JOB DESCRIPTION

Result of Service

In line with the work programme delivered during the UNEP FI Annual General Meetings and under the direct supervision of UNEP FI Secretariat, the senior consultant will carry out the following project tasks for the UNEP FI Communications Programme of Work – as shown below.

• Implement a global communications strategy that has clear objectives, messaging and transmission channels for each target audience.
• Maintain a strong brand for UNEP FI, including impactful and fit-for-purpose publications, web site, videos, social media.
• Develop and implement project and topic-based communications strategies across communications channels and strengthen existing communications delivery, with a specific focus on messaging for key stakeholder groups (financial institutions, donors, governments, etc.).
• Develop and coordinate content for websites, social media and UNEP FI communications material to build internal and external visibility and increase interest among key stakeholder groups.

Work Location

Geneva, Switzerland

Expected duration

1 month

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. The overall objective of the UNEP’s Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities. The United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) is the strategic partnership between the United Nations and over 500 banks, insurers and investors. For over 32 years UNEP FI has been shaping and driving the international sustainable finance agenda, setting global standards and growing a global network of leading financial institutions. Through its work-streams and regional activities, peer learning, methodology development, training and research, UNEP FI promotes sustainable finance and helps the financial industry align with and contribute to the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals. UNEP FI needs a senior consultant to work on all their communication requirements, including publications, media and online, and currently does not have the relevant professional expertise internally to carry out the stated tasks. Objectives

• Implement a global communications strategy that has clear objectives, messaging and transmission channels for each target audience.
• Maintain a strong brand for UNEP FI, including impactful and fit-for-purpose publications, web site, videos, social media.
• Develop and implement project and topic-related communications strategies and strengthen existing communications products, with a specific focus on messaging for key stakeholder groups (financial institutions, donors, governments, etc.).
• Develop and coordinate content for websites, social media and UNEP FI communications material to build internal and external visibility and increase interest among key stakeholder groups.
• Coordinate on internal UN communications processes. Specific tasks and responsibilities:
• Develop and maintain communications plan and internal resources.
• Produce UNEP FI’s Annual Overview
• Develop corporate powerpoint content
• Develop corporate information
• Update Members’ Handbook
• Daily social media updates and social media strategy
• Support promotion of Climate COP30 outputs and support preparation of events, develop key messaging
• Write and distribute monthly member newsletters
• Comms strategy and execution for insurance work including iSDGs
• Promotion of work produced by Investment Leadership Programme
• Coordination of inputs for internal UN communications processes. Output Expectations:
• Ensure that all external communications are coordinated in terms of delivery and have a common branding and style. Assist in the development of relevant templates (Word, PowerPoint, etc.) to facilitate this.
• Provide editorial support – including copy-editing and proof-reading.
• Oversee the development, production and distribution of all core publications.
• Lead the promotion of UNEP FI’s publications and news in the appropriate channels.
• Lead the preparation of publicity brochures, factsheets, policy papers, case studies, promotional videos, photographs, multimedia material, etc. as well as in recommending new communications products.
• Coordination of service providers where applicable (designers, video producers, etc.)
• Coordinate content for UNEP FI website and microsites (UNEPFI.org etc), direct online strategy and complete daily web updates.
• Assist with development of websites and other web requirements with the digital coordinator.
• Coordinate members’ extranet content and updates.
• Establish key tracking and performance indicators and review web metrics reports related to most read content.
• Coordinate three social media channels including writing content and posting.
• Lead and support team members on press engagement, maintaining a high-quality media database and media monitoring reports as needed.
• Organize press conferences, press briefings, interview and media events if appropriate.
• Lead other external communications activities on behalf of UNEP FI as necessary.
• Support the UNEP FI Workstream leads (Climate Change and Social Issues), Investment and Insurance Industry leads –and Regional Coordinators in communicating their work.
• Support the UNEP FI team in their outreach work with members, other financial institutions, other UN agencies, NGOs, think-tanks.
• Write and distribute member communications and email campaigns, as well as monthly newsletters and the Members’ Handbook.
• Support across teams on communications planning and internal processes.
• Coordinate on communications campaigns with colleagues across projects and workstreams. The consultant shall be under the overall supervision of the Head of UNEP FI report directly to the Deputy Head UNEP FI. The consultant will work in close coordination with communications colleagues and others in UNEP FI’s Secretariat.

Qualifications/special skills

Academic background: A bachelor’s degree is required relevant to communications, marketing, design, public / media relations, business, finance, environment, sustainability, or equivalent education and experience. A master’s degree may be accepted in lieu of a bachelor’s degree, provided the candidate has 7 years of experience. Experience: At least nine (9) years working experience in communications is required. Up-to-date proficiency with communications best practices, including social media is required. Experience in implementing communications strategies. Exceptional proven writing, editing and written communication skills. Creative and resourceful strategist with a track record of proactivity. Experience of working with the financial sector (banking, insurance and/or investment) is required.

Languages

Languages: English is the working language of UNEP FI. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of other United Nations languages is an asset.

Additional Information

Skills & Knowledge: Excellent oral and written communications skills, strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain good working relations in a multicultural and geographically dispersed environment; Interest in economics, business, finance, or environmental sciences; Ability to cope with heavy workloads, multiple and diverse projects in an organized and timely manner; Attention to detail. The incumbent is expected to work independently and must have significant latitude to be self-directed and be highly motivated.

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.