Audio Visual Technician Job

Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 May 2010

Audio Visual Technician, G-7
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:	19 May 2010
DATE OF ISSUANCE:	19 Apr 2010
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:	United Nations Environment Programme
DUTY STATION:	Nairobi
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:	10-PUB-UNEP-424342-R-NAIROBI

Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from the duty station is identified. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred to take-up the appointment. Staff members are subject to the authority of and assignment by the SG. All staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

Remuneration Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

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

Responsibilities The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. UNEP's Division of Communications and Public Information (DCPI) communicates UNEP's core messages to all stakeholders and partners, raising environmental awareness, influencing attitudes, behavior and decisions related to the local and global environment, and enhancing the profile of UNEP worldwide. This post is located in UNEP/DCPI at the Nairobi duty station. Under the general supervision of Head of Audiovisual Unit, the incumbent will perform the following duties: Assist with video shooting and still photography for statements, special events, press conference and UNEP outreach activities;Assist in converting video material to various formats, titling and mixing, optimizing and maintaining correct aspect ratio, identify appropriate video and audio materials for individual productions;Optimize video material for online distribution; ensure it is properly indexed in the multimedia database;Record Executive Director’s video messages;Maintain the video library; Log original tapes and code them according to themes for easy reference when preparing edit kits;Provide support to the production of film/video or radio programmes by conducting original research for feature items and other material; Make recommendations on programme content, structure/style, interviews, narration texts and elements to be edited; Assist in writing of narrations, short articles and summary excerpts; Conduct interviews, act as location producer, participate in post production editing, oversee production of language translation/adaptations and ensure cost effectiveness;Assist key officials, delegates and other UN offices in arranging press conferences and briefings; Handle logistics with essential services;Assist to provide coverage and photography work to enhance UNEP graphic designs, online and media outlet;Provide stock footage to partners;Assist in setting up and operate video projection equipment;Record and edit sound material for podcasts and radio programmes;Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies Professionalism – Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence in film making, photography, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; remains calm in stressful situations.Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is wiling to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda.Communication - Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.Technological Awareness: Keen understanding of the powers of new technologies; up-to-date on state of the art equipment (cameras, editing equipment, etc.) as well as content and presentation formats.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Completion of secondary school is required. Supplementary courses and/or training in filmmaking, video and photography is desirable.

Work Experience A minimum of 7 years of responsible work experience in audio-visual media production, electronic media, video and photography with knowledge of computer video editing is required.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations languages an asset.

Other Skills Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, internet) are required. Expertise in final cut pro and macintosh-based video editing and graphic software is required.

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). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

How to apply All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark. Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to “My UN” page and check the status of your application by clicking on “View Application History”, and resubmit the application, if necessary. To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a "My UN" account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password. After opening the account, applicants may apply for vacancies using the Personal History Profile (PHP) provided. Once the PHP has been completed for a particular vacancy, it can be saved and used for future applications. The PHP may be up-dated, when necessary, for future applications. In completing the PHP, please note that all fields marked with an asterisk must be completed. UN staff members must submit scanned copies of their two latest Performance Appraisal System (PAS) reports at the time of application to the appropriate Human Resources Office (HRO)/Personnel Office (PO) to the email address below, clearly indicating the vacancy announcement number. In case you have no access to the digitizing equipment, please submit hard copies of the two latest PAS reports to the relevant HRO/PO via fax. E-mail: Recruitment@unon.org, Fax: 254-20-762-4212 Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.