Chief of English Language Unit/Radio Section, P-4

Under the general guidance of the Chief of Section the incumbent serves as Chief of the English Language Unit. He/She oversees the output of the Unit by providing editorial guidance to the staff, contributing to the production of news and feature content and by evaluating the programming. The Chief of Unit manages the staff by planning and discussing individual work plans and evaluating job performance. He/she closely monitors the activities of the United Nations and related bodies. He/She is also the focal point for promoting and maintaining liaison with broadcasting organizations, and obtains feedback on the use of the programmes produced. Furthermore, the incumbent keeps abreast of production developments, technological innovations and marketing techniques in the broadcast industry and ensures their successful application where relevant. The incumbent will coordinate and oversee the English language radio website and undertake travel on assignment as required.

Competencies

Professionalism - Extensive knowledge of broadcast journalism; knowledge of multimedia platforms and digital editing technology; strong political awareness and the ability to keep abreast of international developments and issues; keen news sense and sound judgment; solid knowledge of the United Nations and the issues on its agenda. Good research and analytical skills; knowledge of the targeted broadcast region. Good on-air presentation. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Planning and organizing - Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Creativity - Actively seeks to improve programmes and services, takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things and promotes and persuades others to do the same. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet clients’ needs. Leadership – Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; empowers others to translate vision into results and serves as a role model; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent), in broadcast journalism/communication, international affairs and/or political science. A first level university degree with a relevant combination of professional training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

Minimum of seven years progressively responsible radio experience, including research, writing, broadcasting and studio work is required. Experience producing and voicing programmes/reports in English is required. Management/supervisory experience required. Experience in international broadcasting is required. Practical experience in radio broadcast journalism with proven written and on-air presentation required; Hands-on practical experience in digital desk-top sound editing, Internet research and electronic posting experience required. Field producing experience in the target broadcast region is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.

Other Skills

Intimate understanding of target areas of broadcasts is desirable; keen awareness of trends and developments in the media markets concerned is desirable.

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.

PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply

All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.

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