JOB DESCRIPTION

Result of Service

1. Three (3) case studies related to the UNEP marine and coastal ecosystems small grants 2. Content for UNEP webpage on small grants 3. One (1) content calendar for GFCR social media posts 4. Twelve (12) social media posts for the GFCR 5. Six monthly social media analytic reports for the GFCR 6. Monthly newsletter designed and formatted for the marine and coastal ecosystems 7. Four (4) side events delivered at UNEA-7 under nature pillar 8. Three (3) media and communications products related to UNEP’s work on marine & coastal ecosystems

Work Location

Nairobi

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action. This position is hosted by the UNEP Marine and Coastal Ecosystem Unit in the Marine and Freshwater Branch. The Ecosystems Division works with international and national partners, providing technical assistance and capacity development for the implementation of environmental policy, and strengthening the environmental management capacity of developing countries and countries with economies in transition. Within the Marine and Coastal Ecosystem Unit, the Communications Specialist will support the UNEP team to deliver communications deliverables related to UNEP’s work on marine ecosystems and gender mainstreaming into projects and programmes. The overall objective of the UNEP”s Ecosystems Division is to support countries in conserving, restoring and sustainably managing their terrestrial, freshwater and marine ecosystems, the biodiversity they contain and the products and services they provide for human well-being and prosperity. The Division”s mandate is to address the environmental causes and effects from an ecosystems approach, including the consequences of disasters and conflicts. Focusing on tackling the climate change, biodiversity loss, rampant pollution, across freshwater, aquatic and associated ecosystems, the Marine and Freshwater Branch helps countries develop policies and programmes to respond to ecosystems challenges, and reduce pollution from land-based activities, increase resilience to climate change and reflect linkages between poverty and the environment in their development planning. The Marine and Coastal Ecosystems Unit leads on the development of flagship programmes and a portfolio of projects that advance the conservation, restoration and sustainable management of marine and coastal ecosystems. Under the supervision of the Marine and Freshwater Branch’s Marine and Coastal Ecosystem Unit Chief and Programme Management Officer, the consultant will perform the following duties:

• Prepare 3 short case studies reports of best practices and lessons learned from small grants projects, with photos, quotes and maps, based on existing reports and information gathering from implementing partners. These can include case studies by theme (gender and traditional knowledge) or location, among others.
• Draft the content of a UNEP webpage on the marine and coastal ecosystems small grants programme
• Develop and implement a content calendar for the Global Fund for Coral Reefs’ (GFCR) social media channels (LinkedIn, Bluesy, Instagram, etc.) aligned with key events (UNGA, COP30, UNEA, OOC etc.).
• Draft, design, and post compelling social media content for the Global Fund for Coral Reefs, including graphics, carousels, short videos, case studies and stories.
• Design and format a quarterly newsletter for the Global Fund for Coral Reefs
• Monitor social media engagement metrics for the Global Fund for Coral Reefs, prepare monthly analytics reports on social media data, and recommend optimizations.
• Coordinate side events, webinars and other events, including From Ridge to Reef: Ocean-Climate-Biodiversity Solutions for Resilient, Prosperous Coastal Communities, for UNEA-7 and Our Oceans Conference
• Organize bilateral meetings with partners when requested
• Prepare media and communication products on marine and coastal ecosystems work of UNEP to raise awareness, and to engage stakeholders and partners
• Provide technical support to the host country in the organization of the Ocean Conference

Qualifications/special skills

A university degree (master’s or equivalent) in communications, environmental studies, marine science, journalism, public relations, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree, combined with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree. .

• A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public information, media relations, or knowledge management, preferably within the environmental or sustainable development sectors is required
• Proven experience in developing and implementing communication strategies, including social media content planning and management across platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and BlueSky is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to draft, edit, and design engaging multimedia content (graphics, short videos, carousels, newsletters, and web content) is desirable.
• Experience in writing and producing case studies or success stories, ideally related to environmental or community-based projects is desirable.
• Strong skills in data analysis and reporting on communication and engagement metrics, with the ability to derive insights and recommend improvements is desirable.
• Experience coordinating events, webinars, and side events at high-level international forums (e.g., UNEA, COP, Our Ocean Conference) is desirable.
• Familiarity with marine and coastal ecosystem issues, coral reef conservation, climate change, and sustainable development is a strong asset is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English is required. Fluency in other UN languages is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.