TV/Video Producer - United Nations

Org .Setting And Reporting

The position is located in the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization
Mission in Mali. The incumbent will report to the Chief of the Multimedia Unit of the
Communications and Public Information Division.

Responsibilities

The TV/Video Producer leads the Video Unit of the MINUSMA Communications and Public
Information Division. He/she is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the production
of high-quality video material for broadcast and multimedia use in support of the Mission's
mandate implementation, to provide information and to publicize the Mission and its
activities to a variety of audiences. • He/she manages the Video Unit within the Multimedia
Unit of the Communications and Public Information Division by: Supervising and
coordinating the work of the video unit's staff; Preparing budgets and overseeing expenditure
of productions, as well as procurement of equipment; Taking overall responsibility for the
Division's video equipment, its maintenance and service. • Produces high-quality video
material for broadcasting and multimedia outlets by: Conceiving, preparing proposals,
writing, filming and editing specific video features for use by Mission components and the
UN Department of Public Information; Pitching feature stories that directly relate to UN
priorities; Proposing programme formats, technical approaches and innovations; Writing the
content of video scripts for news and features; Filming and editing high-quality format feature
pieces and interviews for broadcasting and multimedia outlets for the Mission as required;
Performing principal video work covering the Mission's activities, liaising with the Mission's
civilian, military and police components; Shooting and editing high-quality, fast-paced short
packages for use in multimedia digital platforms and social media; Overseeing postproduction
work; Maintaining daily contacts with news syndicators, broadcasters and other
partners; Providing stock footage, liaison services, as well as technical support to international
and local press organizations. • Oversees and coordinates the use of video on digital
platforms by: Developing, driving and measuring the success of digital platform strategies;
Coordinating the distribution of news stories about UN activities in the field via all
MINUSMA digital platforms; Working closely with in-house IT services and engineers for
problem-solving, as well as ongoing improvement efforts related to efficiency and ease of
creating and posting to all digital platforms.

Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Excellent knowledge of the work of UN peacekeeping and its
specialized agencies, funds and programmes; Substantial and diverse expertise in all areas of
video production; Sound editorial judgment and political sensitivity; Deep knowledge of
filming and editing, as well as detailed experience utilizing both in the creation of video
products; Proven ability to conceptualize, write, create and produce creative television
productions, as well as other multimedia products; familiarity with the TV news broadcasting
industry; Proven experience developing and managing on-line and social media presence.
Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery
of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines
and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows
persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful
situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal
participation of women and men in all areas of work.

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions
may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts
joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in journalism, communications,
broadcasting, public relations, international relations, computer science, or a related area. .A
first-level university degree with in combination two additional years of qualifying experience
may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Technical training in video
production is an advantage.

Work Experience

Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional experience in video
production. Experience in multimedia, social media and digital communication platforms and
in filming and editing video products is required. Experience working in a post-conflict or
developing country is required. Experience working in West Africa/the Sahel is desirable.

Languages

Fluency in English and French (both oral and written) is required.

Assessment Method

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be
followed by competency-based interview.

United Nations Considerations

Job openings posted on the Careers Portal are taken off at midnight (New York time) on the
deadline date.Applications are automatically pre-screened according to the published
evaluation criteria of the job opening on the basis of the information provided by applicants.
Applications cannot be amended following submission and incomplete applications shall not
be considered. The selected candidate will be subject to a reference checking process to verify
the information provided in the application.Applicants are urged to follow carefully all
instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance,
applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on "The Application Process" and the Instructional
Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on "Manuals" on the upper
right side of the browser on Inspira.The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the
eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality
in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8).
The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.Candidates will be required to
meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements
of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency,
competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for
international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening
against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are
alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights
law and international humanitarian law.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE
RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING,
OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH
INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

How to apply:

To apply, please visit our Careers website: https://careers.un.org

Under Job Network select "Public Information and External Relations", and under Job Family select "Public Information". You can sort the results by job level (bottom right of the results table), then search for a P3 position (location: Bamako).

French-speakers, as well as qualified women, are particularly encouraged to apply (French is a requirement for this position).

All applicants are kindly requested to make reference to "outreachforpeace" in their cover letter, to ensure appropriate follow-up.