Digital Copywriter

Job Purpose

The Digital Copywriter will be responsible for acquiring, conceptualizing, developing, writing and editing written and visual content for UNFPA digital platforms. 

The incumbent will be responsible for managing major sections of the global UNFPA website and for developing and implementing the web components of global campaigns. This includes writing, editing and producing meaningful web content to drive digital engagement; developing campaign pages; maintaining evergreen sections of unfpa.org; editing human-interest stories; researching and developing content for UNFPA event pages closely with colleagues across the organization.

The Digital Copywriter ensures that the content is:

• accurate, appropriate, timely, optimized for search engines and engaging
• conforms to journalistic standards and UNFPA style/branding

The Digital Copywriter must be committed to UNFPA’s values and guiding principles; be able to work on a team; and have excellent judgement both editorially and interpersonally. The incumbent must be able to write and edit fresh, accurate, jargon-free copy on deadline and create visibility for the organization. The Digital Copywriter must be in tune with the latest trends in website design and social media integration. 

Organizational Setting

The Digital Copywriter position is situated in the Media and Communications Branch of the Division for Communications and Strategic Partnerships and reports directly to the Head of Digital Communications. The Digital Copywriter will work closely with people within and outside the branch. 

Major Activities/Expected Results

Content Development

Acts as interface and content producer to other UNFPA teams or projects .

Works with focal points in UNFPA HQ Divisions to produce language and page structures that will represent the work of the organization as a whole.

Produces innovative and engaging copy for UNFPA campaigns.

Core Competencies

• Commitment to UN/UNFPA values and guiding principles
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Self-management
• Results orientation 
• Project management 

Functional Competencies

• Ability to produce, write and edit fresh, accurate, jargon-free and reader-friendly copy on deadline
• Creating visibility for the organization
• Organizational awareness
• Technological awareness

Requirements

Superb writing and editing skills, including a strong understanding of online storytelling, as well as a strong background in editorial work.

Undergraduate university degree in Journalism, Communications, International Development or a similar field. An advanced university degree is an advantage. 

At least five years of relevant professional experience in news reporting, journalistic writing, public relations, editing or other areas of communications. Additional experience, in particular International experience, is an advantage.

Knowledge of web design, with understanding of user experience and user interface principles. Experience with writing which is optimized for search engines. Experience with writing for social media is an advantage.

Knowledge of international development issues.

Fluency in English, with excellent drafting abilities and writing skills required.

Writing skills in French, Spanish or Arabic are an asset.

Duration of contract

11 months (renewable) 

How to apply?

Please apply by email to web@unfpa.org with the subject “Digital Copywriter 2022” and attach a CV, motivation statement or cover letter, and one writing sample.