VACANCY NOTICE NO. 5/2009

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) office in Tanzania invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzania nationals to fill the vacant post of Communications Analyst.
Post No: 00045554
Post Title: Communications Analyst
Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointment
Level: ICS.9
SUMMARY OF KEY FUNCTIONS:
Ensures development and implementation of a UNDP CO communication strategy
Public information management and strengthening of external relations
Maximize publicity of UNDP/Delivering as One
Supervision of the UNDP website, intranet, CO web-based knowledge management system
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing within UNDP and with partners
Effective management of the Communications Office and supervision of Communications staff
RECRUITMENT QUALIFICATIONS:
At least Master’s level in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations; or equivalent professional work experience in the communication area, combined with an advanced university degree in a related discipline;
At least two years of directly relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, communications or advocacy;
Previous experience with a multilateral or international organization is helpful but not mandatory;
Extensive experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, good knowledge and experience in handling of web-based management systems;
Fluency in English and Kiswahili.
Mode of application:
The details Terms of Reference are attached herewith. The letter of application, a completed standard UNDP Personal History Form (Form P.11) available from http://www.tz.undp.org/, together with copies of academic certificates and transcripts and currently written CV should be sent to: The Human Resources Unit, UNDP Office, P.O. Box 9182 Dar es Salaam not later than 7 August 2009. The post title must be indicated on the envelope.
Applications should be sent either by post or dropped at UNDP Office.
Only Short-listed applicants will be contacted.