National Communications Specialist

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Organizational Setting

FAO Partnership and Liaison Office in Azerbaijan

Reporting Lines

Under the direct supervision of the FAO Representative in Azerbaijan, the National Communications Specialist works in close coordination with the FAO Azerbaijan project teams, the UN Communications Group, relevant communication colleagues at FAO’s Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia (REU), among others.

Technical Focus

The technical focus is strategic communications, media relations, digital content, brand compliance and results reporting.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Prepare and implement a comprehensive Communications & Visibility Plan with target audiences, key messages, channels, products, timelines and KPIs.
• Collate information and develop appropriate digital assets, in line with global FAO key messages, terminology, standards and guidelines,