Temporary Appointment of Technical Associate, GS-6, Global Shared Services Centre, Budapest, Hungary

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, results.

Under the supervision of the Human Resources Specialist (Learning and Development), the Technician Associate (studio technician) will work to operate the broadcast studio which will allow UNICEF team to easily record, access, edit and share knowledge/information and collaborate through streaming, broadcasting and webinars. The technician will also do video development, such as the recording (production and post-production) of video training, video tutorials, and informational videos. And the technician will work with the local IT team on best practices with regard to use of the studio, including recommendations for equipment, software, etc.

This will involve:

1. Operate broadcast studio

• Management of the studio, provide production support including camera operation, stage hand and lighting for several streaming and broadcasting in a multi-camera setup
• Provide all aspects of technical support to team training for broadcasting and webinars, including support instruction in video editing on Macintosh or/and PC, as well as location setup
• Maintain all video records and reference files on various subjects in the Section for easy access

2. Video development

• Work with the Global Learning Center staff on the creation of learning videos
• Work with GSSC Learning & Development as well as Communication teams on the development of videos.
• Stay up-to-date with video technology including online streaming, cameras, lighting, audio animation, and other aspects of video production.

3. Recommendations for enhancement

• Support the Global Learning Center by providing recommendations on best practices with regard to remote broadcasting, tools and technology.

As an advocate for every child, you will have…

• A secondary education diploma (high school) is required
• University degree in video production, post-production, video editing, etc. is desirable
• Minimum of 6 years relevant work experience is required. (A relevant completed university degree from an accredited institution will be counted toward the minimum work experience requirements)
• Fluency in English (verbal and written) is required
• Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint is required
• Experience with video editing tools is required
• Studio production and post-production experience is required
• Proven videography experience is required
• Ability to work in a team environment to achieve common goals is required
• Willingness to work flexible hours is required
• Learning and Development expertise an asset
• Knowledge of another UN language (besides English) or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset
• Knowledge of E-Learning management systems is desirable
• Prior experience in working with a training team is also considered an asset
• Software such as SharePoint; knowledge or integrated management information systems is desirable
• Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is desirable
• Non – EU citizens must be in possession of a work permit (not related to current employer, scholarship or job searching)

General Service (GS) staff are locally recruited and therefore, candidates are personally responsible for any travel and accommodation arrangements. UNICEF does not facilitate MFA accreditation for locally recruited staff.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and the following core competencies:

• Builds and maintains partnerships
• Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
• Drive to achieve results for impact
• Innovates and embraces change
• Manages ambiguity and complexity
• Thinks and acts strategically
• Works collaboratively with others
• Nurtures, leads and manages people

View our competency framework at:

https://www.unicef.org/careers/media/1041/file/UNICEF%27s_Competency_Framework.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.