ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. Its mission is to help achieve the goal of Zero Hunger. Every day, WFP works around the world to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable people, particularly women and children, have access to the nutritious food they need.
The World Food Programme (WFP) has collaborated with the Cuban government since 1963 to strengthen long-standing social protection programs that provide free and universal access to basic services. These efforts have directly benefited 1.3 million people by 2024. The country’s operational landscape is characterized by significant food security and nutrition challenges, and in this context, WFP is working to address growing humanitarian needs, driven by priority and resource constraints, by providing nutrition-sensitive food assistance before, during, and after crises.
WFP strengthens the capacity of the social protection system and facilitates the distribution of nutritious food and nutritional supplements. WFP also strengthens local food systems and links them to social protection institutions. WFP has a strong field presence, with monitors operating in six provinces: Las Tunas, Granma, HolguÃn, Santiago de Cuba, and Villa Clara (the latter recently opened).
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Execute general administrative and in some cases specialized communication processes that support the creation of communication content and the provision of communication services aimed at maintaining and improving the visibility and reputation of the WFP and supporting fundraising activities.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES (indicative and non-exhaustive list)
1. Ensure coordination and provide administrative and specialized services to assist staff in developing, preparing, and executing communication campaigns for target audiences.
2. Oversee and coordinate materials, schedules, facilities, and authorizations, and provide support for special events and video/film, photography, and radio projects.
3. Conduct clearly defined research and prepare reports and provide data that enable informed decision-making.
4. Monitor traditional and social media and communicate relevant information to senior staff to inform the development and/or evaluation of communication activities and strategies.
5. Following specific guidelines, prepare content for traditional and social media platforms and networks, as well as print materials, to enhance coverage and support for WFP activities, ensuring consistency with institutional messaging and standards.
6. Distribute communication guidelines for WFP staff to reference when creating content.
7. Manage and maintain records and databases, such as contact lists for journalists and media outlets, to ensure that information is accurate, organized, and easily accessible to others.
8. Respond to a wide variety of inquiries and support requests, applying standardized processes and obtaining the necessary guidance to ensure timely and accurate resolution of all inquiries.
9. Liaise with WFP staff and the media to harmonize activities and contribute to the effectiveness of the communication approach within WFP.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Write and edit communication content (press releases, articles, newsletters, beneficiary stories, videos), under the supervision of the unit head.
2. Provide logistical and operational support in the organization of events such as press conferences, project launches, institutional fairs, among others.
3. Support the collection of graphic and audiovisual input on the ground, including photography, video, and interviews with beneficiaries, staff, or partners, following WFP’s ethical and visibility guidelines.
MINIMUM STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education: Completion of pre-university education. An additional education certificate, preferably in a field related to Journalism or Social Communication, will be considered.
Experience: Five years of experience in the relevant functional area. Previous experience in the United Nations system will be highly valued.
Languages: Fluency in Spanish. Intermediate English (desirable).
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
Demonstrated ability to implement routine communication techniques and activities in their daily work in accordance with WFP operational standards.
. Experience in helping provide ad hoc orientations to new staff members.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Position: G5 Communications Assistant
Unit: Communication
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Grade: G5
Workplace: Havana, Cuba
Contract duration: 12 months with the possibility of extension based on organizational requirements.
How to apply
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