Organization Mission

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific: Subregional Office for South and South-West Asia (ESCAP-SSWA) is the subregional platform to promote regional cooperation for inclusive and sustainable economic and social development in South and South-West Asia.

The SSWA Office bridges the developing and developed countries in the subregion and works with ten member States in the subregion, namely Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Turkey.

APCTT is a regional institution of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) servicing the Asia-Pacific region. APCTT promotes an enabling environment for innovation, transfer and commercialization of technologies in 53 member states and 9 associate members of UNESCAP. All member states and associate members of UNESCAP are de facto members of APCTT.

APCTT”s vision is to enhance regional cooperation for innovation, adoption, diffusion and transfer of innovative and emerging technologies in the Asia-Pacific region for addressing climate change and achieving SDGs. The Centre is engaged in capacity building and technical assistance, knowledge management, policy support, and technological facilitation activities.

Context

APCTT is strengthening its communications for greater outreach to (1) showcase its work and achievements in technology cooperation and transfer for sustainable, equitable and inclusive development in Asia and the Pacific, and (2) ensure effective and accelerated flow of information, successes and comparative technology and learnings among all targeted stakeholders. The Centre currently is also in the process of developing/updating its overall Communication strategy.

In this direction, APCTT would like to hire a UNV with notable communication skills, and experience in developing communication products and supporting outreach activities. S/he will work under the overall supervision of the Head of APCTT and direct supervision of the Programme Officer at APCTT. S/he will of assist APCTT in developing communication products in strengthening the Centre’s communication and outreach activities, and in implementation of its Communication strategy.

Key Responsibilities

The UNV will assist in strengthening the Centre’s communication and outreach activities, and support implementation of the Centre’s communication strategy. Key tasks include:
• Develop communication products including short videos, posters and newsletters and other communication material and products.
• Support programme team in strengthening media and social media outreach, including developing key messages, media stories and content for social media and other outreach channels.
• Support APCTT in website upgradation ensuring that content clearly projects the impact and achievements of the Centre’s activities and adheres to the organizational guidelines.
• Support in developing exhibition related material products as well as active participation and organizing relevant exhibitions.
• Explore and utilise contemporary innovative communication tools, including digital and AI based tools, to showcase activities and enhance visibility. Inform the staff of the new developments in the communication landscape in this regard.
• Strengthen overall outreach in line with organizational branding and messaging guidelines.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience in communications and outreach, design of communication products using various media.
• Experience of working in international organizations or/and with UN and its specialized agencies is highly desirable.
• Ability to convey complex ideas in a creative, clear, direct and lively style.
• Proven knowledge of visual communications principles and fluency with design software.

Core Competencies

• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Communication
• Creativity
• Planning and Organizing
• Professionalism

Living Conditions

The assignment will be based in New Delhi. New Delhi is the capital city of India and experiences a diverse climate and distinct living conditions influenced by its weather, infrastructure, and culture. It is a melting pot of cultures, languages, and cuisines, reflecting the diverse nature of India. Overall, living in Delhi offers a mix of modern urban life with deep-rooted traditions and challenges typical of a large, bustling metropolis.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are covered under the Malicious Acts Insurance Policy (MAIP). National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.

The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to the UN Volunteer is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs.

For more information on entitlements please read the Conditions of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos).