and French, and proficiency in one of Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, or Spanish
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Pretoria, South Africa.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least 10 years of experience, and fluency in English and French, with proficiency in one of Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, or Spanish.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted through the UN recruitment platform, inspira, by clicking on the job opening link provided.
Is the job remote?
The job is based in Pretoria, South Africa, and is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Pretoria's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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