Knowledge Management and Communication Contractor
Organizational Context
The United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG) seeks a contractor for the Beyond Lab, operating under the Office of the Director-General. This role will provide expert input to project design, stakeholder engagement, and strategic development, focusing on strengthening the contribution of behavioural science within the initiative.
Job Purpose
The contractor will provide expert academic and methodological input to project design, stakeholder engagement, practical guidance, and project scoping. This role is crucial for strengthening the strategic contribution of behavioural science across the wider initiative. The contractor will lead the development of compelling communication materials, support the rollout of key milestones, draft content for various channels, and translate strategic visions into actionable narratives. Additionally, they will leverage AI tools for automation and efficiency, design and maintain knowledge management systems, and contribute to the development of knowledge products. The role also involves supporting day-to-day delivery, project coordination, and logistics for key convenings, ensuring timely and accountable project execution.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of clear, compelling, and visually coherent communication materials, including presentations, workshop guides, and stakeholder updates. Support the design and rollout of communications for key milestones and knowledge product launches. Draft content for newsletters, web updates, and other channels, ensuring consistent messaging. Translate strategic vision into pitch narratives to secure senior-level buy-in. Leverage AI tools for automation in drafting, knowledge management, stakeholder tracking, and communications workflows. Design and maintain knowledge management systems for accessibility and usability. Support the development of knowledge products like briefs and case studies. Synthesize findings from scoping and engagement into structured learning outputs. Contribute to BeSci reporting for partners. Support overall coordination, track progress, and flag risks. Coordinate logistics and substantive preparation for convenings. Maintain workplans, trackers, and internal documentation. Conduct whiteboarding exercises for strategic planning.
Work Experience
A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience is required, including demonstrated experience in at least two of the following: project coordination, knowledge management, communications/content development, and stakeholder engagement in an international or multilateral context. Experience in developing pitch narratives for senior executives is desirable.
Skills
Project coordination, Knowledge management, Communications, Content development, Stakeholder engagement, Written communication, AI tools utilization, Strategic planning, Organizational skills, Ability to work independently and collaboratively across time zones.