Job Description

UNDP proposes to engage a Project Associate (Media & Documentation) to support the PMU at SC & ST Department, Government of Odisha in preparation and implementation of communication strategies, outreach activities and knowledge management for the department.

The Project Associate (Media & Documentation) will be part of the Project Management Unit and will work under the overall supervision of the PMU State Coordinator and in close collaboration with Programme Lead, Tribal Development, UNDP with functional support from Head of Office, UNDP Odisha. S/He will ensure engagement of all direct stakeholders and delivery of project objectives with other team members when needed..

• Provide support in drafting of articles, press releases, human interest stories and other

advocacy/information materials. * Collaborate closely with the graphic designer/visual content creator or external communication vendors

to create communication products like notices, posters, advertisements, social media content,
newsletters, press releases, brochures, reports, proposals, films, scripts, illustrations etc. * Coordinate with the media by organizing project site visits, facilitate photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.

• Assist in designing tools on awareness creation on the schemes and entitlements.
• Support in upgradation of the video and photograph repository, the use and effectiveness of media

materials. Collate grievances appearing in media clippings (online/ offline) and coordinate with
concerned officers to take necessary action. Maintain a library of media coverage, clippings etc. * Support in reviewing relevant sources of information, such as such as existing literature, government

schemes and documents and relevant regulatory frameworks and documents regarding various schemes being implemented by MoTA and SC & ST Development Department, Government of Odisha. * Provide support in managing all social media handles of the PMU/Department. (Facebook, LinkedIn,

Twitter, Instagram, YouTube). * Assist in organizing cross learning events, knowledge dissemination, capacity building workshops and in

preparation of knowledge products. * Ensure that project contributes to the promotion of gender equality by reaching, involving and benefiting both women and men in its activities (gender mainstreaming).

• The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Institutional Arrangement

Direct Reporting To : PMU State Coordinator, NPSA 8

Overall Reporting To : Programme Lead- Tribal Development, NPSA 9

Reportees to this position (if applicable): Nil

Direct Supervisor is responsible and accountable for supporting in day to day functions, provide work instructions, leave approval, conduct PMDs etc.

Overall Supervisor is usually next in line to Direct Supervisor who manages overall team / unit and provide functional support as and when required and has overall responsibility to manage quality assurance

Competencies

Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Development Knowledge Generation Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge products, relevant for content, or responsive to a stated need
Business Management Communications Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
Business Management Working with Evidence and Data Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making
Communications Digital strategy Ability to plan the use of resources through digital channels to reach and engage target audiences effectively and to achieve particular objectives
Communications Multimedia production Ability to create and combine images, text and audiovisuals to produce multimedia content

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Education requirements

• Secondary education is required.
• A first level university degree (bachelor\'s degree) in Communications, Journalism, Arts, Social Science, Social work, Anthropology, development studies or related field will be given due consideration but is not a requirement.

Min. years of relevant work experience

• Minimum 6 years (with Secondary education) or 3 years (with bachelor\'s degree) of work experience in rural and tribal development sector or relevant related field is required.

Required skills

• Domain knowledge in areas like governance, convergence, tribal affairs, social justice, and social inclusion.
• Ability to use information and communication technology as a tool and resource.
• Experience of maintaining social media handles like Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube etc. is an asset.
• Willingness to travel when required.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

• Experience in Research on social issues/ Tribal\'s schemes and programmes.
• Prior experience in Policy analysis and advocacy.
• Understanding of advance computer skills, analytics and visualization, good knowledge of advance techniques in the field of documentation.
• Professional with knowledge of graphic design will be preferred.
• At least one year of experience of working in government/international agency funded projects is desirable.
• Ability to establish, build, and sustain effective relationships, partnerships, and alliances, advocate effectively, and communicate sensitively

Remuneration starting at INR 9,38,398 (Annual) / INR 78,200 (Monthly) as per the scale depending on qualifications and experience. The remuneration is excluding 8.33% pension amount paid over and above the salary.

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

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