Public Information Assistant, Photographer, Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo

Closing date: Saturday, 2 May 2015

Job Opening

Posting Title: PUBLIC INFORMATION ASSISTANT, PHOTOGRAPHER, FS4

Job Code Title: PHOTOGRAPHER

Department/ Office: United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Duty Station: GOMA

Posting Period: 17 April 2015-2 May 2015

Job Opening number: 15-PUB-MONUSCO-40484-F-GOMA (M)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Special Notice

This 'Recruit from Roster' job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Public Information Section in the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO) in Goma. The incumbent will report to the Chief Multimedia.

Responsibilities

Within delegated authority, the Photographer will be responsible for the following duties

• Provide principal photographic coverage and documentation of the Mission's activities, and liaise with the Military, Police and Civilian units in order to achieve this end.
• Identify and carry out photographic assignments within the Mission's area of operations and provide written information describing the coverage.
• Conceive, prepare proposals, write, photograph, edit and assist in the design of specific print/web/digital photo montages for use by the Public Information Office (PIO) as well as other substantive units of the Mission and UN Department of Public Information (DPI).
• Ensure the best quality of photographic products.
• Edit and archive photographs with specific data information for storage at Mission HQ.
• Provide UN DPI Photo Library with images of the Mission's activities.
• Work closely with the Mission's Newsletter Editor and Webmaster, providing supportive imagery for their specific publications and products.
• To undertake any other photography-related assignments, but not limited to, photo editing, photo research, maintenance and update of Missions' Photo Archive and perform digital post production and photo processing tasks.
• Provide Mission stock images, liaison services, as well as technical support to international and local media organizations.
• Assist in building capacity in regard to technical proficiency in local media.
• Be responsible for photo equipment, issued by the Mission, for inventory and maintenance purposes.
• Assist in the creation and procurement of equipment infrastructure of the Mission's photographic unit.

Competencies

Professionalism

• Good understanding of the functions and organization of the work unit, and of the organizational structure and respective roles of related units;
• Knowledge of internal policies, processes and procedures generally and in particular those related to the communication, production and standard sources;
• Good applied technical and specialized skills in audio visual production and demonstrated ability to apply good judgment and discretion in the context of assignments given;
• Responsible for the accuracy of the source and content of pictures and also for the aesthetic quality thereof.
• 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.

Creativity

• Actively seeks to improve programmes or services;
• offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs;
• promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas;
• takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas;
• thinks 'outside the box'; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things;
• is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.

Technological Awareness

• Keeps abreast of available technology;
• understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office;
• actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks;
• shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience

• At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the field of photography.
• Electronic/computer-based editing and design experience and the ability to work independently are necessary.
• Additional training/work experience in the field of photography in developing nations and/or post conflict situations with the UN, other international organizations, or NGOs is desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For this position, fluency in oral and written French is required.
• Working knowledge of English is desirable.

Assessment Method

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

United Nations Considerations

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.

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.

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No Fee

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