United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) · 10 hours ago
Strategic Communications Specialist (Writer/Editor) - Office-based
New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking a Strategic Communications Specialist (Writer/Editor) to enhance its communications efforts. This role involves producing high-quality written content and ensuring editorial excellence across various communications materials, while collaborating with teams to align outputs with organizational priorities.
International Trade & Development
Responsibilities
Generate original, high-quality content aligned with organizational priorities
Translate complex ideas into clear and engaging copy, avoiding jargon while ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for diverse global audiences
Adapt writing style and tone for various formats including messages, narratives, press releases, media statements, op-eds, brochures, donor briefs, reports, speeches, blogs and internal communications
Ensure consistency and coherence across platforms
Serve as lead writer and editor for high-visibility outputs, ensuring clarity, grammar, and logic
Use tools like Word’s Editor function and/or coordinate with a copy editor on retainer for fast turnaround
Provide final review and copy editing for different communications materials before dissemination
Oversee consistency in UN language use across all BERA outputs
Ensure text alignment with the UN terminology database and UN editorial guidelines
Work under tight deadlines to produce or refine content in response to emerging priorities or crises
Collaborate with communications leads to ensure timely delivery of strategic outputs during high-stakes moments
Manage and oversee editing projects as needed, liaising with internal clients and coordinating with external editors to uphold high editorial and quality standards
Guide in the scoping of copyediting projects, including estimating the cost and timeline
Qualification
Required
Advanced University Degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Communications, International Relations, Global Communications, or other relevant field is required, or A first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) in the areas mentioned above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree
Minimum of 5 years (with Master´s degree) or 7 seven years (with bachelor's degree) of experience in strategic communications, partnership engagement, or related field
Demonstrated experience writing across multiple formats: press releases, speeches, reports, donor briefs, blogs, and social media posts
At least 5 years of professional editing and writing experience in communications, journalism, publishing, or international development
Fluency in the English language is required
Preferred
Experience mentoring or guiding junior writers/editors, and coordinating with external vendors
Experience as a subeditor, copywriter, or journalist
Proven track record of experience producing content for international organizations, NGOs, or media outlets
Hands-on experience using editing/proofreading tools (Word Editor, Grammarly, or similar)
Company
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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