Part-Time Communications Associate (Consultant)

About the role

The United Nations University Centre for Policy Research (UNU-CPR) is looking for a part-time (60%) Communications Associate to strengthen the visibility, reach and impact of the Centre's work in Geneva. The Consultant works with colleagues in Geneva and the UNU-CPR Communications team in New York, supporting publications, digital communications, media engagement and multimedia production, and helping position UNU-CPR's research within the Geneva policy ecosystem. The position is based in Geneva and is filled under a Consultant Contract (CTC) for an initial 12-month period.

Key responsibilities

• Edit and oversee the layout and design of Geneva reports, policy briefs and research papers, in line with UN/UNU editorial standards
• Help the Geneva research team turn research findings into accessible content for policy and practitioner audiences
• Provide editorial and publication support to the New York office when needed
• Build relationships with Geneva journalists and international media, and identify opportunities for researchers and research to appear in news, interviews, commentaries and briefings
• Identify opportunities to engage with events, multilateral processes and Geneva institutions
• Manage the public-facing online presence and support audio-visual content such as short videos, interviews, podcasts and event content

Required profile

• Master's degree in communications, journalism, international relations, political science, public policy or a related field; a bachelor's degree plus relevant professional experience may be accepted
• At least 3 years of experience in communications, journalism, public affairs, publishing or a related field, preferably in an international organization, think tank or research institution
• Experience communicating complex policy research to policy, media and wider audiences
• Strong knowledge of the International Geneva ecosystem, including the UN system and international organizations; existing Geneva networks are an advantage
• Fluency in English and French

Required skills

• Microsoft Word and advanced document formatting
• Content management systems for website content
• Auditory-video editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Descript, or equivalent
• Canva or similar design tools
• Social media publishing and analytics, especially LinkedIn

Remuneration is CHF 3,240 to CHF 3,750 per month. Mission travel, if required, is paid by UNU subject to medical clearance, security clearance, visa and other prerequisites. The expected start date is by 1 March 2027; applications close on 30 November 2026.