SDG Local Action Communications & Research Analyst

UN News; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UN News seeks a Communications and Research Analyst to highlight the role of local and regional governments in Agenda 2030 through SDG storytelling and knowledge products. You will design content, draft policy briefs, and support exchanges among participating governments.

Working closely with the Learning and Knowledge Generation Analyst, you will develop advocacy materials, consolidate project data, and help share lessons learned across UNDP initiatives in a dynamic, globally connected

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in Communications, Literature, History, Journalism, Social and Political Sciences, International Development or Urban studies is required.
• Alternatively, a first-level degree with two years of qualifying experience will be considered.
• Fluent written and spoken English; strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support exchange among local and regional governments on SDG implementation.
• Elaborate knowledge products and policy briefs for the project.
• Develop SDG stories and learning materials for stakeholders.
• Liaise with UNDP project personnel globally to collect information and lessons learned.
• Assist in coordinating and documenting project metrics and communications needs.

Skills

Communications

Research

Knowledge management

Public policy

Urban development

Data analysis

Event organization

Stakeholder engagement

Writing

Education

Advanced degree in Communications or related field

Bachelor's degree + 2 years qualifying experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Canva

Social media management

Job description

UN News seeks a Communications and Research Analyst to highlight the role of local and regional governments in Agenda 2030 through SDG storytelling and knowledge products. You will design content, draft policy briefs, and support exchanges among participating governments.

Working closely with the Learning and Knowledge Generation Analyst, you will develop advocacy materials, consolidate project data, and help share lessons learned across UNDP initiatives in a dynamic, globally connected