UN WOMEN Jobs - 18456- Web Writer/ Editor

Web Writer/ Editor

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

New York - Home-based, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Type of Contract :

Individual Contract

Starting Date :

01-Oct-2010

Application Deadline :

22-Aug-10 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

International Consultant

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

English French Spanish

Expected Duration of Assignment :

6 months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The UN Trust Fund in Support of Actions to Eliminate Violence against Women ("the UN Trust Fund") was established by General Assembly Resolution 50/166, with UNIFEM (part of UN Women) as its Administrator. The UN Trust Fund is a leading source of support for governments, women's groups, civil society organizations and UN Country Teams working to address the global pandemic of violence against women and girls.

A website is now being developed for the UN Trust Fund. It will serve as a key channel for visibility for the UN Trust Fund and provide information on its grants to the public as well as act as a source of resources to grantees, donors and partners.

Under the overall supervision and guidance of the UN Trust Fund Manager, and in close collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Reporting Specialist and the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist, the consultant will be responsible for the maintenance of the UN Trust Fund web content. This will require research into media stories as well as active engagement with the UN Trust Fund team and grantees to develop a range of multilingual communication materials. The work of the incumbent will result in a dynamic and active website that communicates effectively to target audiences and has a demonstrated increase in web presence over time.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Strategic planning

Prepare a web editorial plan that includes milestones, timeline, deadlines and budget based on an analysis of UN Trust Fund strategic objectives, and in consultation with the UN Trust Fund Reporting Specialist and the UNIFEM (part of UN Women) Communication and Web Team
Coordinate all aspects of the web editorial plan (planning, budgeting, implementing, monitoring, reporting); ensure plan is appropriately resourced in the overall UN Trust Fund budget; update plan as needed; provide regular updates on progress
Develop and apply editorial process and approval workflows in the web content management system, in collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist

2. Content writing and editing

Maintain the UN Trust Fund website with written and multimedia content that is clear, concise, vivid, and conveys key messages to target audiences
Ensure that all content is timely, accurate and compelling
Regularly prepare, write and edit new web content in consultation with the UN Trust Fund Reporting Specialist
Ensure review of web content drafts, incorporate feedback and get necessary clearance for final version
Edit final version of web content for good flow and readability
Ensure information on the mandate, history, governance, strategic directions, statistics, donors, partners, documents and reports on the activities on the Fund is regularly updated
Ensure information on annual call for proposals, application and appraisal process is regularly updated
Regularly produce human interest stories ("Stories from the Field") that give a "human face" to the work of the UN Trust Fund and its grantees
Produce grantee profiles with information on mandate, history and main projects; grant profiles with information on goals, strategies, and expected results; grant summaries and two-liners every time new grants are approved
Update grant profiles on a regular basis, according to the grantee reporting calendar, including with testimonies, knowledge products, case studies, human interest stories ("Stories from the Field"), picture/video/audio galleries
Liaise with the UN Trust Fund focal points in UNIFEM (part of UN Women) Sub-Regional Programme Offices and Country Offices, as well as with UN Trust Fund grantees, to obtain up to date web content, news stories, human interest stories ("Stories from the Field"), interviews, videos, photos, audio, etc; this should be done in close collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Reporting Specialist and the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist
Ensure information on the UN Trust Fund capacity development programme, its workshops, training manual (curriculum), tools for evidence-based monitoring and evaluation, case studies of promising practices and knowledge products are uploaded to the website; this should be done in close collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist
Produce blurbs on selected documents and knowledge products that will be made available to the public through the website
Develop and regularly update a space to engage visitors to take action in ending violence against women and girls that include links to sites with relevant statistics/info about VAW; tips on outreaching opportunities and tools such as talking points, power point slides, hand-outs, flyers on VAW; links to CEDAW, government sites, petitions, Say NO - UNiTE platform; links to the donation page, information about the fundraising campaign, a fundraising tool kit, and ideas for how people can raise money for the UN Trust Fund
Produce instructions on the use of online tools in close collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist
Research and organize all media clippings on UN Trust Fund grantees and ensure that the material is posted on website
Produce news stories about the work of the UN Trust Fund and its grantees
Provide editorial guidance and support to content production
Provide other drafting and editing support, including for press and media releases and other products, as requested, and in collaboration with the UNIFEM (part of UN Women) Communication Team

3. Content translation

Organize and send website content for translation
Liaise with French and Spanish translators to ensure French and Spanish site reflects the same content

4. Audio-visual

Regularly research for new photos and obtain copyright permission
Research/organize a photo database of UN Trust Fund and its grantees activities that can be used on website and elsewhere
Maintain the photo database, including logical filing and accurate metadate
Maintain the UN Trust Fund dedicated YouTube channel up-to-date; create playlists with videos from grantees

5. Content Upload and Management

Upload web content and photos through the Content Management System (CMS)
Liaise with the UN Trust Fund web team on technical issues of site, in close collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist
Regularly review website content, design and functionality to ensure updates are reflected; make recommendations to improve design and functionality and ensure quality implementation
Respond to occasional content related requests for support from visitors

6. Reporting

Analyze traffic statistics and report on a monthly basis relevant information
Establish and manage key performance indicators and review web metrics reports
Oversee user research and determine audience needs; act on audience feedback in close collaboration with the UN Trust Fund Knowledge Management and Information System Specialist

Deliverables and Timelines

Payments will be made on a monthly basis calculated on the basis of a maximum of 15 days (8 hour days) per month.

Payments will be made on the satisfactory delivery of the following products and the appropriate management of associated processes needed to achieve them:

Monthly review of statistics, milestones, partners, donors, donor contributions, FAQs, contact information, links to ensure the information is up-to-date
Monthly tracking of media clippings
4 news stories per month
3 human interest stories ("Stories from the Field") per quarter
Quarterly review of information in the "Capacity Development" section
Quarterly review of information in the "Take Action" section
90 grant profiles updated every six months
6 new photos for the landing page every six months; research, selection and organization of high resolution photos from grantees, UN Trust Fund missions and photo banks; research, selection and organization of videos from grantees
Annual call for proposals, application and appraisal process information once a year
30 grant and grantee profiles, summaries and two-liners when new grants are approved (once a year)
Other drafting and editing support, when needed
One monthly analysis of web traffic reflecting a steady increase in visits (achieved through marketing strategy)

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
Promotes the mission, vision, and strategic goals of UNIFEM (part of UN Women) and the UN Trust Fund
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

Writing and Editing

Substantive knowledge of ending violence against women, women's human rights and/or gender equality
Proven writing and editing skills, with a strong command of English and an ability to convey complex ideas in a clear, direct, and lively style
Ability to initiate and manage a continuing editorial process
Ability to select, analyze and produce information and content from a variety of sources, and using a variety of methods, including skills/experience in conducting interviews
Demonstrated experience working with and creating content for multilingual global websites

Content Management

Knowledge of content management systems and current web development practices
Knowledge of print and digital design and layout, including image manipulation
Knowledge of copyright, digital publishing and news flow
Familiar with online video publishing and knowledge of online social networking desirable
Experience in web analytics, search engine optimization, and online marketing desirable

Management, Leadership and Teamwork

Demonstrated ability to juggle competing demands, to manage time effectively and adhere to deadlines
Willingness to accept additional responsibilities as required by the demands of the work
Hands-on, solutions-focused, creative and resourceful; demonstrated sound judgment in resolving issues/problems
Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently
Excellent interpersonal skills to support building networks, partnerships and staff collegiality
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the client and responds positively to feedback
Ability to handle difficult/sensitive situations with a high degree of tact, diplomacy and firmness
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

Communication

* Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (French and/or Spanish desirable).

Required Skills and Experience

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Communications, International Relations/Public Affairs, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science or other related disciplines

Experience

A minimum of five years (with Master's) or ten years (with Bachelor's) of relevant experience
Extensive experience around ending violence against women, women's human rights and/or gender equality, and demonstrated experience as writer, editor, analyst and/or researcher in these areas
Sound and extensive editorial production and workflow experience writing and editing for the Web
Experience within the United Nations is highly desirable

Language requirements

Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of Spanish and/or French is desirable