Jobs at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

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.

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.

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More specifically:

• Conduct Research and Analysis on specific topics related to the UN Development System Reform and the Triple Planetary Crisis, as per the Unit's requirements.
• Conduct in-depth qualitative and quantitative research on the integration of climate change, biodiversity and pollution, as well as Multilateral Environmental Agreements in UN Common Country Analysis and Cooperation Frameworks.
• Assist in the drafting of reports, briefing notes, summaries, knowledge products and presentations based on quantitative research and analysis.
• Support with knowledge management efforts, as needed, including through document management and mailbox monitoring.
• Support on special projects at the request of the head of unit.

Qualifications/special skills

• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);  be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Applicants should have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
• Preferred area of study: Bachelor’s or Master’s in one or more of the sciences and/or a field relevant to the environment (e.g., environmental studies, environmental economics, environmental assessments, environmental monitoring), International Relations, International Development, Social Sciences, or related disciplines. Ability to reflect research and analysis in an easy-to-understand narrative, and Knowledge of graphic design software and Microsoft SharePoint is an advantage. Demonstrated interest in issues related to the environment or sustainable development. Strong writing and communication skills are required, including experience in writing reports and summaries.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position fluency in English is required.