Knowledge Management Officer

Knowledge Management Officer (Cybersecurity Awareness, Advocacy and Operational Support), P-2, Fixed Term Position, ICTD Digital Core - Valencia, Spain #00129002UNICEFUNICEF works in the world’s toughest places to reach the most disadvantaged children and adolescents – and to protect the rights of every child, everywhere.UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfil their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.How can you make a difference?The Knowledge Management Officer (Cybersecurity Awareness, Advocacy and Operational Support) will be supporting the effort to spearhead cybersecurity awareness and advocacy initiatives across the organization. This role involves contribution to developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive cybersecurity awareness interventions to enhance the organization's security posture.Additionally, the incumbent will handle internal and external communications, including those related to research and reports, as well as communications regarding cybersecurity incidents, ensuring clear, consistent, and accurate information dissemination.Finally, the incumbent will provide executive support to the management of the cybersecurity program and other global cybersecurity initiatives, partnerships, and resource mobilization, as well as research in new and emerging areas that have a cybersecurity and human risk component.To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…Education: Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in project management, communication, writing and any other related fields.Work Experience: At least 2 years of relevant work experience in project management, advocacy, communications, writing and editing online communications and using modern communication and engagement tools and platforms.Hands-on experience using Cybersecurity Awareness tools such as Phishing simulators and specialized Learning Management Systems.Proven experience in developing and implementing cybersecurity awareness interventions tailored to diverse cultural and regional contexts.Experience in managing and participating in initiatives within the development and humanitarian sectors at both local and global levels.Skills: Expertise in designing and overseeing educational content such as training modules, workshops, seminars, newsletters, and online resources to promote cybersecurity best practices.Proven ability to research, write, and edit content for diverse audiences, including crafting stories, messages, presentations, and formal reports.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster strategic partnerships both internally and externally.Proficiency with data visualization and storytelling tools, such as Power BI and Tableau.Basic understanding of Microsoft Cloud Platforms and Services (I.E. Azure Purview, Azure AI Safety, etc.).Basic understanding of data wrangling and automation tools (I.E. python, jupyter notebooks, etc.).Ability to provide executive support to the management of large programs, partnerships, and resource mobilization efforts.Project management proficiency, preferably of technical projects with a non-technical audience component.Strong analytical skills to interpret data and feedback from cybersecurity awareness initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and innovation.Ability to conduct comprehensive research on new and emerging trends, utilizing common methodologies such as surveys design, deployment and analysis.Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an advantage.Postgraduate studies in communication and research experience are a plus.Experience as part of the response to any form of crisis or incident is a plus.UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it.The UNICEF competencies required for this post are:Builds and maintains partnershipsDemonstrates self-awareness and ethical awarenessDrives to achieve impactful resultsInnovates and embraces changeManages ambiguity and complexityThinks and acts strategicallyWorks collaboratively with othersUNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.Remarks:As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.
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