Knowledge and Content Consultant

Result of Service 1. Support the implementation of pilar 4 of the Global Strategy for SCP through development, design and dissemination of strategic knowledge and created content on SCP/SDG12 based on the analysis of resources available across the One Planet Network programmes and other relevant initiatives. - Curation and update of the knowledge database to support the creation of storytelling pages and specific packages of policies/tools/resources and contents based on thematic and geographic priorities of the 10YFP programmes, Member States and other stakeholders, and display of such features on the One Planet Network online platform (e.g., homepage, ‘spotlight’) or in the newsletter. - Effective dissemination of such packages, policies, tools and products through various channels, including through organizing dedicated newsletters, conducting and publishing interviews, drafting news and stories, identifying outreach opportunities, in close cooperation with the One Planet Network programmes and other stakeholders, including the 10YFP National Focal Points. - Content management of the policy hub of the One Planet Network platform, including the display of official SDG 12.1.1 reporting data from Member States and the structuring of proposals to feature this information more prominently across the network as well as through dedicated country profiles. - 'Expert mapping’ to create a pool of influencers and experts on key topics of the OPN. - Suggest ways to extend knowledge mapping beyond One Planet Network database to include external sources relevant to SCP and SDG 12.

2. Support the implementation of the 10YFP Secretariat and One Planet Network annual editorial plan which identifies, consolidates and shares the most relevant knowledge of the 10YFP programmes and other stakeholders, based on strategic themes and events related to the 10YFP and SDG 12. - Identification of possible themes for inclusion in the editorial plan based on research of major upcoming events of the network or around SCP and SDG 12, in close cooperation with partners across the network, colleagues of the OPN Secretariat and establish a list of products (e.g. news, articles, webinars) to be delivered under that plan. - Collection of inputs for and development of products (news, newsletters and other digital content) to be delivered under the editorial plan, providing guidance and feedback to contributors. - Analysis of opportunities to broaden the audience of the 10YFP Secretariat and One Planet Network’s editorial plan, action to reach out to new communities of practice to facilitate the integration of SCP approaches into other relevant agendas (climate, biodiversity, pollution), - Monitor outreach performance on a regular basis using relevant tools (e.g. Google Analytics), set KPIs and regularly update the KPI Dashboard.

3. Support the delivery of knowledge sharing and outreach activities to enhance the visibility of the network and its relevance with regards to Member States’ priorities and areas of interest. - Needs assessment exercise across stakeholder groups of the One Planet Network, including National Focal Points, regarding the tools, resources, data, etc. as the basis of a user-centred knowledge management policy aimed at supporting the implementation of the 10YFP at various levels (countries, organizations, partnerships). - Support the communications workstream of the Secretariat in keeping the partners of the network and other relevant communities, including the 10YFP National Focal Points, informed of key activities and initiatives happening under the implementation of the 10YFP, including through the coordination and release of bi-monthly updates (regular newsletter, flash newsletter). - Organization of dialogue activities focused on the areas of interest identified through needs assessments (e.g. webinars, virtual roundtables) and identification of relevant stakeholders to engage.

4. Support listening activities and analysis of knowledge management actions to inform and improve targeting and impact of all workstreams of the 10YFP Secretariat as well as to the One Planet Network programmes and cross-cutting initiatives. - Participate in the design, creation and implementation of a listening exercise of the OPN external audiences; execute the analysis of results, priorities, key messages and other important impact indicators. - In collaboration with the Communication and Advocacy team, support the OPN programmes and help them identify best technical solutions for extracting relevant knowledge from the OPN platforms, the CRM or the database. - Identification and regular updates of lists of online influencers, champions and other key partners and their online presences and outlets to build up communities of practice around relevant OPN themes.

Work Location Paris

Expected duration 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities The 10 Year Framework of Programmes on Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns (10YFP), adopted by Heads of State at the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20) in 2012, is a global framework for action to accelerate the shift towards Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) in both developed and developing countries. UNEP was mandated by the UN General Assembly to serve as the Secretariat of the 10YFP. As reflected in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the 10YFP plays a central role in achieving the shift to SCP: its implementation is the first target of Sustainable Development Goal 12 on “Ensuring sustainable consumption and production”; the 10YFP is also recognized as the Framework of reference for decoupling economic growth from environmental degradation in SDG8. The 10YFP generates impact through multi-stakeholder programmes and partnerships, which develop, replicate, and scale up SCP policies and practices at all levels and which form together the One Planet network (www.oneplanetnetwork.org).

Knowledge management and content creation is an essential aspect of the 10YFP implementation and is at the core of the One Planet Network’s action. It talks to the core functions of the 10YFP, including promoting the added value of SCP with regards to socio-economic development and environmental sustainability, fostering increased cooperation and networking, engaging all stakeholders including the private sector and high-impact economic sectors, and providing a platform for knowledge, experience sharing and awareness raising, while facilitating access to technical assistance, training, financing, technology and capacity-building, in particular for developing countries. As such, knowledge management and content creation is an integral part of the 10YFP Secretariat’s Programme of Work under UNEP’s sub-programme on Resource Efficiency and, through the development of a common knowledge space, an essential tool to “reduce fragmentation and support synergies between the responses to various economic, environmental and social challenges in activities related to sustainable consumption and production […], while avoiding duplication of existing international and regional initiatives, keeping in mind the progress made and challenges remaining”, as per the UN General Assembly mandate that established the 10YFP.

The Knowledge and Content Consultant will help the 10YFP Secretariat in substantive and technical efforts around the identification, consolidation, and socialization of knowledge across the One Planet network and other initiatives/communities implementing the 10YFP, SDG12 and the 2030 Agenda more broadly in the service of the above strategic objectives. Under the supervision of the Head of the 10YFP/One Planet Network Secretariat, the Knowledge and Content Consultant will have the following responsibilities: - Development and dissemination of strategic knowledge on SCP/SDG12 based on the technical, diagnostic analysis of resources available across the One Planet network and other relevant initiatives. - Based on the knowledge gathered, and in line with the Communication and Dissemination Strategy, suggest, identify, design and create content pieces to attract and support the engagement of interested target audiences and activate them throught the dissemination of the OPN knowledge. - Design and provide insights into the implementation of the 10YFP Secretariat and One Planet Network annual editorial plan which identifies, consolidates and shares the most relevant knowledge of the 10YFP programmes and other stakeholders, based on strategic themes and events related to the 10YFP and SDG 12. - Delivery of knowledge sharing and outreach activities to enhance the visibility of the network and its relevance with regards to Member States’ priorities and areas of interest. - Provide specific knowledge management support and specific content creation inputs to the other workstreams of the 10YFP Secretariat as well as to the One Planet Network programmes and cross-cutting initiatives.

Qualifications/special skills Education: - Undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, international affairs, project management, economics, business administration, social science or related fields.

Professional experience: - A minimum of 2 years of experience working in knowledge management and digital content creation: drafting, editing and writing and overall content creation, especially when it comes to creating digital content, according to user-centric and storytelling principles. - Experience with complex content analysis, structuring and creation of content (articles, pages, publications, news, newsletters). - Experience with publishing systems (online publishing platforms or newsletter platforms) or other Content Management Systems for data input, extraction, manipulation, and analysis (Drupal or other). - Experience in knowledge analysiss and KPI setting and monitoring. - Prior experience working in a news organization or communication agency.

Key Competencies: - Knowledge Management - Familiarity with major knowledge management methodologies and platforms, particularly among UN organisations. - Communication – Ability to effectively package information and knowledge for specific audiences based on their priorities. Ability to communicate easily with diverse groups of stakeholders. - Project Management – Coordinating efforts to extract large amounts of knowledge across diverse contexts and bringing it into meaningful, accessible packages for further analysis. - Analytical Skills – Quantitative and qualitative analysis of large amounts of data is required, and the ability to turn the analyses into coherent narratives. - Ability to work in a multicultural environment. - Excellent inter-personal and communication skills. - Flexibility and adaptability to work under pressure and meet specific deadlines.

Languages - Fluency in English is required - Additional UN languages are an asset

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.