Communications Expert
Contribute to UNECE by managing project communications and social media.
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Overview
Contribute to UNECE by managing project communications and social media.
You have:
- An advanced university degree (Master's or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, digital media, graphic design, or a related field is required.
- A first-level degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years (7 total years) of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, digital media, graphic design, or a related field.
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in website content management, social media strategy, drafting press materials, and graphic design.
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in using web editing tools or updating organizational websites is desirable.
- Fluency in English is mandatory.
- Knowledge of Ukrainian is desirable but not required.
Contract
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Result of Service
The consultant will contribute to the work of the UNECE Secretariat by: • Review and input into the draft reports, publications and articles on the project, 60 pages in English; • Write news, articles, PRs and content of the project’s website, 80 pages in English; • Design and create social media posts, content for the website, flyers and posters, Microsoft PowerPoint presentations for the project, publications, events and activities, 60 pages in English; • Regularly updated website content; • Graphic designs for various communication materials, as needed.
Work Location
Geneva
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the UN4UkrainianCities Project Manager, the consultant will support the implementation of the project “UN4UkrainianCities - Enhancing capacity and cooperation for sustainable urban development in Ukraine”. The consultant will be responsible for managing the continuous content updates of the dedicated UN4UkrainianCities website and social media platforms. Under the project, the consultant will support the secretariat in communication and dissemination of project information and results through the preparation and implementation of a communication/social media campaign including social media posts (for LinkedIn, Facebook, X-Twitter, and Instagram), write articles and press releases, content for the project website and conducting interviews producing videos to showcase project outcomes. The Communication Specialist will be responsible for the following tasks: 1. Website Content Management: • Regularly update website content to reflect organizational updates, events, and news. • Ensure the website is user-friendly, visually appealing, and optimized for search engines. 2. Public Relations: • Draft press releases, media advisories, and other communication materials. 3. Social Media Management: • Develop and implement social media strategies across platforms such as Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, and LinkedIn. • Create engaging content, including posts, graphics, and videos, to increase audience engagement and reach. • Monitor social media channels, respond to inquiries, and facilitate online discussions. 4. Graphic Design: • Design graphics for social media posts, website banners, newsletters, templates, flyers and other promotional materials. • Graphic design for publications, including reports and project proposals. • Create templates for presentations, word documents, etc. • Ensure consistency in branding and visual identity across all communication materials.
Qualifications/special skills
An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, digital media, graphic design, or a related field is required . A first-level degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the specified fields of studies with two additional years (7 total years) of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Minimum 5 years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, digital media, graphic design, or a related field. Please describe how you meet this criterion, including specific roles, responsibilities, and duration of relevant experience. Minimum 2 years of professional experience in website content management, social media strategy, drafting press materials, and graphic design. Please describe how you meet this criterion, specifying tools/platforms used and the type of content created. Minimum 2 years of professional experience in using web editing tools or updating organizational websites is desirable. Please describe how you meet this criterion, including platforms used, scope of work, and duration of involvement.
Languages
Fluency in English is mandatory. Knowledge of Ukrainian is desirable but not required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a successful social media campaign that you have managed? | The interviewer wants to understand your experience and approach to social media management. | Share details about the campaign, including objectives, strategies used, and measurable outcomes. |
| How do you ensure that content on the website is user-friendly and optimized for search engines? | This question assesses your knowledge of web content management and SEO best practices. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with drafting press releases and other communication materials. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What graphic design tools and software are you proficient in? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you measure the success of a communication campaign? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a time you managed website content updates? What challenges did you face? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you implement to engage audiences on social media? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to coordinate multiple communication efforts simultaneously. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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