Associate Public Information Officer

UN Atlas; Paris; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

UNESCO is seeking a communications-focused professional to compile, edit, and coordinate digital and press materials, strengthening the organization's narrative across diverse audiences. The role involves content planning, media engagement, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure consistent messaging.

The incumbent will contribute to social media content, website updates, and audience-relevant communications, working under senior leadership within the Division for Communications and

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in communications, public information, media relations, or digital content creation.
• At least one year of international experience.
• Experience drafting, editing, and translating materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing social media campaigns and using web CMS.

Responsibilities

• Streamline content across corporate channels and engage external audiences, especially the media.
• Prepare drafts for website, social media, and press outreach, and support dissemination.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Coordination

Interpersonal skills

Writing

Editorial skills

Social media editing

Video production

Attention to detail

Creative

Independent work

Communication skills

Tools

Web Content Management Systems

Job description

The Division for Communications and Public Engagement (CPE) manages UNESCO's internal and external communications, enhancing the organization's visibility and reputation. It oversees digital platforms, press relations, publications, events, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring consistent messaging across all sectors and field offices.

Job Purpose

Under the Director of Communications and Public Engagement and supervision of the Chief of the Digital Content Unit, this role involves compiling, preparing, and editing communication, press, and digital materials in UNESCO's working languages. The incumbent will raise awareness about UNESCO's activities and events, contributing to the planning, coordination, and assessment of campaigns, press activities, and engagement events. This position is crucial for effectively conveying UNESCO's messages and strengthening its institutional narrative to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include streamlining content across corporate channels and engaging external audiences, particularly the media. This involves preparing drafts for the website, social media, and press outreach, and supporting their dissemination. The role requires identifying, compiling, and editing audience-relevant content such as press releases, web stories, and briefings to effectively communicate UNESCO's messages and activities. Developing positive media relations by identifying key contacts, ensuring message consistency, and exploring partnerships is essential. Additionally, the incumbent will contribute to social media content creation, including visual elements, and manage website content updates. Training colleagues on content management platforms and communication skills is also a part of the role.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in communications, public information, media relations, or digital content creation is necessary, with at least one year at an international level. Experience in drafting, editing, and translating communication materials for diverse audiences, managing social media campaigns, and using web content management systems is expected.

Skills

Essential skills include strong organizational and multitasking abilities, excellent coordination and interpersonal skills, and superior writing and editorial capabilities. Proficiency in current social media editing and video-making trends, the ability to tailor content for different platforms, and strong attention to detail are crucial. The candidate should be creative, able to work independently, and possess strong communication skills for effective collaboration.