Long-term agreement for the engagement of professional writing, editing, and proofreading services

UNICEF; Genf; Remote; CHF 80’000 - 100’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global children's organization is seeking a writer/editor consultant to provide comprehensive writing and editing services for humanitarian products. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience, preferably in UN or NGO contexts, and must possess excellent writing skills. The role is remote, requiring a university degree in communications or journalism and fluency in English.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of 8 years of experience as writer/editor, preferably in UN or NGO.
• Experience in all forms of writing including for the web.
• Familiarity with UNICEF’s programmes in emergency contexts.

Aufgaben

• Provide writing, editing, and proofreading services for UNICEF humanitarian products.
• Summarize large documents into bite-sized outputs.
• Deliver reports, research, strategy documents, and case studies.

Kenntnisse

Excellent writing skills

Fluency in written and spoken English

Copyediting and proofreading

Teamwork skills

Ausbildung

University degree in communications or journalism

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. UNICEF is a place where careers are built, offering diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

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• BACKGROUND / RATIONALE

For 70 years, UNICEF has worked on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote the survival, protection and development of children, young people, and women. UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, clean water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence and exploitation. UNICEF is funded entirely by voluntary contributions from individuals, businesses, foundations, and governments.

UNICEF’s Office of Emergency Programmes (EMOPS) provides strategic and coordinated support to Country Offices preparing for and responding to humanitarian crises, in accordance with the UNICEF Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and the Core Commitments to Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs). EMOPS clarifies UNICEF’s role in emergencies and ensures the Organization is prepared to deliver its mandate.

EMOPS Director’s Office oversees production of several corporate products (e.g., the Humanitarian Action for Children appeal, EMOPS end-year summary narrative, the Global Annual Results Report on Humanitarian Action, Executive Board papers on humanitarian action, briefing and strategic notes, and country profiles) which require support writing, editing, copyediting and proofreading per UNICEF’s standards and style.

• PURPOSE OF ASSIGNMENT

UNICEF is soliciting proposals from qualified individuals with experience in professional writing, editing and proofreading services to support UNICEF Offices globally. The consultancy will be fully remote.

• PROGRAMME AREA AND SPECIFIC PROJECT AREA

UNICEF's Office of Emergency Programmes seeks a writer/editor consultant to undertake writing, editing, and reviewing services for several UNICEF humanitarian products. The consultant should be able to write research/technical documents and edit specialized documents on topics in humanitarian action (e.g., emergency preparedness and response; humanitarian access; principled humanitarian assistance and protection for children; accountability to affected populations; humanitarian coordination; and the humanitarian-development nexus). Deliverables include technical materials such as reports, research, strategy documents, case studies, briefing notes, and knowledge products. The consultant will provide editorial support (editing, copy-editing, proofreading) for these products, and will summarize large documents into bite-sized outputs.

• OBJECTIVE(S)

The objective is to establish a Long-Term Agreement to facilitate UNICEF hiring of consultants to deliver a comprehensive range of writing and editing services to UNICEF Offices globally. Under the EMOPS Director’s Office, the consultant will undertake one or more of the following tasks: writing, rewriting, and editing EMOPS humanitarian products including the Humanitarian Action for Children appeal, EB papers on UNICEF humanitarian action, EMOPS Summary Narrative (Annual Report), briefing/strategic notes, country profiles, and presentations.

• MAJOR TASKS TO BE ACCOMPLISHED

The consultant will perform the listed tasks; exact deliverables will be defined by mutual agreement between UNICEF and the consultant. Responsibilities Of The Consultant include using own equipment, protecting UNICEF content, not placing client content under personal branding, and arranging travel when required.

• Responsibilities Of UNICEF include providing activity details, orienting the consultant on UNICEF branding, describing methods and approaches, and coordinating travel budgeting and reimbursement per contracted terms.
• DELIVERABLES include writing, editing, copy-editing and proofreading activities across reports, publications and digital products following UNICEF Brand guidelines. Initial drafts will be revised based on technical review and fact-checking.

Technical Evaluation Criteria (with weights) will be used to select candidates for the Long-Term Agreement. Criteria include cover letter, educational qualifications, relevant work experience, work samples, and other sub-criteria with defined scoring. The minimum qualifying score must be met, and only then will financials be opened. The final selection will be based on a technical score and financial offer ratio (e.g., 80:20).

• Financial Proposal Include your daily professional fee and estimated days per deliverable. All costs should be in USD. The financial proposal should be uploaded separately in the online portal.

• Submission Applications must be submitted through the online portal by the stated deadline. Attachments required: a cover letter, three work samples with a brief description of the candidate’s role, and a financial proposal. Incomplete submissions will be considered invalid.

Additional notes include UNICEF’s eligibility and ethics policies, non-discrimination statements, and information on background checks, medical clearance, and visa considerations. UNICEF emphasizes inclusive recruitment and the protection of children. Some sections address visa and travel requirements, accommodations for disabilities, and safety norms.

• Minimum Requirements

• University degree in communications or journalism.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience as writer/editor; UN or NGO experience required.
• Excellent writing skills; experience in all forms of writing including for the web.
• Familiarity with UNICEF’s programmes in emergency contexts.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Copyediting and proofreading per UNICEF’s standards and style; experience with Executive Board Papers is a plus.

• Language

• Fluency in oral and written English is required. Fluency in another UN language is an asset.

• Competencies

UNICEF core values and competencies include partnership building, self-awareness, results for impact, innovation, adaptability, strategic thinking, and collaboration. Familiarize with the competency framework.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities. UNICEF does not charge recruitment fees and promotes a safe, inclusive work environment. If accommodation is required during recruitment, please submit a request through the accessibility channel on the UNICEF Careers page.

Note: Background checks, medical clearance, and vaccination requirements may apply. Vaccination may be required or exemption granted upon medical grounds. UNICEF positions are advertised publicly; internal candidates may be considered for some postings without assessment of external candidates.

Remarks: UNICEF’s recruitment adheres to the UN Charter, and appointments may require visa or medical clearance. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw offers if requirements are not met. All UNICEF positions are advertised publicly, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage.