Communications Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as a response to the need for a dedicated entity to advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women within the United Nations system. The organization operates with a mission to eliminate discrimination against women and girls, empower women, and achieve equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women is committed to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment in various countries, including Ukraine, where it contributes to the UN Cooperation Framework 2025 – 2029 and the Humanitarian Program Cycle. The organization leverages its triple mandate to ensure UN system-wide coherence, results, and accountability, addressing early recovery needs through a nexus approach and focusing on long-term policy reform priorities of the Ukrainian government. The UN Women Ukraine Strategic Note 2025-2029 emphasizes gender-responsive recovery, reconstruction, and development programs, targeting key areas such as governance, women's peace and security, women's economic empowerment, and humanitarian actions.

Job Overview:
The Communications Analyst position at UN Women in Kyiv is pivotal in enhancing the organization's visibility and advocacy efforts. Reporting to the Advocacy and Communications Analyst, the incumbent will assist in the planning and implementation of communication and advocacy strategies aimed at increasing UN Women's standing and awareness among partners, the media, and the public. This role requires close collaboration with various teams, including Programme, Operations, and technical teams within the Country Office (CO), Regional Office (RO), and Headquarters (HQ). The Communications Analyst will be responsible for integrating communication, advocacy, and outreach strategies into project proposals and initiatives, ensuring that gender perspectives are considered. The position also involves monitoring and analyzing media coverage, supporting the launch of corporate and national campaigns, and coordinating media relations to effectively disseminate information about UN Women’s initiatives and priorities in Ukraine.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide substantive support to the planning and design of external communication and outreach/advocacy strategies and plans, ensuring the integration of gender perspectives.
• Develop and disseminate advocacy materials, including drafting press releases and briefing materials, and coordinating their distribution through various channels.
• Coordinate media relations by establishing and maintaining relationships with national and international media, responding to inquiries, and organizing press events.
• Build and maintain partnerships with donors and advocacy partners, ensuring effective communication and visibility of UN Women’s initiatives.
• Manage the CO's online presence, including website content and social media accounts, ensuring alignment with corporate policies.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing by identifying best practices and organizing training sessions on communication and advocacy.
• Support results-based reporting for UN Women CO initiatives.
• Perform other duties as necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, public relations, journalism, or a relevant field. Alternatively, a first-level university degree combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree. The role requires at least one year of professional work experience in public relations, communications, or advocacy at the national or international level. Proficiency in social media usage and familiarity with office software packages (such as MS Word and Excel) are essential. Experience with web-based management systems is also required, while knowledge of modern ERP systems, preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field. In cases where candidates hold a first-level university degree, they must also have two additional years of relevant experience to qualify for the role. This educational foundation is crucial for understanding the complexities of communication strategies and advocacy efforts within the context of gender equality and women's empowerment.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of one year of professional experience in public relations, communications, or advocacy, preferably at both national and international levels. Candidates should have practical experience in utilizing social media platforms effectively and be adept at using office software packages, including spreadsheet and database management tools. Familiarity with web-based management systems is necessary, and experience with modern ERP systems, particularly Oracle Cloud, is considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Ukrainian is mandatory for this position. Additionally, knowledge of another official UN language, such as French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish, is desirable and can enhance a candidate's profile.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Kyiv, Ukraine, and is part of UN Women’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. The organization emphasizes mutual respect and equality in its recruitment processes, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, and organizational needs. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy regarding conduct that contradicts its aims and objectives, including discrimination and harassment. Selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Applicants are encouraged to complete all sections of the application form to avoid disqualification from the recruitment process.