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Audiovisual Content Production Consultant (national) to support advocacy for the mitigation of negative socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19
TOR Reference Number: TOR/2020/14
Background
Given the unfolding socioeconomic impact of COVID-19 on the life of Maldivian families and children, UNICEF is keen to support the national partners with the mitigation of these effects and to ensure the sustainability of the developmental gains Maldives achieved over the years.
Purpose and Objectives
The overall objective of the assignment is to coordinate the production of audiovisual content by UNICEF to advocate for the mitigation of negative socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19 on the different segments of the population with focus on children and the disadvantaged.
Major tasks of the assignment
- In consultation with the program team and management, develop a costed, audiovisual content production plan (content such as 12 videos, internet-based shows, TV shows, radio shows, drama series),
- Support all aspects of the audiovisual production including and not limited to concept design, copywriting, copy editing of captions/text on videos, liaising with TV/Radio station producers and overseeing the production of content together,
- Identify potential audiovisual content producers for UNICEF to hire,
- Prepare regular reports on the details of the products in development/developed with the program team and management.
Deliverables
- A costed audiovisual content production plan (delivery within first week of assignment)
- Bi-weekly progress reports focusing on all the inputs provided to major tasks of the assignment.
Duration of assignment: An initial two months, extendable depending on need and funding.
Duty station: Male' / Maldives
Qualifications or specialized knowledge and/or experience required:
- Education: A bachelor's degree in communication or a relevant study area.
- Work experience: a minimum of 5 years of experience in audiovisual production for broadcast and internet media.
- Languages: Proficiency in both English and Dhivehi, oral and written.
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UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
View our competency framework at
http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Deadline for Applications: 14th April 2020, 10:00pm (Maldives time)
Application Link:
https://secure.dc7.pageuppeople.com/apply/671/gateway/Default.aspx?c=app...
Remarks:
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=531122