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Global Conferences and Events Outreach Manager Consultant News Editor/Content Manager Consultant

Overview
Reporting to the Head of Global Outreach and Engagement, the Global Conferences and Events Outreach Manager has a knack for organizing impactful, memorable events around the world with flair. From the small details of events to big-picture overviews, like preparing the global communications strategy and budget forecasting each year for conferences and events, the Global Conferences and Events Outreach Manager leads the internal and external communication coordination, events budget management and overall events logistic support, oversees relevant staff and consultants and leads publication/knowledge products dissemination around events. Working closely with the Head of Global Outreach and Engagement, the Global Conferences and Events Outreach Manager will ensure the effective evaluation of CIFOR-ICRAF’s global events in alignment with the overall outreach and communications strategy. The Global Conferences and Events Outreach Manager will work with the Communications, Outreach and Engagement and CIFOR-ICRAF’s scientific staff to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of CIFOR-ICRAF’s overall investment in events, workshops, and conferences through effective planning and evaluation.
Duties and responsibilities
The objective of this role is to lead the planning, budgeting and delivery of CIFOR-ICRAF’s global events in line with the institution’s strategic objectives and ensure all the events goals are met. Key tasks are as follows:Develop and execute a Global Conferences and Events Outreach strategy; including narrative, and key messages in alignment with the editorial calendar and ensure that the timelines and deliverables are met.

Develop and execute full communications plans for each event and including briefs, editorial agenda, talking points and leading on the communications strategy
Liaise with CIFOR-ICRAF scientists to prepare and to assist in drafting concept notes related to CIFOR-ICRAF campaigns, events, online initiatives including events of global significance, Global Landscapes Forum events and regional and thematic events
Provide full events planning, reports and logistical service to CIFOR-ICRAF’s themes and regions and prepare event reports and lessons learnt for knowledge management
Manage consultants and staff involved in CIFOR-ICRAF’s global events and ensure effective coordination with scientists and Communications, Outreach and Engagement
Serve as a focal point, develop and manage relationships with stakeholders and partners and organizations related to conferences
Manage all conference contracts preparation and management
Coordinate the CIFOR-ICRAF’s Events Management System, events webpage and events calendar and conducting research to build a more comprehensive event portfolio for the institution to maximize its impact and influence in the agriculture, forestry sector and beyond
Work closely with fellow CIFOR-ICRAF COE team members on outreach, mainstream and social media campaigns related to the event planning and support scientists and others to promote their research at events, workshops and conferences
Report on event outcomes and metrics for donors, partners and internal use
Coordinate the development of materials for CIFOR-ICRAF staff and partners attending events including exhibitions, publications and other promotional items.

Education, knowledge and experience

A degree in communications or related discipline
At least 5 years experience in global conferences, events planning, logistics and budget management
Experience in coordinating large conferences, involving senior government ministers and managing attendances of more than 1,000 participants
A proven ability to develop communications strategic direction
Ability to travel and flexibility
Fluency in English and working knowledge of other international language is an advantage

Personal attributes and competencies

A great deal of initiative and be capable of working independently as well as in team environments
Strong leadership and a client service approach
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact with people effectively and positively in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment – including CIFOR-ICRAF staff, management and external contractors/suppliers
Exceptional personal organization, planning, priority setting and managing multiple tasks
Ability to work under pressure and a knack for making memorable, impactful events
Sense of humour

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October 29, 2024
Consultant – Strategic Communication Consultant – Guidelines on Wasting (NFS/AHS) Consultant – AMR Pipeline Analysis consultants – Learning Game Developer

Purpose of consultancy
To write, review, provide input to and/or edit specific priority communications materials and reports in support of UNITAID’s strategic communications activities.
Deliverables

Write-up of Unitaid 2022 Annual Report.
Expected by: Q2 2023.
Edit key organizational reports, including but not limited to the Annual Report and the Report of the Executive Director to the Executive Board.
Expected by: Q2 and Q4 2023.
Draft articles, op-eds, statements and speeches.
Develop content for crisis communications.
Write and revise internal and external communications materials, including content for slides.

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages.
Educational Qualifications:
Essential:

Advanced degree in the field of journalism, communications, social science, public health, development or similar field.

Experience
Essential:

Over 10 years of experience in drafting strategic communication documents targeting key external stakeholders, including governance bodies, donors, decision makers, political leaders, diverse partners.
At least 5 years of experience in drafting corporate reports, advocacy documents, and similar communications products.
At least 5 years of experience in drafting articles, op-eds, online content and/or content for social media.
Demonstrated track record in developing strategic communications for senior leaders, crisis communications.
Experience distiling complex technical topics into relatable content for broad audiences, particularly in the area of public health.
Experience analyzing and interpreting data and articulating related key findings in accessible communications products.

Skills/knowledge
Essential:

Excellent written communication skills in English, with the ability to distil technical subjects in clear and accessible language for diverse target audiences.
Strong understanding of global health, in particular in the areas of HIV, tuberculosis, malaria, reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health and global health pandemic response.
Excellent organizational skills and project management experience.
Demonstrated understanding of Unitaid’s strategy and business model.

Closing Date: Mar 27, 2023

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October 29, 2024
Consultant- Communications Consultant – Scientific Writer

Purpose of consultancy
To provide technical expertise to enable the EYE Strategy to renew attention to yellow fever at all levels by disseminating advocacy and communication materials more broadly at global level, in Africa and in Latin America.
Deliverables:

Organize and harmonize all global YF communications tasks in conjunction and interaction with EXT/DCO department for a regional event of the EYE Strategy to introduce the roadmap for countries in Latin America and prepare any relevant events.
Plan and execute the global communications needs for the 2023 face-to-face annual EYE partners meeting and support preparations as follows:

Pre-recorded videos for the Annual EYE Partners meeting and regional events.
Event management for the Annual EYE Partners meeting.
Guide event preparations.
Event facilitation/management.
Coaching of presenters.

Disseminate developed EYE podcasts and the EYE website broadly (e.g., through social media, partners’ web sites, WHO announcements etc) through targeted communication in liaison with WHO regional communication officers and EYE partners, existing and new to be actively sought.
Develop target track-keeping record and indicators to monitor quantitatively access to communication products (e.g. Downloads/unique visitors/clicks) in order to inform future dissemination efforts at global level and regional level (Africa and Latin America).
Update EYE communication strategy defining list of partners and their role in supporting communication on the EYE Strategy for the period 2024-2026 and to address comments made by Midterm evaluation.
Produce 11 monthly newsletters presenting activities related to the EYE Strategy and 1 x Annual Highlights.
Co-ordinate press activity, including responses to journalists and writing press releases.
Update the 2023 calendar with all key events and opportunities for engagement and showcase of EYE work.
Create a Dashboard with communication-related indicators and list of entities relaying communication products, updated every two months.

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages.
Educational Qualifications:
Essential:

First university degree in Communications, Media, Journalism or related field.

Experience
Essential:

At least five years of relevant experience in Communications and Media for vaccine-preventable diseases, humanitarian, government or public health related field.
At least five years of relevant experience related to humanitarian or public health communications or government.

Desirable:

Experience with WHO, UN agencies, US CDC or a health cluster member organization.
Working experience for the EYE Strategy.
Working experience related to humanitarian/charity or public health communications.

Skills

Strong organizational knowledge of advocacy, communications, resource mobilization.
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team in multiple locations.
Good understanding of the work of UN agencies and the practical considerations of communications outreach to different audiences.
Good communication and presentation skills.
General knowledge of Viral Haemorrhagic Fevers and/or arboviral diseases.

Languages required:
Essential:

Expert knowledge of English.
Intermediate knowledge of French or Spanish.

Closing Date: Feb 8, 2023

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October 29, 2024
Videography Consultant

The Consultant Will Be Responsible For
Videography

Research on Agri-Food initiatives in UNEP TEEB partner countries in consultation with UNEP TEEB Communications Specialist
Production of video (script writing, videography, editing, audio balancing, sub-titling, format exporting, archiving raw and edited work etc.) according to UNEP standards. All videos produced must be of the highest quality to adequately represent the organization. The optimal standards are: 1080 25p/1080 29.97p or 30p. All material should be shot in 16:9, HD 1080. The consultant shall use his/her own HD quality video camera, sound equipment and professional editing software
Edit the footage in line with the script agreed and approved by UNEP TEEB focal person and produce a professional quality package / report / PSA of broadcast quality
Record and edit narration / voice over where needed in according with guidance from relevant UNEP TEEB focal person
Embed sub-titles in the video as per need
Audio balance the final product and convert it in formats for use on TV, radio, web
Clearly identify location, name and age of interviewees, quotes and any relevant details
Include appropriate UNEP TEEB branding and visual standards, crediting of UNEP TEEB ownership for the produced videos
Archive the edited output in DV and DVD format along with professional log.

Qualifications/special Skills

Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent) in Videography, Multimedia, Environmental Studies or related areas is required. A first university degree with a combination of two (2) years professional and academic qualifications may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. Knowledge of video/audio editing tools is required.
Experience in documenting agricultural practices; conservation efforts and biodiversity is desirable
Previous work with UN System or International Organizations/NGOs is required.

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October 29, 2024
Digital Marketing Consultant

Roles and Rights
The consultant is expected to hand over all the resultant outputs from the consultancy to the one2oneteam; the consultant is also expected to train the one2one digital marketing teamon the resultantmarketing strategy to ensure continuity and smooth handover.
Requirements

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in either Public Relations, Communications, BBIT, or Marketing, (forthe lead consultant, if a firm). A Master’s degree is an advantage.
Minimum of five years of experience as a digital marketing consultant/firm
Experience in social impact-focused marketing and behaviour change
Knowledge of Google Analytics and Google Ads Knowledge of data and performance analysis
Knowledge of all relevant social media platforms and digital marketing tools
Analytic and problem-solving skill

We invite interested individuals to submit the following application documents. Note that thisassignment shall follow an Agile Project Management systemPersons/companies who meet the above requirements and are interested in carrying out theassignment are requested to send a soft copy of their proposal with the subject ‘Consultant for Digital marketing for one2one™ to: recruitment@lvcthealth.org on or before 31st January 2023

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recruitment@lvcthealth.org

October 29, 2024
Consultant – Visual Designer Consultants – Process and Platform Management Consultant – Surveillance Data Management and Analysis Consultant – Regulatory Systems Strengthening Consultant – Health of Trans and Gender Diverse People Consultant – Knowledge Translation in Maternal and Newborn Health and Well-being

Purpose of consultancy
To deliver the visual identity for the WHO Academy. The consultant will apply this visual identity across several WHO Academy digital products like the online learning programmes, web sites or communication material.
Deliverables:
Deliverable 1: Visual Design direction for Marketing & Communication products.
Objective 1: Generate a visual identity for the WHO Academy.

Output 1.1: Visual designs for marketing/communications products for the Academy, including but not limited to brochures, information sheets, slide presentation templates, reports and newsletters.

Deliverable 2: Consistent Visual Design direction for Digital Learning products.
Objective 2: Design visual themes across learning programmes which meet the WHO Academy brand and promote a consistent user experience.

Output 2.1: Organize briefing sessions with Learning Designers and Game Designers to collect visual needs.
Output 2.2: Generate iterative visual design themes for learning programmes. The iterative process will allow Learning Designers and SMEs to deliver feedback and generate adjusted versions of the themes.

Objective 3: Provide direction to learning production partners to implement visual themes.

Output 3.1: Organize guidance sessions on the use of visual themes in digital learning products. The sessions will be organized with production partners (agencies) for them to implement the visual style in digital learning products.
Output 3.2: Organize and attend meetings with learning production vendors to adjust visual design in learning products.
Output 3.3: Define quality criteria related to visual design in learning production. These criteria will be included the global Quality Checklist used by WHO Academy Quality department.

Objective 4: Create graphics, templates, and Interface designs for learning programmes.

Output 4.1: Create graphics and basic visual elements to support current learning programmes. This can include (but not limited to): visual banners for the Learning Experience Platform, simple avatars for e-learning, first set of icons, game interface elements, example graphics, tables and charts, etc.
Output 4.2: Create templates and interface designs for learning programmes and any related games, as well as templates and interface designs to use across programmes.

Deliverable 3: Framework for a library of learning media assets.
Objective 5: Develop and structure a library of media assets.

Output 5.1: Select the appropriate tool for hosting a library of media assets for the WHO Academy.
Output 5.2: Establish the structure and the way of functioning of the media assets library.
Output 5.3: Ensure appropriate access to the library for the relevant designers and stakeholders. Continuously improve performances of the library ie. querying/searching, classifying, tagging, updating or archiving of assets.
Output 5.4: Create graphics samples to include in the media library.
Output 5.5: Provide guidance to learning designers, game designers and learning developers with the acquisition of images to use in programmes.

Qualifications, experience, skills and languages.
Educational Qualifications:
Essential:

First level University degree in one of the following fields :
Communication, branding, advertisement, Digital illustration, visual design, or audiovisual field, Multimedia, video production, art designer or any related field.

Experience
Essential:

5 to 10 years of relevant experience in visual design, visual identity or art direction.
Experience with creative design.
Digital experience and delivery using industry standards such as project management.

Desirable:

Past experience in Health sector.
Experience in Project Management.
Experience in Learning Production and/or Educational Media development.
Experience in implementing learning solutions in LMIC.
Experience with interactive media and gaming.
Experience in working on digital learning projects.
Experience in international organizations.

Skills

Ability to deliver and achieve results.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Ability to work harmoniously as a member of a team, adapt to diverse educational and cultural backgrounds and maintain a high standard of professional conduct.
Ability working with multiple stakeholders in a diverse environment (different time zones, countries/regions, languages, etc.).

Closing Date : Jan 2, 2023

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October 29, 2024
International consultancy – Content Development and Editor, Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office

Goal and Objective:
High quality proposals and reports developed which will enable engagement with public and private sector partners on priority areas and support resource mobilization. Enhanced partnerships knowledge management system developed to serve country offices and regional teams and contribute to quality of proposals, reports, visibility and recognition of partners.
Provide details/reference to AWP areas covered:
Dedicated support to prioritized COs and regional teams on resource mobilisation through the development of high-quality proposal and reports. Enhancement of the knowledge management system for partnerships in the region.
Activities and Tasks:
The consultant will work under direct supervision of the Partnerships Officer and will close coordinate with regional and country teams on the priorities identified, review of existing content at the global, regional and country level. The consultant will also closely work and engage with PPD and PFP in developing enhanced knowledge management system.
The following workplan detail specific deliverables:

Contribute to the development of donor content for the key priority country offices and regional teams. This includes identifying partnership entry points through the gathering of financial and political intelligence of donors and matching it with UNICEF priorities with focus on quality flexible funding.
In consultation with regional and country teams, develop a donor visibility and recognition guidance and tools for ESAR, with focus on public and private sector.
Work with communication colleagues to bring more visibility and recognition to donors, especially those engaged at the regional level.
In coordination with PPP and regional teams, provide technical support to prioritized Country Offices in the development of resource mobilization documents, and provide guidance on quality donor reporting, recognition and visibility, etc as needed.
Conduct surveys with the respective regional country offices and regional colleagues on the needs and gaps when it comes to partnerships.
In consultation with regional and country team, enhance partnership knowledge management platform which will be easily maintained and functional.
As part of enhancement of knowledge management system, ensure timely collection and dissemination of partner intelligence and mapping on a continuous basis to guide resource mobilization and partnership priorities and discussions with relevant partners.
Provide surge support to countries as needed.
Perform other duties as required.

Desired Competencies, technical background and experience

University degree in communication/international development or similar field.
Proven experience in drafting high quality donor related communication material in line with the UNICEF writing style, branding, and reporting guidelines.
Excellent writing and analytical skills, with a proven ability to absorb, analyze and synthesize a large amount of qualitative and quantitative information in a short amount of time.
Knowledge of the Eastern and Southern Africa regional context is highly desired.
Previous experience with UN resource mobilization, donor reports and proposal writing is an asset.

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jobs.unicef.org

October 29, 2024
Consultancy for Documenting and Communicating Key Successes of NPI EXPAND in Kenya

Project Overview And Role
The purpose of this request for applications is to solicit for a communication specialist to support the NPI EXPAND Kenya in documenting and communicating key successes and lessons learnt. The work will be undertaken in Narok county.
The Specific Tasks For This Assignment Are To
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide technical support to NPI EXPAND Kenya (including grantees) in identifying key activities for documentation and the various ways that the information can be documented e.g., articles, blogposts, case studies and infographics.
Support grantees to map specific platforms and networks in which they will share their success stories.
Prepare tools and formats that will be used by grantees to document the successes of the project.
Produce communication materials that depict different successes of the work of different grantees. This includes articles, photographs, case studies, blogs, and infographics.
Support documentation of the learning questions
Develop a quarterly bulletin for the project for sharing with both internal and external stakeholders.
Train and mentor, the grantees on how to capture and document success stories for sharing in their respective communication platforms and with other stakeholders.
Organize media coverage for key health days e.g., the world contraception day, menstrual hygiene day.

Expected Outputs

An inception report that will include:
Areas identified for documentation based on the project objectives, donor interest and grantee workplans
The agreed ways that the information will be documented
Tools, templates/formats that will be used for documentation/collection of information by the grantees
A training/mentorship report on building the capacity of grantees on documenting success stories
A variety of communication materials – articles, photographs, case studies, blogs, and infographics to communicate project successes
Quarterly bulletins with success stories on thematic areas identified in consultation with the SBCC consultant
Three (3) learning questions documented in form of a case study/brief/abstract

Required Qualifications
To be considered for this assignment, the applicants must meet the following minimum eligibility requirements:

At least 7 years of experience with excellent writing skills, professional journalism background or serving as a communications person or an NGO or international development organization would be desirable.
Ability to identify, analyse and package high impact success for documentation
Skills and experience in high quality photography
High level production and editorial skills
Ability to train and mentor individuals and institutions on writing success stories
Ability and flexibility to work with multiple stakeholders in executing similar assignments. This will include other consultants, grantees, and the project team members
In-depth understanding and consciousness of gender and culturally sensitive communication
Demonstrated experience of documenting and communicating family planning, maternal health, or sexual reproductive health issues in Kenya or in a similar context is an added advantage

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palladium.csod.com

October 29, 2024
Junior Consultant – Digital communication & Graphic design Internship Opportunity – Procurement

Job Description
To enhance the communication activities of NEADAP in East Africa, SNV seeks an all-round communications professional who will support communication activities (including use of social media), photography, videography, graphic design and knowledge management activities.
More specifically, the Communications Junior Consultant is expected to join the communication team and support graphic design tasks while providing support to NEADAP partnership with the following specific activities:

Co-develop a practical communication strategy for NEADAP
Newsletter composition and editing
Creation of posts related to product activities (examples: manure pilots, stakeholder meeting on forage seeds, agri-contracting etc.)
Promotion of knowledge products from running projects (Solidaridad TZ, SNV TIDE, BRIDGE, ICSIAPL, ISLA, Agriterra) for publishing on social media or Netherlands Food Partnership (NFP) website
Record short interviews during field visits
Social media updating
Assist on reporting of meetings (internally and external summaries)
Assist product leads with creation of PowerPoints, reports, mainly focusing on the house style of NEADAP
Development of publications and publicity materials based on SNV and NEADAP brand guidelines

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Digital media or related field
Previous appointment in a development organisation with related experience in marketing or communications is a plus
Additional training in Graphic design is desirable
Mastery of use of Graphic Design software for production of publications and publicity materials
Mastery of English language (verbal and written)
Good proofreading and writing skills
Extensive knowledge of use and management of social media channels for corporates
Creative, solutions-oriented and a real team player
Self-motivated, good organizational skills, detail-oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
Willing to learn new things or take direction and comes up with new ideas or solutions on how to improve the team

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October 29, 2024
Editor Individual Consultant – Annual Report

Tentative Duration: 10 Working Days
Work Type: Consultancy (Home – Based/Onsite)
Background
Columbia Global Center Nairobi in Eastern and Southern Africa (CGC | Nairobi), established in Kenya on 12 May 2011, is part of Columbia University’s global network of centers, aiming to create research opportunities, scholarship, and teaching worldwide. Our Center serves as a regional hub for research and collaboration as part of Columbia University’s strategy to achieve a global presence and links the continent to Columbia’s scientific rigor, technological innovation, and academic leadership. The Center provides Columbia students and academics with a base to conduct research in and for Africa. There are currently nine Columbia Global Centers operating in Amman, Beijing, Mumbai, Paris, Istanbul, Nairobi, Santiago, Tunis, and Rio de Janeiro. Our programs have three core components: Research, Education, and Public Engagement. The thematic areas of focus include:

Business Empowerment
Creative and Liberal Arts
Education and Knowledge
Health Initiatives
Refugees and Migration
Climate Change

At the Center, we aim to:
Enable the highest levels of knowledge and learning in and for Africa.
Create a hub for global curriculum and scholarly outreach in the region.
Link the academic pursuits of the Global Center to Columbia’s main campus and around the world.
Advance Columbia’s vision of producing 21st-century global citizens.
Objective(s)
The Center is in the process of preparing its 2021-2022 annual report and requires an external editor to proofread, refine, and objectively provide feedback on the content created. Special emphasis is required in editing the draft report (70 pages in estimate) while ensuring the content is comprehensible, concise, and maintains its intended meaning. Thus, the Center seeks to engage a dynamic and highly skilled consultant in the role of a report editor to support its 2021-2022 Annual Report. Under the Communication Officer’s supervision, the consultant will be responsible for editing and finalizing the Annual Report in the given timeframe.
Specific Tasks to be Completed to Achieve the Objectives:

Initial briefings at Center offices, follow up, and Q&A
Editorial work
Revision, writing and re-writing of the submitted draft report (70 pages approximate).
Suggestions for additional text, data, and graphics.
Liaison with 2021 annual report committee for approval of text changes.
Original writing where necessary to fill gaps and required changes on the existing content made.
Liaison with the designer during the layout stage.
Final edit
Collaboration with the designer on finalizing report text in the layout.
Submission of the completed report
Approved text by the Director and Communications Officer.
Approved text received by graphic designer.

Qualifications and Special Knowledge/Experience Required and Desirable for Undertaking the Assignment
Qualifications and Experience:

Degree in Communications, Journalism, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Social Sciences, or a related field.
At least two years of relevant professional experience.
Proven experience in report writing demonstrated through at least two samples.
Experience in producing corporate products.
Previous experience in copy-editing will be an asset.
Familiarity with report writing requirements.
Competencies
Excellent writing skills in English.
High proficiency in the use of Word and Excel applications.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate and work with diverse people.
Capacity to start the work immediately and finish within the required timelines

Duration of the consultancy:
Over seven (7) days, the consultant is expected to carry out the assignment between 16th May –27th May 2022
Supervision Arrangements
The Communication Officer will supervise the individual consultant and work closely with the 2021-2022 Annual Report Planning team.
Traveling to CGC | Nairobi may form part of the consultancy.

Provide a cover letter (2 pages max) detailing how you will carry out the work. Include a CV, sample of work (at least 2), and financial proposal. Submit the documents by 2nd May 2022 to nairobi.cgc@columbia.edu.

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nairobi.cgc@columbia.edu

October 29, 2024