Associate Communications Individual Contractor

Vor 5 Tagen

Genf, Genf, Schweiz UNHCR - UN High Commissioner for Refugees Vollzeit

Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)
H (no hardship)
Family Type (not applicable for home-based)
Family
Staff Member / Affiliate Type
CONTR Local Entry and Mid-Level Support
Target Start Date

Job Posting End Date
July 14, 2024
Terms of Reference

GENERAL BACKGROUND OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

The Internal Communications team facilitates global discussions on issues core to our work, shapes our organizational culture and aims to improve our work experience by connecting us more closely to each other and our mandate.

Their objective is to inform, engage and unite colleagues.

The team sits within the Digital Service, which advises and supports teams throughout UNHCR in using digital channels to engage with the people we serve, external audiences and colleagues for better protection, inclusion, solutions, collaboration, and resource mobilization.


The Digital Service is one of the six sections of UNHCR's Division of External Relations (DER). The Division drives efforts to generate empathy for refugees and encourage personal and public engagement in their favour. It comprises more than 700 colleagues globally.

Homebased and working under the direct supervision of the Internal Communications Officer until 31 December 2024 (possibility of extension until 31 Aug 2025), the Assoc.

Internal Communications Individual contractor supports the implementation of the internal communications strategy in collaboration with, & support of, colleagues across the globe.


CONTACT ARRANGEMENT:
Home-based, full-time, 100%

CONTRACT DURATION:
01 September to 31 December 2024 with possibility of extension until 31 August 2025

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are looking for a dynamic, creative and tech-savvy individual contractor who has experience in copywriting, storytelling, communications, with graphic design capacity, to support the day-to-day implementation of the internal communication strategy.

The candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, international, diverse and reactive environment, have the skills and ability to support on creating articles, content, and presentations and competent in using Microsoft Office, graphic design and data visualization tools.

The candidate should have proven ability to work well under pressure on multiple tasks simultaneously, be "client-focused" and deliver creative and quality output in a time-efficient manner.

The candidate will be supporting coordination of activities across multiple internal entities.
The incumbent must have excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.
In addition to being able to independently carry tasks forward, the incumbent must be a very strong team player.

Internal contacts include all those working for the organization, headquarters divisions, regional bureaux and country operations; DER Digital Service, Intranet and Digital Workplace and Knowledge teams; Internal Communications Working Group.


Key responsibilities will include:

  • Research and craft creative and engaging editorial content such as articles, colleagues' profiles and Intranet materials in collaboration with other entities and operations;
  • Support intranet authoring, and update intranet content and webpages;
  • Create communication campaigns for the launch of new internal products using our internal platforms and tools;
  • Produce multimedia materials including animated visuals and videos using UNHCR's video templates;
  • Undertake any other tasks assigned.
    Standard Job Description

Required Languages

,

,

Desired Languages

,

,

Additional Qualifications
*Skills**Education**Certifications**Work Experience*
Other information
This position doesn't require a functional clearance

Home-Based
No

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz UNITAR Vollzeit

    Duration of the contract 6 months 16 August 202 Organizational Unit Communication and Information Technology Support Unit (CITSU) Areas of Specialization:communication, social media, digital marketing, graphic design, journalism, public relations Background:The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) delivers on its mandate to strengthen...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceThe individual contractor shall contribute to enhance the development of and awareness raising on entrepreneurship in Saudi Arabia.Work LocationGeneva, SwitzerlandExpected duration08/09/23 to 31/10/23Responsibilities:Under the supervision of the Chief of the Entrepreneurship Section/Enterprise Branch/ DIAE, the individual contractor will...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceThe Individual Contractor will be specifically responsible for:Preparing daily media monitoring of human rights related news, plus coverage of OHCHR public messaging.Monitoring and analysing current events, public opinion and the press.Work LocationGenevaExpected duration9 monthsResponsibilities:With the direct supervision of the...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz UNITAR Vollzeit

    Duration of the contract 5 months with possibility of renewal 17 September 202 Organizational Unit Social Development Programme Unit (SDPU) Number of job positions 1 Area of Specialization/Thematic Areas:Public health, maternal/infant health, project design and management Overview:The Social Development Programme Unit (SDPU) of UNITAR provides training to...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz International Trade Centre (ITC) Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceEXPECTED OUTPUTS AND TIMELINES: Output 1 (by endApril 2024): Draft sections of SMECO 2024 (draft section on benefit of digital technologies, respond to feedback through revisions in track changes in word; conduct any additional research necessary); Support design of CPCCAF questionnaire and participate in coordination meetings to set up...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz UNITAR Vollzeit

    Duration of the contract 7 months with possibility for extension, on a 50% basis. 24 March 202 Organizational Unit Social Development Programme Unit (SDPU) Number of job positions 1 Area of Specialization/Thematic Areas:Graphic Design / Communications Overview (quick description of the funded project and its context):Quality healthcare and the good health of...

  • Individual Contractor for Communication and Meeting

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceThe individual contractor will assist the Knowledge and Risk Unit with the organization of outreaching activities, communication campaigns, meetings and events to raise stakeholder awareness and support on the sustainable monitoring of Persistent Organic Pollutants for the implementation and successful completion of the GEF-funded project...

  • Communication and Advocacy officer – Individual Contractor

    vor 1 Monat

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN WOMEN) Vollzeit

    JOB DESCRIPTIONResult of ServiceThe ultimate result of services provided by an individual contracted to work for the Tehran Convention Secretariat includes: 1.Communication: The Tehran Convention website is regularly updated and maintained, providing accurate and timely information to stakeholders. Content across various platforms, including social media...

  • Communication and Advocacy officer – Individual Contractor

    vor 1 Monat

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN WOMEN) Vollzeit

    JOB DESCRIPTIONResult of ServiceThe ultimate result of services provided by an individual contracted to work for the Tehran Convention Secretariat includes: 1.Communication: The Tehran Convention website is regularly updated and maintained, providing accurate and timely information to stakeholders. Content across various platforms, including social media...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz International Trade Centre (ITC) Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceEXPECTED OUTPUTS AND TIMELINES: 1. Translated stories, articles, and other content updates ready to be published (timeframe varies from 1 to 4 days turnaround, depending on the complexity and length of the content received). 2. We currently foresee a total of 170,000 words between March and December 202 Work Location Home-Based Expected...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Institute for Training and Research Vollzeit

    Duration of the contract 5 months with possibility of renewal Indicative contract starting date 02 January 2024 Deadline for submission of applications 26 November 2023 Organizational Unit Social Development Programme Unit (SDPU) Number of job positions 1 Area of Specialization/Thematic Areas: Project design and management, public policy, public health,...

  • Visual Communications Design Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceProduce visual communications designs that can be used by the IIIM to enhance the understanding of the IIIM's Mandate.Create impactful visual material that can be adapted for external communications.Expand the branding templates as necessary.Work LocationRemotely/Home BasedExpected duration6 monthsResponsibilities:This position is within the...

  • Digital Workplace Workshop Individual Contractor

    vor 1 Monat

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Vollzeit

    Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)H (no hardship)Family Type (not applicable for home-based)FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate TypeCONTR International Senior Level ProfessionalTarget Start Date Job Posting End DateNovember 28, 2023Terms of ReferenceThe Digital Workplace project is looking at current internal applications its content and communication...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Result of ServiceThis consultancy will focus on developing 4-5 infographics using the content provided in a PPT file. The infographics will be based on 4 components namely, understanding the disaster-climate-health riskscape, Pathways to implement the health aspects of Sendai and Bangkok principles, building resilience in food systems and health...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Job OpeningJob Opening ID: 228435Job Network : Public Information and Conference ManagementJob Family :IMACategory and Level : Consultants, CONDuty Station :GENEVADepartment/Office : International Trade CentreDate Posted : Feb 13, 2024Deadline : Feb 23, 2024Result of ServiceEXPECTED OUTPUTS AND TIMELINES: 1. Translated stories, articles, and other content...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Job OpeningJob Opening ID: 234325Job Network : Economic, Social and DevelopmentJob Family : Programme ManagementCategory and Level : Consultants, CONDuty Station :GENEVADepartment/Office : International Trade CentreDate Posted : May 6, 2024Deadline : May 21, 2024Result of Service Output 1 (20 days of work) by 28 June 2024: Weekly 1page update on status of...

  • Individual Contractor

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz United Nations Vollzeit

    Job OpeningJob Opening ID: 227422Job Network : Economic, Social and DevelopmentJob Family : Economic Affairs (and Sustainable Development)Category and Level : Consultants, CONDuty Station :GENEVADepartment/Office : International Trade CentreDate Posted : Feb 1, 2024Deadline : Feb 13, 2024Result of ServiceEXPECTED OUTPUTS AND TIMELINES: Output 1 (by endApril...

  • Associate, Global Lead Individual Giving

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz ICRC Vollzeit

    Associate, Global Lead Individual Giving:Context:The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and longer-term systemic responses and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are...

  • Communication Specialist

    vor 1 Monat

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz Plan International Vollzeit

    JOB DESCRIPTIONResult of ServiceThe contractor will contribute to the work of the secretariat by: – Review and input into the draft reports and articles on the project, 60 pages in English; – Write news, articles, PRs and content of the project's website, 80 pages in English; – Social media posts, content for the website, flyers and poster, Power Point...

  • Sales Associate

    vor 2 Wochen

    Genf, Genf, Schweiz GiGroup Vollzeit

    For our important client, Italian Luxury Fashion Company, we are looking for:Sales Associate - GenevaFor our Client's boutique in Geneva, we are looking for someone responsible for excellent customer care and service quality to make every customer feel welcomed and cherished on an exclusive level.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Achieve and exceed individual...