Associate Public Information Officer

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.