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Communications Officer, Digital Media

Employer
United Nations Foundation
Location
Washington, DC
Closing date
Jul 8, 2022
Position OverviewThe Communications Officer, Digital Media will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of the Foundation's digital strategy. They will manage, create, edit and post content on , the Foundation's microsites, and social media platforms. They will be responsible for laying out, testing, and sending emails and newsletters, while supporting list management and hygiene. The Communications Officer, Digital Media will support the Foundation's digital marketing program, including Google Ads and paid social media campaigns. In this role, they will be expected to maintain relationships with collaborators across the UN Foundation, UN agency digital communications teams, contacts at social media platforms, and external vendors/contractors. He/she will act as a key point of contact for Foundation staff and partners wishing to post or update content across UNF's channels.In partnership with the Senior Director, Integrated Communications and Public Affairs colleagues, he/she will help develop, propose and implement plans to build engagement across the UN Foundation's digital channels, using data and metrics as a guide.This position is based in Washington, DC (Hybrid schedule)Essential FunctionsEnsure day-to-day maintenance and optimization of UN Foundation's digital properties, in line with digital strategyManage, edit, and create content for websites, including and campaign micrositesAssist with web development process"A cents € from concept to launch"A cents € for new sections on , as well as new sites in consultation with staff and external vendors/contractorsHandle layout, testing, and dissemination of emails and newsletters, while ensuring CRM and list standards are metAct as primary contact on day-to-day digital marketing, including Google Ads and social media paid promotionsHelp conceptualize, optimize and post content for social media channelsAct as main point of contact for Foundation staff and external partners seeking updates to website contentBe responsible, as part of the digital team, for keeping all UNF digital properties up-to-date and for maintaining security, functionality, and consistency with brand look, tone, and voiceInform standard operating procedures for maintaining and optimizing standard operating procedures related to the roleAssist with event planning and live coverage on digital platformsWork with the Public Affairs team and campaign staff to keep branding and messaging consistent online and offlineKeep up-to-date on digital communications industry standards and trends and make recommendationsOther projects and duties may be assignedSelection CriteriaMinimum 3-5 years experience in communications and digital media, either in a campaign, political, PR agency, or NGO settingBachelor's degree in English, Communications, Public Relations, International Relations or related fieldExcellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work independently and with a team to identify, explore and implement creative digital and social media strategies; make recommendations for content and online toolsConsiderable experience with social media and digital ad platforms (including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Google Ads, etc.)Proficiency in the use of analytics platforms, including Google AnalyticsUnderstanding of email marketing concepts, best practices, and platformsDigital advertising experience, a plusExperience with content management systems, in particular, WordPressProficiency in SEO, HTML, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and video editing software such as Adobe PremiereStress tolerance and resilience; sense of humor; highly organized; attention to detail; self-starter; ability to work under pressure with multiple and shifting prioritiesStrong skills working in teams and across many types of organizations "A cents € team-oriented, problem solver, relationship-builder, and strong inter-personal skillsAbility to multitask in a very fast-paced, often rapidly-changing environmentGeneral knowledge of global issues and the United Nations system, and an understanding of the UN Foundation mission, programs, strategy, and goalsA writing test is part of the recruitment process for this roleAbility to meet regular attendance/tardiness policyAbility to work under pressure and handle stressBenefits & CompensationFor full-time, benefit eligible employees, UNF offers an excellent range of benefits, including:a choice between two health plans through UnitedHealthcare (PPO or HDHP with HSA)dental insurancevision insuranceflexible spending accounts403b retirement savings plan with a generous matching contributiongroup term and supplemental life insuranceshort-term disabilitylong-term disabilityhealth club discountscommuter subsidyback-up careemployee assistance programAdditionally, all benefit eligible employees have 12 paid holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 8 weeks of family leave care.The United Nations Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative-action employer. The United Nations Foundation provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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