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The G20's "Global Initiative on Reducing Land Degradation and Enhancing Conservation of Terrestrial Habitats" has a global scope, intending to engage all regions. Recognizing the strategic importance of social media as an influential medium within the Arab world, the Initiative Coordination Office housed at the UNCCD is seeking a communications expert to support our outreach in the Arab Region. This individual will not only be instrumental in raising awareness around the Initiative and its objectives but will also actively contribute to heightening awareness on critical land issues among the target audience.
Objectives of consultancy include: • Enhanced engagement and outreach to Arabic-speaking audiences on X platform. • Increase awareness of the GLI team on X and Cultural Awareness. • Capacity Building in the Arab Region. • A number of good events during CoP16
Under the supervision of the Policy Officer and in close coordination with the communication team, the incumbent will support the GLI team: • Prepare a background document on “Land Degradation and Land Restoration in the Arab Region” indicating key issues, initiatives and institutions active in the Arabic speaking region • Continue to create content for X Platform of GLI, in coordination with the Communication team and increase its reach in the Arabic speaking region • Collaborate with graphic designers to create visually appealing infographics and video content in Arabic. • Support with review of communication materials produced by GLI in Arabic. • Develop and deliver two trainings (a) Optimizing use of X Platform and (b) Cultural Awareness in the Arab Region. • Support the Implementation of the Training Programme on Biosaline Agriculture for Arabic Region. • Support with development and implementation of side events for CoP16, including developing flyers and moderating sessions. • Perform any other related duties
Requirements ➢ Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Environment Science, Political Science, or related field. ➢ Minimum of 5 years in social media management, preferably targeting Arabic-speaking audiences. ➢ Previous experience in preparing layouts in Arabic is required. ➢ Proven track record in community growth and engagement. ➢ Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Arabic languages are required. ➢ Strong understanding of the Middle Eastern and North African socio-cultural contexts. ➢ Proficient in social media analytics tools. ➢ Familiarity with the objectives and goals of UNCCD. ➢ Fluency in both English and Arabic languages, both oral and written, is required