Project Support Officer

UN Environment Programme; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent environmental organization in Abu Dhabi seeks a communications officer to manage online content and support marine conservation efforts. Responsibilities include updating web content and social media management. Candidates should have at least one month of relevant experience and be fluent in English and possess working knowledge of Arabic.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 month of professional work experience in communication or related programmes.
• Experience in marine/coastal environment communications or work with the UN/international organizations is an asset.
• Ability to work effectively and adapt in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Update the Dugong & Seagrass Hub website with reports and multimedia content.
• Coordinate with the website developer on design updates.
• Prepare social media content for CMS Dugong MoU platforms.

Skills

Fluent English

Working knowledge of Arabic

Strong oral and written communication skills

Computer literacy (MS Office, email/internet)

Education

Bachelor's degree in communication, Science, or Conservation

Job description

Responsibility:

• Update the Dugong & Seagrass Hub website with reports, publications, and multimedia content.
• Coordinate with the website developer by compiling and sharing feedback on design updates and new sections (e.g., the Seagrass Survey).
• Keep country pages for the IKI Seagrass Ecosystem Services (SES) Project updated with current project information.
• Summarize findings from key reports (e.g., Dugong Status Report, IKI SES country reports) to support communication materials.
• Draft short articles or interview-based features showcasing community-level conservation efforts.
• Prepare social media content for CMS Dugong MoU platforms, including captions, visuals, and scheduling.
• Monitor social media engagement and help maintain a basic content calendar.
• Provide communication and administrative support for meetings of the 2030 Seagrass Breakthrough Pool of Experts.
• Assist in planning and communications for outreach events, such as the CMS Dugong MoU session at the 13th WIOMSA Symposium.
• Support other IKI SES-related events, including the project’s closing workshop and additional outreach activities.

Experience required: Minimum 1 month

Languages:

• English: Fluent (required)
• Arabic: Working knowledge (required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, Science, or Conservation

Competencies and Values

• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organizing
• Professionalism
• Self-management

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 1 month of professional work experience in communication or related programmes; experience in marine/coastal environment communications or work with the UN/international organizations is an asset.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including drafting, reporting, and editing.
• Accuracy and professionalism in document production.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively with diverse partners such as community groups, and government authorities.
• Ability to work effectively and adapt in challenging environments.
• Experience working in multicultural teams at local and international levels.
• Solid computer literacy (MS Office, email/internet); familiarity with database management and office technology.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and under tight deadlines.
• Strong security awareness.
• Interest in migratory species conservation, volunteerism for sustainable development, and the UN system.