Digital Communications Associate in Genève

ulliPosition Title: Digital Communications Associate /liliStarting date: 1 January 2027 /liliOccupational rate: 100% (Full-time) /liliDuration: 12 months, with the possibility of extension /li /ulpThe United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is a voluntarily funded, autonomous institution within the United Nations. One of the few policy institutes worldwide focusing on disarmament, UNIDIR generates knowledge and promotes dialogue and action on disarmament and security. Based in Geneva, UNIDIR assists the international community to develop the practical, innovative ideas needed to find solutions to critical security problems. /ppUNIDIR’s Strategic Communications team is looking for a Digital Communications Associate to support digital communications activities. Under the supervision of the Digital Communications Specialist, the Digital Communications Associate will contribute to the day-to-day management of UNIDIR’s social media channels, content creation, multimedia production and digital monitoring efforts. Working closely with colleagues across the Institute, the Digital Communications Associate will help develop engaging social media content and strengthen the visibility, reach and impact of the Institute’s work. /ph3Responsibilities /h3pUnder the supervision of the Digital Communications Specialist, the Digital Communications Associate will be responsible for the following duties: /ppb1. Social media management /b /pulliSupport the day-to-day management of UNIDIR’s social media channels, including scheduling and publishing content across platforms. /liliDraft and adapt social media posts to promote UNIDIR publications, events and activities. /liliDevelop creative content ideas, storytelling concepts and digital formats to increase audience engagement and visibility. /liliCreate social media graphics and other digital assets using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent tools. /liliEnsure content aligns with UNIDIR’s brand, editorial standards and communications objectives. /liliSupport community management activities, including monitoring comments, messages and audience interactions, and escalating issues as appropriate. /liliAssist in maintaining editorial calendars and coordinating content planning with programme teams. /li /ulpb2. Multimedia and event coverage /b /pulliSupport the development and production of short-form videos for social media and digital communications. /liliAssist with video planning, scripting, filming and editing. /liliCapture photos and short video content at conferences, events and institutional activities. /liliProvide live social media coverage during events through posts, stories, photos and video clips. /liliMaintain and organize UNIDIR’s digital photo and multimedia library. /liliCoordinate with external photographers, videographers and designers when required. /li /ulpb3. Digital monitoring, analytics and reporting /b /pulliSupport the monitoring of social media performance and audience engagement across digital platforms. /liliAssist with tracking key metrics and identifying trends to help inform content planning and optimization. /liliPrepare regular digital communications reports and updates, including analytics, campaign metrics, insights and highlights. /liliMonitor relevant online conversations, media coverage and emerging trends related to UNIDIR’s work. /liliPerform any other related duties as assigned. /li /ulpThe Digital Communications Associate is required to demonstrate the core values of the United Nations: Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity. In addition, s/he will demonstrate the following competences: /pullibCommunication: /b Identifies the information needs of target audiences and tailors communication accordingly; drafts clearly and concisely; good written and oral language skills; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. /lilibCreativity: /b Actively seeks to improve activities or services; offers new and different options to solve problems; takes an interest in new ideas and ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. /lilibTeamwork: /b Good interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from different national and cultural backgrounds to achieve organizational goals. /lilibPlanning and organizing: /b Uses time efficiently; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary to ensure tasks are completed. /lilibClient orientation: /b Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to understand and reflect the clients’ points of view in their work. /li /ulh3Qualifications and experience /h3pbEducation /b /pulliAdvanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent degree) in communications, public relations, marketing, international relations or relevant field. /liliA first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. /li /ulpbExperience /b /ppbRequired /b /pulliMinimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in digital communications, social media, public information or a related field. /liliDemonstrated experience creating and managing content across social media platforms, including drafting copy, developing visual assets and publishing content. /liliExperience producing multimedia content, including social media graphics, photography and short-form video content. /liliExperience supporting social media coverage of events and campaigns, including content capture, live posting and community engagement. /liliProficiency in social media management, analytics and design tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent), with experience monitoring performance and preparing metrics reports. /liliExperience producing content for UN entities, research institutes, think-tanks or policy-oriented organizations. /liliPrevious experience working on international security, disarmament or arms control issues. /li /ulpbLanguages /b /pulliFor the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. /liliKnowledge of French and other official UN languages is desirable. /liliDo you hold a master’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, international relations or a related field? /liliDo you have at least two years of professional experience in social media or digital communications? /liliDo you have experience producing multimedia content, including graphics, photography and/or video content for digital platforms? /liliDo you have experience supporting communications for conferences, events or outreach campaigns? /liliDo you have experience working on international security, disarmament, arms control or related policy issues? /li /ulpUNIDIR is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr