Communications Support (Audiovisual) with UNDP Saudi Arabia

Mission and objectives

Saudi Arabia has achieved remarkable progress in human development over the past three decades including, for example, literacy at above 95%, increased life expectancy, and access to energy, even in remote rural communities. The Kingdom is a high-income country and is one of the most industrialized Gulf Countries with a highly educated population. Its economy is mainly based on oil as the world’s biggest exporter holding 16% of global proven petroleum reserves. It is also the largest country in the Arabian Peninsula with a population of approximately 35 million, 1/3 of whom are expat migrant workers. According to the UNDP Human Development Report, Saudi Arabia’s Human Development Index (HDI) value for 2020 was 0.854— which put the country in the very high human development category—positioning it at 40 out of 189 countries and territories. Between 1990 and 2019, Saudi Arabia’s HDI value increased from 0.697 to 0.854, an increase of 22.5 %.

Those achievements aside, Saudi Arabia faces significant development challenges. Before 2016, the Government’s drive for economic diversification delivered modest results. The share of the private sector in the country’s economy only increased by 10 % from 2000 to 2015 mostly coming from the non-oil sector. The oil price crash in 2016 exposed the volatility of its oil-based economy prompting the Government to put in place austerity measures as well as the introduction of a 5 % value-added tax in January 2018 later increased to 15% in July 2020 at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Context

The United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2022–2026 (UNSDCF) agreed between the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) serves as an integrated SDG-based strategy for achieving the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s (KSA) Vision 2030.

UNDP is well-positioned to demonstrate its comparative advantage in Saudi Arabia since UNDP has been present and active in the Kingdom since 1976. UNDP is a respected and trusted advisor to dozens of partners and is seen as a window to the multilateral landscape and benchmarking to which the Kingdom aspires. Through a more coherent and engaged UNCT and expanded partnerships with UN agencies (e.g., UNICEF on disability and inclusion, and gender, UN-Habitat on development housing and urbanization, FAO on food security and food waste, and UNFPA on statistics and the national census), UNDP will advance its integrator role and broaden UN engagement in Saudi Arabia beyond its current engagement which is mostly with Government.

The UNDP Country Programme 2023-2027 (CP) is fully aligned with the four Strategic Priority Areas and corresponding Outcomes of the UNSDCF (CF), namely People, Planet, Prosperity, and Peace, Partnerships, and Other Cross-Cutting Issues, all of which emanate from the Vision 2030. With activities under each of the four CF Outcomes, UNDP represents the significant majority of UN system programming in the country. This critical mass and diversity of engagements across numerous entities afford UNDP the opportunity to build synergies that are transformational and that address the siloed approaches that can be pervasive in the large bureaucratic ecosystem. The CP seeks to support opportunities for economic, environmental, social, and institutional change.

National UN Youth Volunteers in Saudi Arabia are entitled to:

• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) in the amount of SAR 10,893.33
• Entry Lumpsum USD 400
• Annual and learning leaves;
• Free Medical and life insurance; and
• Free access to different learning platforms.

Task description

1. Planning and Design of Audiovisual Communication Strategies:
   Ensure the production, management, and support of audiovisual content for UNDP events and activities.
   Conduct assessments to understand communication needs related to photography, videography, and video editing.
   Design and implement audiovisual content aligned with UNDP's strategic communication goals.
2. Implementation of Audiovisual Content and Strategy:
   Serve as photographer and videographer at UNDP events, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
   Lead live-streaming efforts to support real-time sharing of events.
   Manage the editing and production of high-quality audiovisual content, including videos and 2D motion graphics, ensuring brand alignment.
   Collaborate with the communications team to create visually appealing digital content for various platforms.
3. Contribution to Digital Content Platforms:
   Ensure timely and high-quality preparation of audiovisual content for social media, websites, and other communication channels.
   Incorporate motion graphics into promotional videos and ensure that digital content enhances storytelling and outreach efforts.
4. Support Business Development and Communication:
   Develop and manage audiovisual materials for public information campaigns promoting UNDP’s activities.
   Lead the creation of promotional videos showcasing UNDP initiatives, ensuring they meet corporate standards for public dissemination.
5. Outreach and Engagement:
   Manage audiovisual coverage for media, facilitating press access and ensuring consistent media output for UNDP campaigns.
   Ensure visibility through the creation of visually engaging stories and infographics to support communication and outreach strategies.
6. Knowledge Building and Equipment Management:
   Ensure management and maintenance of audiovisual equipment, providing recommendations for upgrades as needed.
   Lead training sessions for staff on the use of audiovisual tools and content creation strategies.

Application deadline is 06 January 2025

Skills

Eligibility criteria

Age: 18 - 80

Nationality: Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Assignment requirements

Relevant experience: 2 years

Languages:

Arabic, Level: Fluent, Desirable
English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level: Bachelor degree or equivalent in Media Production, Audiovisual Communication, Journalism, or a related field is required.

Competencies and values:

• Accountability
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Creativity
• Professionalism
• Self-management
• Communication
• Innovation

Skills and experience:

• Audiovisual production and communication.
• Experience in handling social media and digital communications.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) or Final Cut Pro.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English.
• Certification or proven experience with software like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, and 2D/3D animation tools.

Area(s) of expertise: Arts and design, Communication