General
Description of assignment title: Communications andPartnership Officer
Assignment country: Seychelles
Duty stations: Port Victoria
Work location: On UN premises
Expected start date: 08/01/2026
Duration: 12 months(with possibility ofextension)Long-term benefits and allowances
Sustainable Development Goal: 3. Good health andwell-being
Host entity: WHO
Modality: Onsite
Type: National
Volunteer category: Specialist UCoS from Apr2026
Work schedule: Full-time
Number of Assignments: 1
Details
Mission and objectives:
- In Seychelles, the United Nations has set up a StrategicPartnership Framework with the Government to plan for andcoordinate the implementation of UN activities in support ofSeychelles' development priorities within the long-term objectivesof realizing the sustainable development goals, as well as meetinginternationally agreed commitments and obligations.
- WHO Country Office programming is in the process of transitionas together with MoH, the Country Cooperation Strategy (2016 -2021) is to be evaluated and a new one developed. This will informthe work of WHO in Seychelles. Work which goes beyond healthemergencies to ensure support to MoH in attaining and maintainingequal access to Universal Health Coverage, and further promoteswellness and better health.
Context:
- There is an increasing need to improve communication,documentation of results, and visibility of WHO-supportedactivities in Seychelles.
- Building on previous experience, the Country Office requiresdedicated support to ensure consistent messaging, timelydissemination of information, and stronger engagement withpartners, media, and the public.
- This assignment provides a structured learning opportunity foran early-career communications professional to develop practicalexperience in health communications within a United Nationssetting, under the close supervision of the WHORepresentative.
Task description:
- Under the direct supervision of the World Health Organization(WHO) Representative (or designated supervisor), the UN Volunteerwill:
- Contribute to the implementation of the WHO Country Officecommunications plan, in coordination with the WHO Regional Officefor Africa (AFRO).
- Manage WHO Seychelles social media platforms (e.g., Facebook,X), including drafting and publishing content in line with WHOguidelines.
- Draft communication materials such as human-interest stories,press releases, newsletters, and web updates.
- Monitor media coverage regularly and prepare summary reportsfor the Country Office.
- Maintain and update the Country Office photo and videodatabase, ensuring proper archiving and accessibility ofmaterials.
- Support documentation of WHO-supported activities, includingfield missions and events.
- Coordinate with external service providers (photographers,videographers, designers) for the production of communicationmaterials.
- Support the organization of public events, includingcoordination with partners and media engagement.
- Contribute to joint communication initiatives with UN agenciesand the Ministry of Health.
- Support preparation of reports, briefs, and other visibilitymaterials.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by thesupervisor.
Eligibility criteria
Age: 18 - 80
Required experience: 3 years
Nationality: Candidate must be a national, legal residentor hold refugee status in the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience:
- 3 years
Languages:
- English, Level: Fluent, Required
- French, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Required education level:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, journalism, media, publicrelations, or related fields.
Competencies and values:
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creativity
- Planning and organizing
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Communication and interpersonal skills
Skills and experience:
- Mandatory:
- Experience in communications, media, public relations, oradvocacy.
- Strong writing, editing, and reporting skills.
- Experience managing social media and digital communicationplatforms.
- Ability to produce clear and engaging communicationmaterials.
- Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to meetdeadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools.
- Desirable:
- Experience in the public health or development sector or UnitedNations (UN) settings.
- Experience in multimedia content creation (graphics, photos,videos).
- Familiarity with communication for development approaches.
- Skills in photography, video, or basic graphic design.
- Applicants who do not fully meet the minimum professionalexperience requirements for a UN Volunteer 'Specialist' assignmentare still encouraged to apply; if selected, they may be recruitedunder the Conditions of Service applicable to UN Volunteer'Associate' assignments.
Area(s) of expertise:
- Communication, advocacy, public information
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