Consultant

Individual contractor on communications

CO-NDESA17 June 2026OtherNew York12 June 2026
Formality1/5Low
Experience
1
15y
5y — Mid
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Official job descriptionSourced from DESA · Last verified 2026-06-12
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Result of Service

Output 1: Redesigned and fully functional LDC-V conference website, including improved UX/UI, updated information architecture, and mobile-responsive design. Output 2: Enhanced UN-OHRLLS corporate website with updated content, improved navigation, and optimized performance, including regular maintenance and updates. Output 3: Production of a suite of digital and multimedia advocacy materials (e.g., infographics, videos, social media assets) supporting MTR outreach campaigns.

Work Location

On/Off premises

Duties and Responsibilities

The individual contractor is located within the Advocacy and Outreach Unit of UN-OHRLLS. He/she will report directly to the Head of the Advocacy and Outreach Unit or another designated officer, under the overall supervision of the Director of UN-OHRLLS. UN-OHRLLS is undertaking enhanced advocacy, communications, and outreach efforts in preparation for the Midterm Review (MTR) of the Doha Programme of Action, scheduled for 2027. These efforts aim to raise global awareness of the Doha Programme of Action and the ongoing development challenges faced by Least Developed Countries, while strengthening engagement with Member States, UN system partners, civil society, youth, and other stakeholders. Given current capacity constraints, dedicated technical expertise is required to strengthen digital communications, branding, and outreach—particularly through the refurbishment of the LDC-V conference website, enhancements to the UN-OHRLLS corporate website, and the production of digital and multimedia advocacy materials.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree in public information, communications, journalism, marketing, web development, or a related field is required. A first-level university degree combined with additional qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree. Skills and Competencies • Proficiency in MS Office applications is required. • Strong verbal and written communication skills is required. • Advanced expertise in website content management systems, particularly Drupal, is required. • Proficiency with graphic design and multimedia software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Canva) is required. • Solid understanding of digital communications strategies, user experience (UX) design, and accessibility standards is required. A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public information, strategic communications, web development, or related fields is required. Experience working with international organizations and knowledge management platforms is highly desirable. Prior experience with the United Nations system is an asset.

Languages

For this position, fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.
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The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs supports the intergovernmental UN machinery on sustainable development, financing for development, and population dynamics. It produces statistics, policy guidance, and capacity-building for member states. Roles include economists, statisticians, conference officers, and sustainable development specialists in New York.

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