Multimedia Storytelling and Content Production Consultant

UNOPS; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UNOPS invites applications for a Multimedia Storytelling and Content Production Consultant. The role is home-based with a 1-year framework/retainer arrangement, focusing on turning EOF's programmes into compelling multimedia narratives for digital, stakeholder and event audiences.

The consultant will produce videos, podcasts, graphics and written pieces, collaborating across regions and partners. The assignment emphasizes independent work from a brief, delivery within budgets and timelines, and

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in multimedia production, film, journalism, communications, animation, design or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in multimedia production, film, journalism, communications, animation, design or a related field, with potential additional years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Creative development and storytelling: translate topics into accessible narratives and scripts.
• Develop stories that communicate EOF's mission and impact for defined audiences.
• Produce and edit videos, social media content, motion graphics, explainers, podcasts and interviews.
• Support photography selection and editing and create multimedia packages as required.
• Create platform-appropriate campaign assets and content series for various channels.
• Coordinate inputs, manage production timelines, and deliver high-quality assets within scope and budget.
• Provide final files with source files and usage information.

Skills

Animation

Audio Editing

Content Development

Motion Graphics

Multimedia

Project Management

Storytelling

Video Production

Visual Design

Education

Master’s degree in multimedia production or related field

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

None

Job description

Multimedia Storytelling and Content Production Consultant

Job Category

Duty Station(s)

Home based

Seniority Level

ICS 09

Contract Type

ICA - LICA - Specialist - Retainer

LICA 9

Posting Start Date

15-Oct-2026

Posting End Date

29-Oct-2026

Duration

1 year with the possibility of extension, subject to satisfactory performance, availability of funds and necessity of services

Job Highlight

Turn EOF's programmes, partnerships and evidence into clear, compelling multimedia stories for digital, stakeholder and event audiences.

About the Region

The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) brings together diverse expertise to help partners deliver impact worldwide. With hubs in New York, Geneva, and Vienna, and expert teams operating globally, GPO leads multi-regional initiatives that advance sustainable development, climate action, and peacebuilding - including in some of the world’s most challenging environments. By leveraging our collective expertise and global networks, GPO supports UNOPS’ strategic priorities and the Sustainable Development Goals across more than 130 countries. We work closely with major global partners - including governments, international financial institutions, and UN agencies - to deliver a wide range of services, such as project management, fund management, hosting services, and HR support.

About the Country/Multi-Country Office

From Geneva, UNOPS facilitates the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), working with governments, other United Nations (UN) agencies and partners by providing quality servces, integrated solutions and management support through strategic, cost-effective and results-oriented approches. This includes supporting platforms and hosting high-profile, flagship initiatives and funds focusing on health, nutrition, water and sanitation, sustainable cities, environment, energy, climate and trade. UNOPS is a recognized resource for the UN system in Geneva – from fund management and oversight and advisory services, to providing hosting solutions to a range of global initiatives, as well as operational support to partner organizations.

About the Group

From Geneva, UNOPS facilitates the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), working with governments, other United Nations (UN) agencies and partners by providing quality servces, integrated solutions and management support through strategic, cost-effective and results-oriented approches. This includes supporting platforms and hosting high-profile, flagship initiatives and funds focusing on health, nutrition, water and sanitation, sustainable cities, environment, energy, climate and trade. UNOPS is a recognized resource for the UN system in Geneva – from fund management and oversight and advisory services, to providing hosting solutions to a range of global initiatives, as well as operational support to partner organizations.

Job Specific Context

EOF is a global partnership that works with governments and partners to improve education and employment outcomes through outcomes-based financing. EOF communicates across education, employment, systems change and impact investing, and uses evidence and storytelling to explain its programmes, partnerships and results.

EOF produces videos, animations, podcasts, impact stories, photography and digital campaign assets for communications, advocacy, fundraising and thought leadership. Much of this work is managed in-house, but external production support is required when internal capacity is constrained or specialist expertise is needed.

EOF is therefore establishing a roster of trusted multimedia storytellers, producers and editors who can be engaged flexibly for individual assignments.

Role Purpose

The consultant will provide creative and production support on a project-by-project basis, taking assignments from an agreed brief through to final delivery. Work may range from editing existing footage and materials to developing complete storytelling products from concept, script or storyboard to finished asset.

The arrangement will operate as a framework agreement or retainer for an initial period of 12 months, with possible extension subject to performance and organizational needs. Individual assignments, timelines and budgets will be agreed separately. No minimum volume of work is guaranteed.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Creative development and storytelling

- Translate complex education, employment, financing and social-impact topics into accessible narratives, creative concepts, scripts and storyboards.

- Develop stories that communicate EOF's mission, programmes, partnerships and impact accurately and engagingly for defined audiences and channels.

Multimedia production

- Produce and edit short- and long-form videos, social media video, motion graphics, animations, explainers, podcasts, interviews and documentary-style content as commissioned.

- Support photography selection and editing, written impact stories, human-interest features, event highlights and integrated multimedia packages where required.

- Create platform-appropriate campaign assets, content series and cut-down versions suitable for websites, social media, presentations, events and partner use.

Production management and delivery

- Work independently from an agreed brief, coordinate inputs and feedback, and deliver high-quality products within the agreed scope, schedule and budget.

- Provide final approved files together with relevant source files and production assets in agreed formats, with appropriate permissions and usage information.

Expected results

- EOF has access to specialist production capacity and receives accurate, audience-focused multimedia products ready for publication or use.

- Each assignment is completed to the agreed creative brief, technical specifications, deadline and budget

Skills

Animation, Audio Editing, Content Development, Motion Graphics, Multimedia, Project Management, Storytelling, Video Production, Visual Design

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required

Advanced university degree (Master’s) in multimedia production, film, journalism, communications, animation, design or a related field.

A Bachelor's degree in multimedia production, film, journalism, communications, animation, design or a related field. with 2 additional years of relevant experience may