Työnimike: Communications Assistant

Työnkuvaus:
UNU-WIDER is a leading international development economics think tank. The Institute provides economic analysis and policy advice with the aim of promoting sustainable and equitable development for all. The Institute began operations in 1985 in Helsinki, Finland, as the first research centre of the United Nations University. Today it is a unique blend of think tank, research institute, and UN agency-providing a range of services from policy advice to governments as well as freely available original research. The Institute is looking for an outstanding individual with skills and expertise in communications for development to support the implementation and formulation of project communication plans under the Institute's 2014-18 work programme. Responsibilities As part of the Communications and Events team and under the overall supervision of the Chief of Administration and Programme Services, and the thematic supervision of the Communications Coordinator, the Communications Assistant will perform the following duties: Draft and design of the Institute's standard research translation and dissemination products, project and event reports and blurbs, invitations, expert profiles, web articles, news pieces, bulk mailings, briefs etc. Research, compile and verify background material for promotional material; draft promotional copy for use in different dissemination channels, including website, social media, and email. Extracting data from various sources; support the implementation of the website content management system; Proofread copy written by other staff to achieve fluency, accuracy and consistency of language. Support inclusion of new material in the website; converting documents into HTML; edit documents into format and style consistent with style of the website; prepare and incorporate graphics as needed using Photoshop, InDesign or other graphic design software. Conceptualize and create graphic material for varied print and electronic media projects such as brochures, catalogues, flyers, posters, and online newsletters. Prepare cost estimates for technical collaboration projects and drafting specifications. Disseminate of information and publications; assist communications at public events such as roundtable discussions, press conferences, briefing sessions, interviews. Provide office support to the team; respond to complex information requests and inquiries; process, draft and finalize correspondence and other communications; set up and maintain files/records, organize meetings, monitor deadlines, etc. Assist in the production, editing, and dissemination of video projects; track all production material, producing scripts, scheduling, venues etc. for production; give feedback on outputs and ensure their implementation on project websites, social media and other relevant outreach channels. Maintain a media list, information databases, photo library, Institutional calendar, product information lists, and other team data; maintain and support the institutional publications repository and customer relationship management system; research and retrieve of data from internal and external sources. Monitor, review and record media coverage of UNU-WIDER and its research monthly, and circulate to relevant authorities. Improve the Institutes online presence in Facebook, YouTube, Flickr, and LinkedIn as part of the social media team. Identify, document and draft of best practices and lessons learned. Other duties as requested by the supervisor. Required qualifications and experience A minimum of Master's Degree in Communications, Development Studies, International Relations, or equivalent discipline, with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience. Outstanding command of English language writing and editing for academic and non-academic target audiences. Knowledge of other official UN languages would be an asset. Understands key development issues and economics, and demonstrable skills in translating these for a variety of a

Työnantajan nimi: United Nations University - WIDER Institute

Työnantajan osoite: Katajanokanlaituri 6 B, 00160 HELSINKI

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Työn lyhyt kuvaus: Tiedottajat

Maa: Suomi

Alue: Helsinki-Uusimaa

Sopimuksen kesto: Tilapäinen

Sopimuslaji: Kokopäiväinen

Kokea: 2–5 vuotta

Lähde työtarjous:
MOL/Työ- ja elinkeinoministeriö, Julkiset työvoimapalvelut, Suomi