The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world’s environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.

Tasks and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Support the implementation of deliverables of corporate communications strategies, including the organization and management of initiatives and events and the production and revision of digital and traditional products.
• Support all aspects of communication including research and vetting, production and management, presentation and promotion, and monitoring and evaluation.
• Conduct research and brainstorm opportunities related to internal communications and branding.
• Write, edit, and upload text and multimedia content, including feature articles and interviews, to online communication platforms including to compliment the new Climate Security Dashboard, Newsletters and Water Working Group.
• Attend meetings and conduct staff interviews for the production of internal-facing news articles.
• Help organize events related to corporate communications strategies and programmes.
• Support Unit staff to engage in activities and initiatives related to the corporate branding and communications strategies.
• Support the marketing and promotion of the corporate Integrate Office branding and communications strategies and related deliverables.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications/special skills

• Master’s Degree (but within 1 year of graduation) or currently enrolled in a Master’s Programme or the final year of undergraduate degree
• Background in communications, environmental sciences, environmental policy, disaster management, climate change studies, informational graphics, graphic design, environment-related advocacy, or other related fields
• Strong interest and familiarity with social media and online communications
• Experience in web content management systems and desk-top publishing would be an asset

Languages

• Ability to write clearly and succinctly in English is required