Junior Professional – Event Communications
JOB DETAIL
This temporary position is designed to provide professional development opportunities to young professionals or recent graduates, under 35 years old; it offers the incumbent the unique opportunity to acquire hands-on experience in event communications in an environmental international organization.
The Junior Professional – Event Communications will assist the Event Communications Manager and the Global Convenings and Events team in coordinating communications for the quadrennial IUCN World Conservation Congress, the annual Leaders Forum, and other IUCN events. This role involves supporting the development and implementation of communications strategies for a range of events, from small meetings to large-scale virtual and hybrid convenings. The Junior Professional will play a key role in content creation, stakeholder engagement, and logistical support to ensure the success of these events.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Content Creation and Coordination:
o Assist in the development and production of event communications and marketing materials, including website content, multimedia, email campaigns, and printed materials.
o Support the translation and localisation of communications materials in English, French, and Spanish.
• Event Support:
o Assist in capturing and promoting event highlights, including photos, videos, and key outcomes.
o Support post-event communications to maintain participant engagement and disseminate results.
• Project Management:
o Help manage daily activities of external contractors, including copywriters, graphic designers, videographers, and communications agencies.
o Assist in tracking progress, managing budgets, and compiling monitoring and analytics reports.
• Administrative Support:
o Help prepare internal reports on communications efforts and outcomes, including lessons learned.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Public Relations, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in event marketing or communications.
• Fluency in English is a must; proficiency in French and/or Spanish, or Arabic is a plus.
• Strong writing and editing abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Familiarity with web and social media management, newsletter production, and video production.
• Pro-active, a self-starter, dynamic, and results focused.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Flexible, open-minded, and willing to take on diverse responsibilities, including administrative tasks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment.
• Knowledge of graphic design software is a strong plus.
• Experience with CMS platforms like Drupal or WordPress is an advantage.
• Willingness to work outside normal working hours and travel to events as required.
