Individual Contractor – Public Awareness & Outreach

About the role

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking an Individual Contractor to support public awareness and outreach activities for the Basel, Rotterdam and Stockholm Conventions (BRS) Secretariat. The contractor will work on communication initiatives leading up to the 2027 Conferences of the Parties (COPs), helping to raise the profile of priority issues, events and programme achievements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement information programmes to publicise priority issues, events and initiatives of the BRS Secretariat in the run‑up to the 2027 COPs.
• Draft information strategies, monitor progress, produce analytical reports and take follow‑up actions.
• Prepare detailed media coverage plans, organise press conferences, interviews, seminars and special events.
• Produce communication materials such as press kits, releases, speeches, brochures, factsheets, newsletters, videos and social‑media content.
• Coordinate exhibition and event logistics for the 2027 BRS COPs fair and parallel events, including thematic planning and promotional activities.

Required profile

• Relevant experience in public awareness, outreach or communications, preferably in an international or environmental context.
• Ability to work under the supervision of the Head of the Policy and Strategy Unit and collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills to monitor programme outcomes.

Required skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Proficiency in preparing press materials, newsletters, and multimedia content.
• Experience with media planning and event coordination.

What we offer

• Six‑month contract based in Geneva.
• Opportunity to contribute to high‑visibility international environmental negotiations.