VACANCY NOTICE 005/2023

Advocacy and Communications Officer (AD 7)

All our work shall be driven by commitment and excellence

Department: Strategic Partnerships

Location: Laxenburg, AUSTRIA

Type of Contract: Fixed-term

Application Deadline: 24 March 2023 (15:00 UTC+2)

Languages Required: English

Duration of Initial Contract: 1 year (renewable) with 4 months´ probation period

Expected Start Date: As soon as possible

BACKGROUND

About us

The International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) is an intergovernmental organization with a global constituency as well as a post-secondary educational institution, headquartered in Laxenburg/Vienna. It is the only international organization with a mandate focused solely on fighting corruption through education, research, cooperation, and technical assistance delivery.

IACA strives to complement the UN’s work in the field of sustainable development, incl. through project implementation and provision of technical assistance, and to facilitate the implementation of the UN Convention Against Corruption. We are a pioneering institution that aims to overcome shortcomings in knowledge and practice in the field of anti-corruption and compliance, functioning as a centre of excellence in education, training, networking, and cooperation, as well as academic research. IACA activities benefit public and private sector professionals and practitioners, academics, media professionals, and civil society.

For detailed information on IACA, please visit our website at www.iaca.int.

Remuneration

As an international civil servant, the incumbent will be entitled to an all-inclusive annual salary of 73,771 EUR. An adjusted dependency benefit will be given to staff members with at least one child.?For detailed information on IACA grades and conditions, please consult the Staff Rules of the International Anti-Corruption Academy.??

Applying

If you have related work experience, meet the requirements outlined in the Job Description on the following pages, adhere to our goals and Guiding Principles, and would like to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment, please send a concise CV and cover letter via our job platform, clearly stating the Vacancy Notice number in the subject line, no later than 24 March 2023 (15:00, UTC+2). Please include your contact details as well as the names and contact details of three references. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written exam and an interview.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties and Responsibilities

Within IACA’s organizational structure, the Advocacy and Communication Officer has planning duties in the development and implementation of advocacy and communication as well as marketing strategies. In addition to that, the incumbent supports all sorts of language and

editorial functions by preparing and assisting in the preparation of a range of written materials. To this end, job holder coordinates and cooperates with team members and contributes to the proper workflow, results, and functioning within the team. The Advocacy and Communication Officer reports directly to the Head of Strategic Partnerships Department and is under the overall supervision of the Dean and Executive Secretary of IACA.

The incumbent will perform the following principal duties:

Summary of key functions:

• Provide advice and support to IACA advocacy and assist with developing campaigns;
• Build communications partnerships and media alliances;
• Develop and maintain online outreach and produce information materials for public outreach;
• Liaise closely across IACA departments;
• Manage IACA’s media/press relations.

Provide advice and support to IACA advocacy and promotional campaigns:

• Plan and implement communications components of IACA advocacy and promotional campaigns;
• Provide inputs to advocacy activities and events conceptualized and organized with a view to reaching wider audiences; to that end, develop, compile, and provide concepts and relevant materials.

Build communications partnerships and media alliances:

• Identify and develop new communications partnerships and media alliances to enhance the visibility and cement IACA as a thought-leader; manage and nurture existing partnerships;
• Identify innovative opportunities and new communications tools and platforms which can serve to highlight the work of IACA;
• Develop an inclusive IACA’s Communications Strategy. In collaboration with other departments, coordinate and monitor the implementation process of the Strategy;
• Perform an editorial/proofreading function within the organization, including providing reviews of outgoing documents, and official communications.
• Update the organization’s Style Guide.

Develop and maintain online outreach and produce information materials for public outreach:

• Manage and provide inputs to IACA website and social media accounts in line with the relevant policy guidelines;
• Draft publications, brochures, fact sheets, and impact stories to inform media and general public on the work of IACA;
• Coordinating any necessary procurement procedures for external service providers for video content to produce relevant materials on IACA’s work (if required).

Liaise closely with IACA colleagues and external partners:

• Coordinate the development of IACA advocacy and communications materials, e.g. website content, reports, photographs, video productions etc. to highlight IACA’s initiatives and ensure visibility at the international and regional level;
• Liaise with Communications Officers from UN entities and other international organizations; to that end, represent IACA on the Communications Groups of the UN and other international organizations;
• Support the preparation of documents and records of various IACA bodies, conference reports, and assists senior management in the drafting of institutional papers as requested.

Manage IACA media/press relations:

• Identify opportunities and organize press conferences;
• Facilitate interviews of the Dean and Executive Secretary of IACA with various media outlets;
• Draft press releases;
• Maintain and expand contacts with global and regional media; in this connection, identify the relevant topics, background information, news-related developments, and coverage of interest;
• Provide talking points and other materials as needed to senior staff; respond to media inquiries quickly and effectively.

Occasional work on other tasks, not directly related to the appointment, but where relevant work experience and skills are an asset and/or the immediate shortage of personnel capabilities requires so.

The?incumbent’s?place of employment is at the IACA campus, in a multinational environment.?The incumbent?may also be sent to IACA’s other offices or to those of partners, contractors, or other third parties in Austria or abroad?and?on official missions, as work requires, and thus, must hold valid?international travel documents.?The incumbent?actively contributes to the development and maintenance of the Academy’s distinctive character as a centre of excellence in the field of anti-corruption training and education.??

Recruitment Qualifications:

Education

• Advanced degree (Master´s Degree or equivalent) in communications, journalism, public relations, international relations, social sciences or related fields is required.
• A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in communications, particularly at the international level, including experience in media relations, with proven record of successfully developed and implemented communication strategies/advocacy campaigns/marketing plans, working with appropriate tools and communications technologies, is required;
• Outstanding oral and written communication and editing skills, with proven ability to meet tight deadlines is required;
• Proficiency in managing social media accounts, speechwriting, and written external communication is required;
• A proven track record of drafting engaging and compelling written content ranging from social media posts to long-form articles for both specialist and general readers is required;
• Experience in online outreach and multimedia is required;
• Experience working in an international organization or large development agency is an asset;
• Experience and familiarity with publication production and branding/marketing is an asset;
• Familiarity with the 2030 Agenda, Sustainable Development Goals and/or anti-corruption issues is an asset;
• Familiarity with the UN system is an asset;
• Familiarity with diplomatic language and style is an asset.

Language requirements

• Fluency in English (written and oral) – native speaker or full proficiency;
• Knowledge of one additional UN language and/or German is an asset.

Core Values

• Respect for Diversity
• Integrity
• Professionalism

Competencies

• Excellent communication skills. Communicates sensitively, effectively and creatively across different constituencies;
• Proven networking skills, and ability to generate interest in IACA’s mandate;
• Strong strategic thinker and initiative-taker;
• Very effective at multi-tasking;
• Focuses on impact and results for the client;
• Interacts effectively with all levels of the organization, including senior management;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
• Identifies opportunities and builds strong relationships with clients and partners;
• Demonstrates exceptional ability to remain calm, in control and good humoured even under pressure and tight deadlines.

SPECIAL NOTICE

IACA is committed to the principles of equal opportunities, non-discrimination, gender balance, and geographical distribution, and upholds its Guiding Principles. It is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. We seek to attract the best qualified and most dedicated workforce, meeting the highest standards of professional ability, personal integrity, and social competence, and offer fair and competitive international employment terms and conditions.

The selected candidate is expected to start as soon as possible.

ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• IACA’s selection is final and not subject to review.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Apply at: https://www.iaca.int/get-involved/vacancies-tenders.html