Technical specialists in communication and documentation

Technical specialists in communication and documentation

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The General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) is a regional fisheries management organization established under the provisions of Article XIV of the FAO Constitution. Its main objective is to promote the conservation and sustainable use of living marine resources, as well as the sustainable development of aquaculture in the Mediterranean and the Black Sea.

The GFCM formulates and recommends appropriate measures and ensures these recommendations are implemented; coordinates efforts by countries to effectively manage fisheries and aquaculture; monitors the status of fishery resources and carries out scientific work to support advice and decision‑making; coordinates and benefits from the support of projects and programmes at the regional and subregional levels to enhance scientific cooperation and capacity building among its membership.

To fulfil its mandate, the GFCM collaborates, gathers and shares information with a wide network of institutions and partners. In this context and as its activities bring new projects and fields of work, new products and events need to be properly prepared and promoted. For its ambitious strategies to succeed, the GFCM needs to communicate effectively about its work and its impact to key audiences. Good communication can contribute to obtaining support and participation and securing cooperation between all stakeholders involved.

The posts are either home‑based or located at GFCM headquarters (Via Vittoria Colonna 1, 00193 – Rome, Italy).

Reporting lines

The specialists report to the relevant GFCM officers and to the GFCM Executive Secretary and closely collaborate with relevant GFCM Secretariat staff.

Technical focus

Support communication and outreach to enhance the visibility and efficiency of the GFCM’s work and generate impact through stakeholder engagement.

Available specialist profiles

• Website and design specialist
• Communication specialist
• Multimedia specialist
• Documentation specialist

Communication specialist responsibilities

• Develop communication campaigns, engaging with GFCM membership, partners and donors, including at international fora and events
• Draft engaging contents (press releases, storyboards and social media posts), while navigating political sensitivities
• Identify human interest stories, success stories, facts and figures and media contacts
• Engage with partners to ensure optimal coverage of GFCM initiatives
• Manage press and media inquiries
• Build, grow and manage the GFCM social media community
• Create and maintain knowledge repositories and facilitate knowledge sharing
• Support the compilation and analysis of key performance indicators

Website and design specialist responsibilities

• Update and create contents for the GFCM website, using the content management tools made available by the Organization
• Increase web traffic and search engine rankings, providing expert advice on web development
• Develop functional and clear designs, layouts and visual identities and ensure that the layout fits the intended audience
• Submit various design proposals for the supervisor’s final approval and perform the appropriate rounds of corrections following the GFCM communication and divisional quality checks

Multimedia specialist responsibilities

• Ensure photo/video coverage of GFCM initiatives, producing quality photos, videos and related products
• Prepare, film and edit videos for multimedia and social media platforms
• Develop and apply a consistent taxonomy for all photographs and videos and ensure all products include captions and metadata, uploading them in relevant databases
• Source, identify and acquire third‑party and paid audio and visual stocks for use in GFCM media production
• All footage and/or photos produced during an FAO‑funded mission remain the exclusive property of FAO. Graphics, music and sound effects should be copyright free
• The officer‑in‑charge of video production should liaise and coordinate with OCC at the appropriate stages. The video product(s) must be cleared technically and by OCC before published

Documentation specialist responsibilities

• Support the preparation, editing, layout and finalisation of GFCM communication products, documents and reports and ensure their online release and dissemination
• Monitor the editorial calendar, perform editing and layout of documents and reports
• Collaborate in the compilation, harmonisation and update of the GFCM Compendium of decisions
• Assist in processing through edpr the translation of documents by FAO translation services, ensure the follow‑up of translation jobs as well as the verification and dissemination of translated documents
• Ensure that all materials are produced in line with FAO style and in‑house style, corporate branding, logo and other relevant guidelines, paying close attention to detail, ensuring consistency and continuity of style and contents
• Contribute to the maintenance of relevant GFCM databases

Candidate assessment criteria

• Consultants: Advanced university degree from an institution recognised by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO. For PSA.SBS: University degree or specific technical specialisation. Specialisations: communication, graphic design, journalism, photography and videography, languages studies, linguistics, translation, website management, international affairs or related subject. Consultants with bachelor’s degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
• 1 year of relevant experience in communication, graphic design, journalism, photo and videomaking, editing, translation and document management, website management, preferably at the international level
• Consultants: working knowledge (Level C) of English, French or Spanish. For PSAs: working knowledge (Level C) of English or another official FAO language

Core competencies

• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office essential)
• Experience working in sensitive and fast‑moving contexts
• Sophisticated understanding of printed and multimedia content and their dissemination

Specific technical/functional skills

• Communication specialist – Experience in communications and/or knowledge management, excellent writing skills and capacity for storytelling, desirable knowledge of social media platforms and their algorithms, desirable knowledge of design and web softwares, desirable experience in media relations or writing for media in English
• Design and website specialist – At least five years of proven experience in using industry‑standard professional design software and production tools, ensuring output meet international standards, knowledge of current digital trends, excellent skills in HTML, CMS and design software, capacity to comply with FAO technical guidelines
• Multimedia specialist – At least five years of proven experience in using industry‑standard professional video and photo software and production tools, ensuring workflow, images and video output meet international media standards, very good knowledge and experience in developing high‑quality communication/multimedia materials, capacity to comply with FAO OCC technical guidelines
• Documentation specialist – Knowledge of editorial and publishing processes (knowledge of FAO standards, guidelines and processes will be an asset), knowledge of layout, editing, formatting tools and style manuals, excellent language and drafting skills, proven experience in editing, translation and document management, experience in multilingual processing of documents

Selection criteria

• Level of experience in working with international organisations, possibly in the Mediterranean and/or Black Sea
• Excellent command of English. Knowledge of another GFCM official language will be an asset
• Ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment, meet deadlines and ensure quality outputs
• Proven capacity to quickly acquire new skills and adapt to changing priorities
• Thoroughness, reliability, attention to details, sense of diplomacy and tact
• Prior experience covering fisheries, aquaculture and/or environmental topics

How to apply

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at FAO and complete your online profile: https://www.fao.org/gfcm/vacancies
• If you need help or have queries, please create a one‑time registration with FAO’s client support team for further assistance: https://fao.service-now.com/csp

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Non‑profit Organizations

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