The incumbent will perform the following functions:
Provides Kiswahili language website services such as:
Updates content on UNEP Kiswahili website and all UNEP campaign sites;
Ensures relevant content is translated from English to Kiswahili and posted in a timely manner;
Proofreads all content posted on the Kiswahili language website.
Coordinates review of existing Kiswahili -language sections of UNEP website to determine need for revisions.
Provides Kiswahili language social media services such as:
Develops social media strategy and execution plans for Kiswahili-speaking audiences;
Coordinates creation of Kiswahili-language digital boards for campaigns;
Translates content from English to Kiswahili for posting on social media channels;
Maintains UNEP Kiswahili language social media channels;
Posts relevant and timely content on social media channels;
Engages with Kiswahili -speaking audience on social media channels;
Translates different types of content such as press releases, infographics, select publication, stories, campaign related content, etc from English to Kiswahili and makes these available on various channels;
Promotes UNEP’s work and messages to Kiswahili-language stakeholders via support to communications and outreach activities;
Reviews statistics and analytics and adjusts/adapts content strategy to maximize reach;
Participates in other Communication Division activities (training, meetings, workshops);
Qualifications/special skills
Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communication, linguistic studies, translation or related field is required.
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in translating English/ Kiswahili.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English and Kiswahili is required.
Apply via :
careers.un.org
