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Foundation for the Global Compact

Senior Manager, Communications and Content

Foundation for the Global Compact, New York, New York, us, 10261


POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the guidance of the UN Global Compact Head of Communications, the Communications and Content Senior Manager is responsible for driving and overseeing our digital and print communications. The successful candidate will work alongside UN Global Compact and Foundation for the Global Compact colleagues to plan, write, edit and review first-class content for all publications, reports and digital platforms. They will oversee the planning, development, and management of editorial communications and content produced for the UN Global Compact. They will also oversee longer-term editorial plans to redesign and build a new website as part of our digital transformation working closely with other teams. They will play a key leadership role in defining our direction as a digital organization including what content to produce and how to share it, so it communicates the vision and key values of the organization with a wide audience.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Content Strategy

Develop feedback loops across the Comms team and other UNGC teams to ensure that our content strategy is aligned.

Work with the Programmes team and other substantive colleagues to develop content strategy.

Align on brand management with the Brand and Design team and work closely with the content creators to ensure compliance with brand identity and editorial style guidelines.

Ensure consistency across all content, from websites to social media channels and videos.

Update older content to meet new content standards.

Maintain an editorial calendar of project deadlines and content launch dates.

Develop a pipeline of content from across the global organization: plug the right stories into the right channels and outlets to meet our objectives and maximize reach and impact.

Drafting, Editing and Proofreading

Draft, edit, and proofread a wide range of communications materials.

Ensure a consistent tone of voice as well as the look and feel according to UN Global Compact brand guidelines.

Develop or advise on key messages that best resonate with the broader audiences.

Communications

Develop and implement communications strategies and comprehensive supporting plans to achieve communication unit goals.

Provide editorial advice and direction to the other managers, coordinators, and consultants on the Communications team.

Work with a range of other teams in a complex global organization.

Editorial Communications

Pitch, report, write, revise, fact-check, and publish editorial content that advances strategic goals.

Write annual reports and impact reports to effectively showcase organizational learning and progress.

Coordinate with communications team members to ensure your work supports, and is effectively integrated into, our multi-channel campaigns.

Oversee the work of the social media team.

Oversee the production of the monthly Bulletin newsletter.

Website Communications

Working closely with Digital and other teams, oversee project management aspects of the Communications Team to deliver its part on the digital transformation of the website of the UN Global Compact.

Define overall UNGC.org direction and objectives for the Communications team as part of the digital transformation.

Oversee the content development and planning of the Compact Journal working with editorial and other teams to develop a steady pipeline of multimedia content.

COMPETENCIES:

Strong editorial skills and Content Strategy.

Monitoring and Reporting.

Leadership skills in supervising teams and staff.

Must be passionate about the UN Global Compact’s mission and the work we do.

Must exhibit strategic planning and critical thinking skills.

Strong understanding of business English.

Proficient in PowerPoint and Word especially for formatting documents and/or creating templates that align with UN Global Compact brand.

Knowledgeable of project management tools such as Asana.

Knowledgeable or willingness to quickly learn communications tools.

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

First degree (Bachelors or equivalent) preferably in business administration, management, communication, online marketing or related field.

Minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in project/programme management, administration, communication or relationship management.

Proficiency in English is essential (full command on both spoken and written). Knowledge of other UN official languages would be desirable.

At least six years of experience in developing effective communications and/or digital media strategies, preferably in a high-growth environment.

Highly skilled at working with multiple stakeholders simultaneously and experience in communication strategy.

Supervising and coaching people of all backgrounds and skill levels to deliver the best content possible.

BENEFITS:

Salary Range – $100,000-$110,000.

Retirement Plan – 15% employer contribution after 6 months of services with additional 7.5% matching option.

Vacation Days – 30 paid days (6 weeks) per year.

Paid Parental Leave.

Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits – Employee level Coverage.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

Please include the following materials in your email submission to

hrinquiries@unglobalcompact.org

with the subject heading

“Senior Manager, Communications & Content”

Cover Letter (please title in the format: Last Name, First Name Cover Letter).

Resume/CV (please title in the format: Last Name, First Name Resume).

Applications will be accepted until

08 November 2024 .

Given the anticipated volume of submissions, only highly qualified candidates will be contacted. No phone calls or unsolicited emails outside of the submission process.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

The Foundation for the Global Compact does not sponsor work visas.

The Foundation for the Global Compact is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The Foundation for the Global Compact recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

New York, NY 10017: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017

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