Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Job - Public Information And Outreach Advisor

Public Information And Outreach Advisor

Location :Dili, Timor Leste

Application Deadline :16-Aug-11

Additional CategoryDemocratic Governance

Type of Contract :Individual Contract

Post Level :International Consultant

Languages Required :
English Portuguese

Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start)01-Sep-2011

Duration of Initial Contract :4 Months

Expected Duration of Assignment :4 Months

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Background

The Justice System Programme (JSP) in Timor-Leste is a comprehensive support initiative for the justice sector, headed by the Council of Coordination (CoC) which comprises of the Chief Justice, Minister of Justice and Prosecutor-General. The Programme aims to strengthen the institutional capacity of the Courts, Prosecution, and the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the subsidiary organs (Legal Training Center, Prison Service, Public Defender’s Office) to enable the fair and effective administration of justice for the citizens of Timor-Leste.

The JSP is managed by a Senior Justice Advisor/Programme Manager. It has five Programme Support Units (Capacity Development, Access to Justice, Decentralization, Prosecution Support and Corrections Support). The primary role of the Public Information and Outreach Advisor will be to support the Justice System Programme in the area of Access to Justice; and to support the Ministry of Justice’s National Directorate for Human Rights and Citizenship (DNDHC).

The Advisor will report to the JSP Access to Justice Policy Specialist and to the national counterpart, the Director of the DNDHC in the MoJ.


Duties and Responsibilities

In support of the JSP:
  • Work with community radio stations in relevant districts (primarily Baucau, Suai and Oé-cusse) to provide citizen information on accessing the justice sector.
  • Design, produce and distribute a quarterly newsletter on JSP programme activities.
  • Produce and distribute press releases related to JSP activities.
  • Develop promotional materials in support of access to justice – brochures, posters, stickers and other public information materials
  • Update the JSP website, with news stories and background information, relevant public documents and information on ongoing activities and events.
  • Input into the production of key advocacy materials for the UNDP Country Office, including the JOC, Briefing Kits, etc.
  • As required, organize events, launches and press conferences.

In support of the national counterpart, the DNDHC Director:
  • Assist in the production of communication products for public outreach, including brochures, posters, stickers and other materials; and in the production of the MoJ magazine, which DNDHC produce.
  • Assist with the MoJ’s sub-district public outreach program including:
  • donor liaison and support
  • assisting the DNDHC’s head of media to produce and prepare public outreach materials for these sessions
  • assisting the DNDHC’s head of media to coordinate media coverage of these visits.

    OUTPUTS/DELIVERABLES:
    • High quality communication products for access to justice and for the DNDHC
    • Community radio programs on the justice sector broadcast in jurisdictions of Suai, Oé-cusse and Baucau
    • Improved skill and capacity within DNDHC regarding public outreach materials


    Competencies

    • Able to produce high quality communication products.
    • Good knowledge and understanding of the judiciary sector in a civil-law country.
    • Strong drafting and editing skills.
    • Able to plan, organize and coordinate production of printed and electronic media.
    • Able to work with national counterparts for capacity building and with heads of national justice institutions for liaison.
    • Solid written and spoken skills required in English.
    • Language skills in Portuguese and/or Tetum is required.
    • Strong skills in the use of computers for word processing, spreadsheets, database and common
    • business Internet usage.
    • Knowledge of web/desktop publishing.
    • Strong cultural sensitivity and ability to work in multi-cultural environments.
    • Able to communicate effectively with government officials.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relations with sensitivity and respect for cultural diversity.


    Required Skills and Experience

    • Undergraduate degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or Social Sciences.
    • Advanced degree or Master highly regarded.
    • Five years of relevant international experience in journalism, communications, media, public relations.
    • Experience in providing capacity building for government officials.

    OTHER DESIRED ATTRIBUTES:
    • Willingness and ability to travel to the districts of Timor-Leste.

    UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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