Communications Director, Strategic Energy and Climate Initiatives
Overview
The Communications Director for Energy and Climate is responsible for developing and executing the national and international communications strategies for advancing the goals of the UNF program areas. S/he will be tasked with creating comprehensive communications plans, official statements, news releases, web content, and talking points for representatives of the UNF and UNF partners when delivering the message of the UN and the UNF to a broader public audience. The responsibilities will also include developing and implementing the overall strategy for the communications aspects of current and forthcoming international and domestic energy and climate initiatives either coordinated or supported by UNF, such as the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and the upcoming UN Campaign for Universal Energy Access. The Communications Director for Energy and Climate will coordinate efforts with the other Communications Director for the Energy and Climate Division whose chief responsibility is to secure and maintain relationships with the press, and will also work with other Communications Directors, UNF program directors and UNF partners within and beyond the UN system.
Working Relationships
The Communications Director for Energy and Climate is a member of UNF's Public Affairs Team, and will report to the Executive Director of Public Affairs with dotted line reporting to the Vice President of Energy and Climate.
On a day to day basis, the Communications Director will work closely with the Senior Director for Energy Access and the Executive Director for the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic communications plans (print, broadcast, periodicals, editorial boards, web and blog outreach) relevant to advancing the UN causes central to the work of UNF, with a particular focus on high profile global media campaign strategies;
Recruit, train and manage media interns;
Manage consultant contracts;
Develop and maintain strong relationships with communications counterparts at UNF partner organizations globally and the United Nations;
Develop and implement strategy to communicate with specialty press, partner organizations and other target audiences about the UN Foundation in cooperating with the other director of communications in the team;
Develop relationships with international reporters, editorial writers and columnists so as to help advance promotion of the UN and UNF's work on key causes;
Develop knowledge of and working relationships with relevant international and domestic broadcast media so as to help ensure that UN and UNF representatives can be placed on radio and television as appropriate to advance UN causes;
Write talking points, event briefings, and press releases and organize press events;
Produce content and materials for the UNF and BWC websites;
Support the overall efforts of the Energy and Climate Department and Public Affairs staff as directed.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience in the field of international communications including developing and managing international media campaigns. Knowledge of relevant UN agencies a strong plus;
Demonstrated working relationships with international media;
Excellent writing and editing skills;
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously. Must be a self-starter.
BS or BA required in communications, journalism, or a related field, with relevant Masters degree preferred; Minimum of 5-7 years in public affairs, journalism or public relations with demonstrated experience in the areas of energy access, clean energy, climate change and environmental issues in an international context.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.
UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees' dependents.
In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
To Apply
Please apply on-line at https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=584931
We require 2 documents in order to apply for our positions. Applications will be considered incomplete if both documents are not submitted.
1. Resume
2. Cover letter
Please save and upload your resume and cover letter as ONE document, either .pdf or .doc(x).
Please contact Nick Bacon by email at nbacon@unfoundation.org with any questions.
UNF/BWF is an AA/EEO employer.
People of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 05/09/11
Overview
The Communications Director for Energy and Climate is responsible for developing and executing the national and international communications strategies for advancing the goals of the UNF program areas. S/he will be tasked with creating comprehensive communications plans, official statements, news releases, web content, and talking points for representatives of the UNF and UNF partners when delivering the message of the UN and the UNF to a broader public audience. The responsibilities will also include developing and implementing the overall strategy for the communications aspects of current and forthcoming international and domestic energy and climate initiatives either coordinated or supported by UNF, such as the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves and the upcoming UN Campaign for Universal Energy Access. The Communications Director for Energy and Climate will coordinate efforts with the other Communications Director for the Energy and Climate Division whose chief responsibility is to secure and maintain relationships with the press, and will also work with other Communications Directors, UNF program directors and UNF partners within and beyond the UN system.
Working Relationships
The Communications Director for Energy and Climate is a member of UNF's Public Affairs Team, and will report to the Executive Director of Public Affairs with dotted line reporting to the Vice President of Energy and Climate.
On a day to day basis, the Communications Director will work closely with the Senior Director for Energy Access and the Executive Director for the Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic communications plans (print, broadcast, periodicals, editorial boards, web and blog outreach) relevant to advancing the UN causes central to the work of UNF, with a particular focus on high profile global media campaign strategies;
Recruit, train and manage media interns;
Manage consultant contracts;
Develop and maintain strong relationships with communications counterparts at UNF partner organizations globally and the United Nations;
Develop and implement strategy to communicate with specialty press, partner organizations and other target audiences about the UN Foundation in cooperating with the other director of communications in the team;
Develop relationships with international reporters, editorial writers and columnists so as to help advance promotion of the UN and UNF's work on key causes;
Develop knowledge of and working relationships with relevant international and domestic broadcast media so as to help ensure that UN and UNF representatives can be placed on radio and television as appropriate to advance UN causes;
Write talking points, event briefings, and press releases and organize press events;
Produce content and materials for the UNF and BWC websites;
Support the overall efforts of the Energy and Climate Department and Public Affairs staff as directed.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience in the field of international communications including developing and managing international media campaigns. Knowledge of relevant UN agencies a strong plus;
Demonstrated working relationships with international media;
Excellent writing and editing skills;
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously. Must be a self-starter.
BS or BA required in communications, journalism, or a related field, with relevant Masters degree preferred; Minimum of 5-7 years in public affairs, journalism or public relations with demonstrated experience in the areas of energy access, clean energy, climate change and environmental issues in an international context.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. Actual salary will depend on qualifications and anticipated contribution to the Foundation.
UNF pays 100% of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance premiums for its employees and 75% of medical and vision for employees' dependents.
In addition, UNF provides 20 days of paid vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, three personal days per year, an immediately vested 150% matching 403(b) contribution up to a limit of six-percent of employee pay, Metro Pass benefits, and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
To Apply
Please apply on-line at https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=584931
We require 2 documents in order to apply for our positions. Applications will be considered incomplete if both documents are not submitted.
1. Resume
2. Cover letter
Please save and upload your resume and cover letter as ONE document, either .pdf or .doc(x).
Please contact Nick Bacon by email at nbacon@unfoundation.org with any questions.
UNF/BWF is an AA/EEO employer.
People of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 05/09/11
