Communications Expert

The Communications Expert will implement the communication strategy for the SWITCH to circular economy value chains project, promoting circular economy practices and supporting capacity development. The role involves developing communication materials, coordinating promotional activities, and enhancing the project's digital presence to support sustainable industrial development.

Responsibilities

• Implement the approved communication strategy material ensuring the promotion of the project through posts/photos on project activities and events in real time; keep flow of visibility constantly updated to maintain a flow of information on a weekly basis.
• Review, edit and proofread the existing brochure(s)/material, develop key messages (output-wise), newsletter template and other communication materials.
• Support provided in developing the key communication products.
• Contribute to the creation of strategies and roadmap for developing innovative promotional tools and materials; upgrade the digital presence of the project in all areas of its activity.
• Train the project team on planning, producing and coordinating online/digital communication materials to enhance the project’s impact.
• Prepare a final report of the assignment including the analysis and observations made in the deliverables as well as recommendations.
• Coordinate the promotional materials (gadgets, banners, flyers), success story videos and features in magazines, in coordination with graphic designers, film teams, print suppliers, journalists and project partners and ensure materials are distributed effectively.
• Contribute to the implementation of campaigns, specifically the preparation and organization of (outreach) events (e.g. contests, webinars, Instagram Live sessions), and media features (e.g. TV show), in cooperation with regional partners, beneficiaries and media contacts.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in communication, journalism, public relations, international relations or other relevant discipline is required.
• At least five (5) years of professional experience in public relations, communication, developing communication/visibility strategy and/or advice for promoting technical cooperation projects at international level, is required.
• Experience in developing and implementing effective media and outreach strategies is required.
• Experience in drafting, editing, writing press release, media assets/excerpts is required.
• Experience in tailoring key messages to different target audiences is required.
• Prior demonstrated familiarity with environmental issues, such as experience with resource efficient and cleaner production, circular economy, global value chains, MSMEs or other related areas of work, is required.
• Prior demonstrated experience with EU-funded projects, including experience with Communication and Visibility Requirements in EU-financed External Actions, the European Commission English Style Guide and UNIDO’s communication guidelines, is required.
• Experience in evaluating the needs, conditions and problems in developing countries is desirable.
• Experience in researching and analyzing information independently, making linkages with the strategic vision of the Organization and recommending solutions is desirable.
• Advanced knowledge of and proficiency with multiple creative applications required, including Adobe Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, Final Cut Pro and website editing software is desirable.
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Fluency and/or working knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Skills

• Public Relations
• Communication Strategy
• Media Outreach
• Press Release Writing
• Message Tailoring
• Environmental Communication
• Circular Economy Knowledge
• EU-funded Project Communication
• Communication and Visibility Requirements
• European Commission English Style Guide
• UNIDO Communication Guidelines
• Research and Analysis
• InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Premiere
• Final Cut Pro
• Website Editing

Languages

English