COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER, Digital Communications, P3

United Nations; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

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The United Nations invites applications for the Communications Officer, Digital Communications, P-3, within UNDSS. The post is based in New York and reports to the Programme Management Officer leading the Crisis Management Training Project.

It focuses on developing and implementing comprehensive digital communication strategies to enhance the visibility and understanding of UNDSS work and its impact. The role involves managing and optimizing the organization’s online presence across digital

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COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER, Digital Communications, P3

Job Opening

Job Opening ID: 285493

Job Network : Public Information and Conference Management

Job Family : Public Information

Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories , P-3

Recruitment Type : Temporary Opportunities

Department/Office : Department of Safety and Security

The Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) is responsible for providing leadership, operational support and oversight of the United Nations security management system (UNSMS) globally. As a global leader in security risk management principles, UNDSS enables the safe and effective delivery of United Nations programmes and activities in the most complex and challenging environments, while maximizing precious resources. To this end, the work of the Department is aligned under a clear mission, to enable United Nations system programme activities through trusted security leadership and solutions. This is a unique opportunity to join a diverse, dynamic and exciting organization gaining unique and valuable experience where security provides great value. Besides the opportunity to gain new skills and further advance security expertise, this position offers a fulfilling environment that gives you satisfaction by contributing directly or indirectly to peace and security, human rights, and achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. For more information on the Department, and how we make an impact on the world in enabling the achievement of SDGs, visit: https://www.un.org/undss/ The Communications Officer will report to the Programme Management Officer leading the Crisis Management Training Project, within the Office of the Director of Field Operations. The post is presently located in New York. The Communications Officer specializing in Digital Communications will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive digital communication strategies to enhance the visibility and understanding of the UNDSS Division of Field Operations' work and its impact. This includes managing and optimizing the organization's online presence across various digital platforms, creating innovative and engaging content, analysing digital communication metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies and make necessary adjustments. The officer will play a crucial role in enhancing the UNDSS's digital footprint and fostering greater global engagement with its initiatives and programmes.