Communications Consultant

JOB DETAILS

Type of contract : Consultant Contract

Level :  Level 1 - Junior

Hiring Unit : Sciences Sector (SCS) 

Duty Station : Paris

Work location : On site

Duration of contract : 11 months

Hiring open to : External candidates

Application deadline (Midnight UTC+2 Time) : 19/08/2026

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

Background

Under the overall authority of the Assistant Director-General for Sciences (ADG/SCS), the direct supervision of the Chief of the Executive Office (EO/SCS), and in close coordination with the Executive Officer and the Head of Knowledge Management Unit, the contract holder will support the implementation of the SCS Communication strategy, by supporting Sector-wide actions, notably for the following Programmes:

a) Bioethics and Ethics of Science and Technology

b) Management of Social Transformations and Foresight

c) Inclusion, Rights and Intercultural Dialogue

d) Youth Coordination

ASSIGNMENTS

The contract holder shall be responsible for the following tasks supporting the implementation of SCS digital communication priorities :

• Coordinate the Sector’s events, and priorities in close collaboration with  the above-mentioned sections, primarily in English, French in accordance with UNESCO’s communication guidelines.


• Support the Sector’s planning, development, and implementation of communication for events, initiatives, and International Days under the responsibility of the above-mentioned sections.


• Provide communication support to the Executive Officer in relation to cross-cutting initiatives involving coordination with the above-mentioned sections.


• Coordinate updates to the sections’ contributions to the UNESCO Calendar of Events and other planning tools, ensuring timely communication planning and follow-up for major and high-level events. Maintain updated the calendar of events for the SCS Sector to be made available to all and feed CPE Trello Board.

• Contribute to the development of digital communication to enhance visibility, and stakeholder engagement, including for the Social Transformations Week (29 sept – 2 oct), and the MOST Forum (29 September) and incorporate feedback from colleagues, programme specialists, and supervisors.


• Draft and prepare online communication materials, including, flyers, web stories, visual assets, and other outreach products.


• Coordinate the editing, translation, and online publication of content, including articles, web pages, event pages primarily in English and French.


• Ensure the regular maintenance and updating of web content, in close coordination with sections/programme teams and UNESCO communication services.


• Coordinate the consolidation, quality control, and timely submission of briefing materials for the Director-General, the Assistant Director-General, and other senior officials, liaising with the concerned sections and relevant UNESCO entities to ensure coherence, accuracy, and alignment with institutional priorities.


• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of events, and engagements, including liaison with organizing teams, preparation of communication and briefing materials, and documentation through photography and video coverage when required.


• Carry out any other tasks as required by the Executive Officer to support the effective implementation of programme activities and communication priorities.


• Design a pamphlet (graphic design of the pamphlet cover and its interiors) on the collaboration between La Caixa Foundation and UNESCO MOST.
  
  

The Contract Holder undertakes to perform these duties with care, professionalism, and diligence, and to comply with the instructions of his/her supervisor in connection with the responsibilities described above.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates are kindly requested to apply and submit one single document including the following elements:

• A letter of interest explaining how your qualifications and experience make you suitable for the position.


• Curriculum Vitae or Resume


• A brief technical and financial proposal of no longer than 1500 words (approximately 3 sides of A4) indicating monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above (Applications submitted without a monthly rate will not be considered).

Please note that this will be a full-time position, and the consultant will work from UNESCO’s premises in Paris. 

The approach he/she would adopt to carry out the assignment including any inputs that maybe required from UNESCO.

Your application should be submitted as one document incorporating all the required elements (pdf format) to be uploaded in the application section "Employment History Form"

Application should be done through Success Factor only. In case you are unable to attach the required documents in the system, you may send an email to [email protected] quoting the reference (24110) in the subject line of your e-mail.  

No modifications can be made to the application once submitted.

Please note:

That all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information.

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.

To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted. 

The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications.  

Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course. 

Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.


• UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.


• lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.


• All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.


• The statutory retirement age at UNESCO is 65 years.


• UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.