Writer (retainer), Multiple positions

The overall supervision of the role will be under the responsibility of UNOPS HQ Communications Group (CG) in Copenhagen. CG is responsible for producing and disseminating information about UNOPS to external audiences, as well as facilitating the flow of information within the organization, ensuring efficiency information delivery and broad sharing of knowledge and best practices.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS. UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

***The incumbent will be offered a retainer contract, i.e. one issued for a period of time during which the services of the Individual Contractor will be required to work when and as required. There is no expectation of a minimum number of working days, and the workload will depend on the translation needs of CG.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Write and edit a range of high-quality content, including press releases, articles, information sheets, brochures, newsletters, reports and key messages;
• Produce and oversee the production of specific information/communication products (e.g. brochures, backgrounders);
• Identify and develop storylines for media outreach (e.g. op-eds, photo essays, press releases)
• Liaise with regional and country offices, and project managers to secure and approve information, written content and images prior to publishing.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

• Advanced university (Master’s) degree, preferably in journalism, communications, international affairs, social sciences or other relevant areas of expertise is required;
• A combination of a first-level university degree with 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work experience

• Minimum of two year’s relevant experience, preferably in a communications department is required; Previous experience at UNOPS is an asset;
• Experience liaising with journalists and media outlets is an asset.

Language requirements

• Fluency in English is required;

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.  Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.