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Digital Communications Associate

Vacancy #:   5311
Unit:   Global Species & Key Biodiversity Areas Programme
Organisation:   International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:   Headquarters, Gland, Switzerland
Reporting to:   Communications & Business Engagement Manager
Work percentage:   100%
Grade:   A3
Expected start date:   01 May 2020
Type of contract:   Max-term (20 months)
Closing date:   22 March 2020
BACKGROUND
The Digital Communications Associate is part of the Species Conservation Action (SCA) Unit within the IUCN Global Species Programme.

The Digital Communications Associate will be responsible for implementing the SCA Communications Strategy to promote our work and contribute to securing funding for conservation action.

The Digital Communications Associate will report to the Communications and Business Engagement Manager.
JOB DESCRIPTION
• Assist in the formulation of strategies to build a lasting digital connection with donors and the general public;
• Develop creative ideas for content and engagement;
• Planning, implementing and monitoring SCA’s presence on social media in order to increase reach and quality;
• Copy-write for our websites and all social media channels: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn.
• Develop the monthly social media calendar coordinating with the other IUCN teams;
• Liaise with all grantees to ensure they adhere to communications guidelines and deadlines;
• Monitor social media activities and respond instantly when needed.;
• Measure the performance of digital communications efforts using a variety of Web analytics tools;
• Manage and maintain website and donation platform, including external suppliers. Co-ordinate our technical agencies monitoring SEO and SEM;
• Produce high-quality communications products in a range of formats including reports, publications, brochures, web stories, press releases, videos, newsletter;
• Develop high-quality communication report to communicate the conservation successes results;
• Provide communications support for events;
• Regularly analyze digital KPIs’ results, provide regular reporting and recommendations to improve reach, followers and quality;
• Maintain digital and photography assets archive;
• Support the team in any other ways as required by the job (strategy, business engagement, events…).
REQUIREMENTS
  • University degree, in communications/marketing/journalism/PR or related field;
• Advanced Skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint;
• At least two years of relevant experience working at a professional level;
• Strong knowledge and competence with the use of digital analytics to inform the development of marketing campaigns;
• Mandatory experience in copy-writing at a professional level;
• Experience with CMS as well as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and social media best practices;
• Working on environmental issues is an asset;
• Analytical mindset and critical thinking;
• Resourceful; Ability to take initiative, exercise good judgment, think laterally and resolve complex issues in a dynamic and changing environment;
• English – fluent; French and Spanish – an advantage;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Self-driven and able to work independently.
SALARY
The gross annual salary for this position is between CHF 73'019 and CHF 91'274, subject to deductions for social security contributions and second-pillar pension, and before tax. While this is an indicative amount effective as of the current date, changes may occur as per IUCN's compensation practices without prior notice. The same applies to other organisations hosted by IUCN.
APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.

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Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.

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