IMEO Writer & Editor

Result of Service

Communications support and expertise, with a particular focus on writing and editing, content strategy, and message development.

Work Location

Paris, France / Remote

Expected duration

12 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The UN Environment Programme’s International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) is a data-focused, action-oriented initiative that drives deep reductions in methane emissions – the second biggest contributor to global climate change and a key opportunity to reduce warming in the near-term. IMEO’s mission is to provide the open, reliable, and actionable methane data needed to cut emissions at the speed and scale necessary to achieve the Paris Agreement goals. To do this, IMEO is harnessing a methane data revolution under way thanks to rapidly advancing technology and momentum for methane action. IMEO collects, integrates, and reconciles data from methane-detecting satellites, scientific measurement studies, rigorous industry reporting through the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0), and national emissions inventories. These initiatives are game-changers for climate action – and as a core implementing partner of the Global Methane Pledge, IMEO is shaping the future of methane mitigation. The Writer & Editor will work as an in-house journalist and content strategist, surfacing and telling the stories of how IMEO data is enabling action to cut methane emissions. The ideal candidate is curious, creative, and able to craft a clear narrative out of complex topics. Our team works in a fast-paced, international and results-oriented environment, and we are driven by our vision and mission to enable the world to achieve its climate goals through rapid methane action. The Writer & Editor will work under the guidance of IMEO’s Communications Manager and in close coordination with IMEO’s Digital Media Expert and colleagues across UNEP’s Climate Change and Communications Divisions. Duties and responsibilities will include: Messaging & Content Strategy • Maintain messaging and speaking points to drive proactive communications, persuasive storytelling, and broad education efforts around IMEO’s activities. • Develop and implement a content strategy that reaches across IMEO projects and workstreams to surface key insights and deliver them to target audiences – with particular emphasis on creating a stream of content for IMEO’s methane data platform. • Facilitate regular editorial meetings to generate fresh stories and new angles for IMEO’s data-driven work, while coordinating an editorial calendar to track upcoming scientific studies, data products, and external events. • Coordinate scoping of IMEO publications and supporting materials, while exploring opportunities to improve integration with IMEO’s digital and web presence. Content Production & Promotion • Create, edit, and proofread written and digital content, such as blogs, press releases, video scripts, factsheets, reports, and other materials. • Closely collaborate with colleagues across IMEO – scientists, data analysts, policy experts and others – to scope, develop and factcheck communications content. • Coordinate with IMEO’s Communications Manager and Digital Media Expert, as well as UNEP Communications Division, to ensure content is effectively promoted across IMEO and UNEP communications channels. • Craft speaking points to support the launch of IMEO methane science and data products, engagement at external events, media interviews, and presentations. • Serve as coordination focal point for the development of IMEO publications, including with colleagues across UNEP’s Communications Division and Climate Change Division.

Qualifications/special skills

Undergraduate and/or Graduate degree in communications, media, or a related field. Minimum four to six years of experience in communications, content strategy, and/or journalism, preferably related to climate, energy sector, or data-oriented communications. Impeccable writing and editing skills, with experience in roles translating complex topics into clear and concise messaging for diverse audiences. Proactive and attentive to detail with exceptional analytical and research skills. Demonstrated ability to deliver appealing and impactful content against occasionally tight deadlines. Demonstrated experience collaborating across workstreams and subject matter experts to generate stories and tailor them for specific audiences. Track record of solutions-oriented and proactive working approach, with strong project management skills, ability to meet deadlines, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Languages

Full fluency in English. Additional language fluency is a plus.

Additional Information

Objectives o Translate technical IMEO knowledge, findings, and research products into accessible messages and compelling content. o Increase the reach of IMEO’s messages and engagement with key audiences through the execution of a content strategy reaching across IMEO workstreams. Output expectations o Develop and maintain messaging and speaking points for IMEO data products, scientific publications, and external engagements. o Create a content strategy to support the promotion of IMEO insights across key audiences, with specific support for content generation within the IMEO methane data platform. o Craft, edit, and proofread written and digital content, such as blogs, press releases, video scripts, factsheets, and reports. o Manage an editorial calendar and regular meetings to proactively surface story opportunities and track key moments for content development. o Coordinate across IMEO project teams and UNEP Divisions to scope and develop key publications. o Measure and report on the impact of IMEO’s published content. Performance indicators o IMEO narrative is clearly and consistently communicated across platforms. o New data-oriented stories are surfaced and key insights are mainstreamed across target audiences. o IMEO experts and allies are equipped with communications materials needed to effectively convey key messages.

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.