Consultant - Communications Consultant, Science Sector
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. With a presence in over 190 countries, UNESCO aims to build peace in the minds of men and women through education, science, culture, and communication. The organization operates in various sectors, including education, natural sciences, social/human sciences, culture, and communication/information, and employs thousands of staff members worldwide, working towards sustainable development and the promotion of human rights.
Job Overview:
The Consultant will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of communication and visibility activities for UNESCO's projects in Ukraine. Under the supervision of the National Communications Officer and in collaboration with the project team, the Consultant will ensure that project activities, results, and impacts are communicated effectively and in alignment with UNESCO's communication standards. The position requires a proactive approach to managing communication strategies, drafting high-quality materials, and engaging with media to enhance the visibility of UNESCO's initiatives in the science sector. The Consultant will also be responsible for coordinating various communication efforts related to significant events, such as the Ukrainian Scientific Forums, and ensuring that all communication products adhere to UNESCO's branding and visibility requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Consultant's responsibilities include coordinating communication and public visibility activities for the UNESCO Remote Access to Laboratory Equipment initiative and the Ukrainian Scientific Forum. Key tasks involve drafting and disseminating communication materials in both English and Ukrainian, managing media relations, and providing comprehensive communication support for events. The Consultant will oversee the production of multimedia materials, ensure compliance with branding standards, monitor media coverage, and prepare communication updates for internal and donor reporting. Additionally, the Consultant will identify and document success stories that highlight the project's impact on Ukraine's science and research ecosystem, maintain coordination with various stakeholders, and perform other communication-related duties as necessary to support project visibility.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in communications, journalism, public relations, media studies, international relations, or a related field. A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant professional experience in communications, journalism, public information, or media relations is required. Demonstrated experience in drafting and editing communication materials for diverse audiences and channels, as well as experience in digital and social media communication, is essential. Familiarity with event communication and working with communication service providers is desirable. Previous experience with international organizations or knowledge of Ukraine's science and research sectors will be considered an asset.
Educational Background:
The position requires a university degree in a relevant field such as communications, journalism, public relations, media studies, or international relations. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of communication strategies and the nuances of public relations within an international context.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least 1-2 years of professional experience in communications or related fields. This experience should include drafting and editing communication materials, managing media relations, and supporting communication efforts for events or institutional projects. Experience working with various communication service providers, such as photographers and designers, is also beneficial. Familiarity with the science and research sectors in Ukraine will enhance a candidate's suitability for the role.
Languages:
Fluency in both Ukrainian and English, with strong writing and editing skills in both languages, is mandatory. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages is crucial for drafting communication materials and engaging with diverse audiences. Additional language skills may be considered an advantage but are not mandatory for this position.
Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is six months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. This is a full-time position, and the Consultant may be required to travel within Ukraine as part of their duties. UNESCO emphasizes a commitment to diversity and encourages applications from individuals belonging to minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities. The organization maintains a zero-tolerance policy against harassment and ensures confidentiality in the hiring process. Candidates should be aware that no fees are charged at any stage of the recruitment process.
UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, was established in 1945 with the mission to contribute to peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security by promoting international collaboration through educational, scientific, and cultural reforms. With a presence in over 190 countries, UNESCO aims to build peace in the minds of men and women through education, science, culture, and communication. The organization operates in various sectors, including education, natural sciences, social/human sciences, culture, and communication/information, and employs thousands of staff members worldwide, working towards sustainable development and the promotion of human rights.
Job Overview:
The Consultant will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of communication and visibility activities for UNESCO's projects in Ukraine. Under the supervision of the National Communications Officer and in collaboration with the project team, the Consultant will ensure that project activities, results, and impacts are communicated effectively and in alignment with UNESCO's communication standards. The position requires a proactive approach to managing communication strategies, drafting high-quality materials, and engaging with media to enhance the visibility of UNESCO's initiatives in the science sector. The Consultant will also be responsible for coordinating various communication efforts related to significant events, such as the Ukrainian Scientific Forums, and ensuring that all communication products adhere to UNESCO's branding and visibility requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Consultant's responsibilities include coordinating communication and public visibility activities for the UNESCO Remote Access to Laboratory Equipment initiative and the Ukrainian Scientific Forum. Key tasks involve drafting and disseminating communication materials in both English and Ukrainian, managing media relations, and providing comprehensive communication support for events. The Consultant will oversee the production of multimedia materials, ensure compliance with branding standards, monitor media coverage, and prepare communication updates for internal and donor reporting. Additionally, the Consultant will identify and document success stories that highlight the project's impact on Ukraine's science and research ecosystem, maintain coordination with various stakeholders, and perform other communication-related duties as necessary to support project visibility.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in communications, journalism, public relations, media studies, international relations, or a related field. A minimum of 1-2 years of relevant professional experience in communications, journalism, public information, or media relations is required. Demonstrated experience in drafting and editing communication materials for diverse audiences and channels, as well as experience in digital and social media communication, is essential. Familiarity with event communication and working with communication service providers is desirable. Previous experience with international organizations or knowledge of Ukraine's science and research sectors will be considered an asset.
Educational Background:
The position requires a university degree in a relevant field such as communications, journalism, public relations, media studies, or international relations. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of communication strategies and the nuances of public relations within an international context.
Experience:
Candidates should have at least 1-2 years of professional experience in communications or related fields. This experience should include drafting and editing communication materials, managing media relations, and supporting communication efforts for events or institutional projects. Experience working with various communication service providers, such as photographers and designers, is also beneficial. Familiarity with the science and research sectors in Ukraine will enhance a candidate's suitability for the role.
Languages:
Fluency in both Ukrainian and English, with strong writing and editing skills in both languages, is mandatory. The ability to communicate effectively in both languages is crucial for drafting communication materials and engaging with diverse audiences. Additional language skills may be considered an advantage but are not mandatory for this position.
Additional Notes:
The contract duration for this position is six months, with the possibility of extension based on performance and funding availability. This is a full-time position, and the Consultant may be required to travel within Ukraine as part of their duties. UNESCO emphasizes a commitment to diversity and encourages applications from individuals belonging to minority and indigenous groups, as well as persons with disabilities. The organization maintains a zero-tolerance policy against harassment and ensures confidentiality in the hiring process. Candidates should be aware that no fees are charged at any stage of the recruitment process.
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