Communications UNV

Job Description

**Deadline to apply is 20 August 2025**

Mission and objectives

APCTT is a regional institution of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) servicing the Asia-Pacific region. APCTT promotes an enabling environment for innovation, transfer and commercialization of technologies in 53 member states and 9 associate members of UNESCAP. All member states and associate members of UNESCAP are de facto members of APCTT. APCTT&aposs vision is to enhance regional cooperation for innovation, adoption, diffusion and transfer of innovative and emerging technologies in the Asia-Pacific region for addressing climate change and achieving SDGs. The Centre is engaged in capacity building and technical assistance, knowledge management, policy support, and technological facilitation activities.

Context

APCTT is strengthening its communications for greater outreach to

(1) showcase its work and achievements in technology cooperation and transfer for sustainable, equitable and inclusive development in Asia and the Pacific, and

(2) ensure effective and accelerated flow of information, successes and comparative technology and learnings among all targeted stakeholders. The Centre currently is also in the process of developing/updating its overall Communication strategy.

In this direction, APCTT would like to hire a UNV with notable communication skills, and experience in developing communication products and supporting outreach activities. S/he will work under the overall supervision of the Head of APCTT and direct supervision of the Programme Officer at APCTT. S/he will of assist APCTT in developing communication products in strengthening the Centres communication and outreach activities, and in implementation of its Communication strategy.

Task description

The UNV will assist in strengthening the Centres communication and outreach activities, and support implementation of the Centres communication strategy. Key tasks include: Develop communication products including short videos, posters and newsletters and other communication material and products.

Support programme team in strengthening media and social media outreach, including developing key messages, media stories and content for social media and other outreach channels.

Support APCTT in website upgradation ensuring that content clearly projects the impact and achievements of the Centres activities and adheres to the organizational guidelines.

Support in developing exhibition related material products as well as active participation and organizing relevant exhibitions.

Explore and utilise contemporary innovative communication tools, including digital and AI based tools, to showcase activities and enhance visibility. Inform the staff of the new developments in the communication landscape in this regard.

Strengthen overall outreach in line with organizational branding and messaging guidelines.

Relevant experience

3 years

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Master&aposs degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field

Skills and experience

Experience in communications and outreach, design of communication products using various media.

Experience of working in international organizations or/and with UN and its specialized agencies is highly desirable.

Ability to convey complex ideas in a creative, clear, direct and lively style.

Proven knowledge of visual communications principles and fluency with design software.

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