Communications Associate

In Tajikistan, UNDP contributes to sustainable and inclusive economic development both by working on the central policy level and by supporting local level development. At the policy level, UNDP and its sister UN agencies have been active in supporting the Government of Tajikistan to align its development planning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and bring innovative solution to the national development plans and implementation schemes. At the local level UNDP supports implementation of national development priorities helping communities to become more resilient and to reduce disparities related to geographic location, social context, and gender.

UNDP’s Sustainable Economic Development Cluster (SED) is an integrated portfolio of projects that addresses issues affecting the lives of vulnerable groups of people on the ground in a holistic and cross-disciplinary manner, aiming at the sustainable economic growth and sustainable livelihoods of people of the country. UNDP SED Cluster supports localization and operationalization of the SDGs and the implementation of Tajikistan’s National Development Strategy 2030 and Mid-Term Development Programmes.

The mission of UNDP SED Cluster is to support achievement of the CPD Outcome 2 in terms of promoting decent and productive employment, improved access to specialized knowledge and innovation and more favourable business environment especially for entrepreneurs and farmers. ContextUNDP is the leading United Nations agency supporting sustainable development in Tajikistan. Since its establishment in 1993, UNDP has been working closely with the Government of Tajikistan, development partners, and civil society organizations to promote equitable and inclusive human development. Its core focus areas include:

• Economic empowerment and poverty reduction • Good governance and rule of law • Climate change adaptation and environmental sustainability • Strengthening institutions for effective service delivery Guided by the principle of Leaving No One Behind and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNDP delivers innovative and locally-driven solutions to complex development challenges. More information: https: //www. undp. org/tajikistanTask descriptionWithin the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Communication Analyst or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will:

• Support the day-to-day implementation of the Country Office’s communication strategy, with a particular focus on content creation, digital communications, and visibility activities;• Manage UNDP Tajikistan’s social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube), including scheduling and publishing posts provided by project teams, preparing captions, resizing visuals, and coordinating basic audience engagement in alignment with UNDP's branding guidelines;• Capture and edit multimedia content, including photography and short-form videos, to highlight project results, human-interest stories, and visibility moments from the field;• Support the development, adaptation, and regular update of visibility materials, such as fact sheets, brochures, banners, and roll-ups, by coordinating with designers and ensuring consistent visual identity;• Assist in drafting and editing basic communication materials, including event blurbs, photo captions, and short-form stories;• Ensure that all content produced is gender-sensitive, promotes inclusion, and reflects the diversity of beneficiaries, in line with UNDP’s communication standards;• Actively contribute to the promotion of gender equality and advocacy efforts, ensuring communication outputs reflect UNDP’s commitment to women’s empowerment and inclusive development;• Monitor local and regional media (online, print, TV, and social platforms) for coverage of UNDP’s work and thematic areas relevant to UNDP’s mandate, including tracking mentions of other UN agencies and development partners;• Support media relations, including maintaining updated media contact lists, helping organize press events, and contributing to the preparation of media kits or briefing notes;• Assist with the planning and coordination of outreach events and campaigns, offering logistical and communication support before, during, and after the events;• Collaborate with programme teams and partners to collect content, such as human-interest stories, quotes, photos, and testimonials for communication, visibility, and donor reporting purposes;• Maintain a repository of communication materials and visual assets, ensuring proper organization, accessibility, and compliance with branding standards;• Use analytics tools (e.

g. , Meta Insights, LinkedIn Analytics, etc. ) to track performance of social media platforms and provide regular reports on engagement and content performance;• Perform other communication-related tasks as requested by the Communication Analyst to support the visibility and impact of UNDP Tajikistan’s work. Qualification Requirements• Bachelor's degree in media, communications, social, international, public relations. Master's degree in above mentioned areas will be given a special priority. • Fluency in English, Russian and Tajik is required.

•At least 1 month of experience in graphic design, photo and video shooting and editing, writing skills, or other relevant programmes; experience with Adobe Package is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization.

• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills;• Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing;• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development;• Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel;• Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, among others), email, and internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment;• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;• Sound security awareness;• Have an affinity with or interest in the development sector, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system.

As of March 2025, National UN Volunteer Youth in Dushanbe, Tajikistan receive approx. USD 463 / month as their Monthly Living Allowance. Other entitlements include: 1. Pre-assignmentEntry lump sum - USD 400 (one-time payment)Relocation costs - $200 at beginning and end of assignment if duty station is outside of commuting distance (as determined by UNV)2. During assignmentVolunteer living allowance (VLA) - USD 463 (monthly, as mentioned above)Learning - Access to UNV's learning and career development resourcesAnnual leave - 2. 5 days per monthInsurance - Comprehensive coverage for health, life and malicious acts for the UN Volunteer and health insurance coverage for up to 3 eligible dependents. 3.

End of assignmentExit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment) - USD 48. 22 for each month served, paid on completion of contract