FAO’s implementing partners for various projects, to identify interviewees with appropriate expertise;

Prepare reports on programme activities;

Produce a feature stories about agriculture in South Sudan;

Investigate and scripting case study with the farmers;

Photograph programme activities in all locations and compiling photos;

Develop successful stories on different program activities from beneficiaries in various locations including both men and women;

Perform other related duties as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

College Diploma in Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations or other social sciences. A Bachelor degree will be an added advantage;

A minimum of four years of proven knowledge and experience in radio programming, particularly related to agriculture, fisheries, livestock and/or general food and nutrition security;

Experience in radio production, including programme planning, finding guests, booking interviews, and writing scripts;

Fluency in English.

National of South Sudan

FAO Core Competencies

Results Focus

Teamwork

Communication

Building Effective Relationships

Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

Knowledge of humanitarian principles;

Ability to work and plan at operational levels;

Ability to work in insecure areas;

Knowledge of another language of the Organization would be an asset.

Demonstrated creativity and innovation in radio programming;

Excellent writing and presentation skills;

Proven experience and ability to work with rural communities and community mobilization;

Proficiency in using audio editing software, such as Adobe Audition, DaletPlus, CoolEdit or Hindenburg;

Demonstrated leadership, managerial, supervisory coordination and interpersonal skills;

Experience in production in other mediums (television/video, photography) will be considered an asset;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)

Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: [email protected]

Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted

Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications

For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.

We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: [email protected]

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