Head of Communications

UNDP in Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei Darussalam; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international organization is seeking a Communication Unit leader in Malaysia. This role involves strategic planning, team supervision, and external communication management. The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s degree in Communication, significant experience in the field, and fluency in English and Bahasa Melayu. With a focus on impactful outreach strategies, this position offers an opportunity to influence communication practices on a regional scale.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with a master's degree or 7 years with a bachelor's degree.
• Experience in the Asia Pacific region, particularly Malaysia/Singapore/Brunei.
• Fluency in English and Bahasa Melayu required, knowledge of another UN language desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Communication Unit and oversee staff and external consultants.
• Design and implement communication and outreach strategies.
• Manage communications through various channels, including media and social media.

Skills

Public Relations

Advocacy

Communications

Media Engagement

Multimedia Production

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's degree) in Communication or related field

Bachelor's degree in Communication or related field with two years of experience

Tools

Office software packages

Multi-media technologies

Graphic and video production tools

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

Reports directly to the Resident Representative. The incumbent will be leading the Communication Unit and supervising the Communication Analyst, Communication Assistant, Digital Communication Associate and external consultants (translators, videographers assigned to communication related tasks).

• Planning and design of internal and external strategies for communications and outreach
• Lead strategic external communications, media engagement, and public outreach
• Oversee the design and maintenance of the UNDP web site, intranet, CO web-based knowledge management system
• Supports business development

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Communication, International Relations, Public Administration Media Relations, Journalism, Publishing, Media and Cultural Studies, Digital Media and Multimedia Production or any related/relevant field. Or
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the Master’s degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years (with master’s degree) or 7 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience at the national or international level in public relations, advocacy, or communications.
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages, multi-media technologies in creating multimedia content and working with graphic and video production tools.
• Experience operating in the Asia Pacific region specifically experience in Malaysia/Singapore/Brunei context.
• Previous communication experience with multilateral or international organizations.
• Experience in designing and implementing communication and outreach strategies which lead to impactful change.
• Experience in managing communications internally and externally, through media, social media, and other appropriate channels.
• Experience in working with multiple stakeholders including government, donors, media and public.
• Experience in working in a multicultural environment.

Required Languages

• Fluency in English is required.
• Fluency in Bahasa Melayu is required for local staff.
• Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

Deadline: 14 June 2025 (11:59 a.m.)