Overview

This consultancy offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a global initiative aimed at raising awareness for the Third World Ocean Assessment (WOA III), enhancing understanding of the oceans and informing policymaking.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of outreach and engagement strategies for WOA III.
Develop message maps and messaging guides tailored to diverse audiences.
Create social media content plans and calendars for campaign launch and promotion.
Produce social media content, newsletters, press releases, and informational materials.
Develop templates and tools for social media and newsletters.
Design print materials such as brochures, posters, and fact sheets.
Create multimedia content including videos and briefing materials.
Strengthen internal and external communication channels.
Identify opportunities to enhance outreach efforts.

Requirements

Proven success in media communication and engagement strategies.
Experience in developing and executing communication campaigns on sustainable development or ocean economy topics.
Ability to produce clear, concise written content.
Strategic, creative, and well-organized mindset.
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
Sensitivity to diplomatic contexts, with experience working with diverse stakeholder groups.
Commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and accessibility.

Benefits

This role provides a meaningful opportunity to influence global ocean policy, enhance public awareness, and work within the UN system on sustainable development initiatives, with a contract payment of US$ 40,000.

Location

Remote

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their CV and cover letter highlighting relevant experience to temnova@un.org with the subject line “RP Communication Specialist”.