Communications Consultant

Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is a division of the United Nations, specifically focusing on Economic Affairs, Innovation, Enterprise, and Investment. The organization aims to promote sustainable economic growth and development through innovative strategies and partnerships. Established to address global economic challenges, it operates in multiple countries, leveraging international cooperation to enhance trade, investment, and innovation. The organization employs a diverse workforce dedicated to fostering inclusive business practices and sustainable development goals.

Job Overview:
The Communications Consultant position is designed to oversee and implement the communication strategy for various projects under the Economic Affairs Officer's guidance. The consultant will be responsible for ensuring that all communication efforts align with the project's goals and effectively reach target audiences. This role involves developing and refining communication strategies, managing social media content, and producing high-quality communication materials such as blog articles, opinion pieces, and visual content. The consultant will also coordinate with various stakeholders to maintain a cohesive visual identity across all platforms and ensure that the project's website serves as a central hub for communications. The position requires a proactive approach to content creation and management, with a focus on maximizing engagement and impact through strategic communication efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties include developing and refining the communication strategy, maintaining a communications strategy tracker, coordinating social media posting schedules, producing communication materials, collaborating on visual identity development, ensuring consistent messaging, designing visual content, managing the project website, and supporting various project communications. Specific responsibilities involve overseeing communications related to the Landscape Study of Inclusive Business in Lao PDR, creating content plans for programs, developing strategies for video and photo material, preparing webinars, drafting blog posts, coordinating with communications teams, and supporting inclusive business promotion initiatives. The consultant will also be tasked with designing templates for case studies and toolkits, developing communication strategies for publishing materials, and supporting the communications of the Sustainable Business Network.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Business, International Affairs, International Management, Finance, Accountancy, Law, Public Policy, or a related field. A minimum of one year of experience in communications, social media management, brand management, and website maintenance is required. Desirable qualifications include experience working with the United Nations, particularly the United Nations Secretariat, and familiarity with inclusive business, social enterprise, and impact investment content. Candidates should also have experience in brand and communications management, developing digital assets, executing social media campaigns, and creating content for various media channels.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s Degree in relevant fields such as Business, International Affairs, International Management, Finance, Accountancy, Law, or Public Policy. This advanced degree is essential to ensure that the candidate has a comprehensive understanding of the complexities involved in international economic affairs and communication strategies.

Experience:
The position requires at least one year of relevant experience in communications, social media management, brand management, and website maintenance. Candidates with experience in the United Nations system or in roles related to inclusive business and impact investment will be preferred. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a proven track record of developing and executing effective communication strategies and managing digital content.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the regions or communities served by the projects.

Additional Notes:
The position is expected to last for a duration of 9 months. The United Nations emphasizes that there are no fees associated with the recruitment process, ensuring that applicants are not required to pay any fees at any stage, including application, interview, or training. This reflects the organization's commitment to transparency and fairness in its hiring practices.