Strategic Communications Assistant (Middle East WMD-Free Zone)

UNIDIR; Genf; Remote; CHF 70.000 - 90.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

UNIDIR in Geneva seeks a Strategic Communications Assistant to help implement project activities with a strong focus on strategic communication for the Middle East WMD-Free Zone.

Under supervision, you will develop materials, manage the project webpage, support analytics and online tools, and assist in producing briefs and presentations while ensuring a client-focused, quality-driven approach. This is a 12-month, remote opportunity with the UNIDIR project coordination team.

Qualifikationen

• University degree in related field; 3+ years communications experience.
• Demonstrated interest in WMD arms control, disarmament, or Middle East studies is desirable.
• Ability to develop and implement communications materials and social media strategies.

Aufgaben

• Support development of social media strategy and in-house communications materials.
• Manage and update project webpage.
• Support digital analytics and impact analysis with metrics.
• Assist in developing online interactive tools.

Kenntnisse

Social media strategy

Content development

Web analytics

WordPress/Squarespace/Drupal

Graphic design (Creative Suite)

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

SEO/SEM

Communication

Team coordination

Ausbildung

University degree in international relations / political science / history / Middle East studies or international law

3+ years communications experience

Tools

WordPress

Squarespace

Drupal

Google Analytics

Google AdWords

Adobe Creative Suite

Jobbeschreibung

Strategic Communications Assistant (Middle East WMD-Free Zone)

Location Remote

Contract Temporary

• Position Title: Strategic Communications Assistant
• Starting date: As soon as possible (negotiable)
• Occupational rate: Retainer basis
• Duration: 12 months, with the possibility of extension

The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is a voluntarily funded, autonomous institution within the United Nations. One of the few policy institutes worldwide focusing on disarmament, UNIDIR generates knowledge and promotes dialogue and action on disarmament and security. Based in Geneva, UNIDIR assists the international community to develop the practical, innovative ideas needed to find solutions to critical security problems.

The project is looking for a Strategic Communications Assistant to assist with the implementation of project activities, with a major focus on strategic communication.

Responsibilities of the consultant and schedule of proposed work

Under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the Strategic Communications Assistant will provide support to the development of materials related to the project and other programmed activities. S/he will be responsible for the following duties, while promoting a client-, quality- and results-oriented approach:

• Support development of social media strategy, and support development of in-house communications products and presentations;
• Manage and update project webpage;
• Support in the coordination of the digital analytics and impact analysis for the project and provide support for the Institute and programmes with analytics and metrics as needed;
• Support the team for the development of online interactive tools;
• Support team members in organizing and executing virtual meetings;
• Update and support team databases;
• Assist in producing presentations, briefs, promo booklets and materials related to the project;
• Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Total number of hours

Dates and hours to be agreed upon on a case-by-case basis.

Performance indicators

The Strategic Communications Assistant will be evaluated at the end of this contract. Performance indicators include:

• Outputs are delivered on time; their quality and impact are considered satisfactory by the Head of Project / Project Coordinator.
• Engagement is professional, team oriented and positive.
• The Strategic Communications Assistant demonstrates the core values of the UN (Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity) in the discharge of their duties.

Qualifications and experience

Education

• University degree preferably in international relations, political science, history, Middle East studies or international law is required.
• A minimum of three years of communications or related experience;
• Demonstrated experience/interest in WMD arms control, disarmament and non-proliferation and/or Middle East studies is highly desirable;
• Organization and coordination skills are required;
• Ability to work with computer and office software packages (MS Office 2003 and/or newer versions) and knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages is required;
• Demonstrated skills in qualitative and quantitative analysis, WordPress, Squarespace, Drupal, search engine optimization and search engine marketing, keyword and search query research, graphic design, web development, Adobe Creative Suite, iMovie, Google Analytics, Google Search Console and Google AdWords;
• Proven track record of developing and employing strategies to grow social audiences and accomplish client goals (demonstrated by year-over-year/month-over-month metrics which evidence this);
• Some experience in UN system organizations, preferably related to disarmament and arms control and the Middle East, is highly desirable.

Language(s)

For this assignment, fluency in English (both written and oral) is required.

• Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Confidentiality

All internal discussions pertaining to UNIDIR's work are confidential. The Strategic Communications Assistant will sign a separate confidentiality clause.

Property rights

The United Nations shall be entitled to all intellectual property and other proprietary rights including, but not limited to, patents, copyrights, and trademarks, with regard to products, processes, inventions, ideas, know-how, or documents and other materials which the Contractor has developed for the United Nations under the Contract and which bear a direct relation to or are produced or prepared or collected in consequence of, or during the course of, the performance of the Contract, and the Contractor acknowledges and agrees that such products, documents and other materials constitute works made for hire for the United Nations. However, to the extent that any such intellectual property or other proprietary rights consist of any intellectual property or other proprietary rights of the Contractor: (a) that pre-existed the performance by the Contractor of its obligations under the Contract, or (b) that the Contractor may develop or acquire, or may have developed or acquired, independently of the performance of its obligations under the Contract, the United Nations does not and shall not claim any ownership interest thereto, and the Contractor grants to the United Nations a perpetual license to use such intellectual property or other proprietary right solely for the purposes of and in accordance with the requirements of the Contract. At the request of the United Nations, the Contractor shall take all necessary steps, execute all necessary documents and generally assist in securing such proprietary rights and transferring or licensing them to the United Nations in compliance with the requirements of the applicable law and of the Contract. Subject to the foregoing provisions, all maps, drawings, photographs, mosaics, plans, reports, estimates, recommendations, documents, and all other data compiled by or received by the Contractor under the Contract shall be the property of the United Nations, shall be made available for use or inspection by the United Nations at reasonable times and in reasonable places, shall be treated as confidential, and shall be delivered only to United Nations authorized officials on completion of work under the Contract.

• Name and contact details of three references.

UNIDIR is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

For any queries regarding the above, please contact Anne-Laure Souissi-Sans at [e-mail] .

Project Coordinator, Middle East WMD-Free Zone Project