GM Editor - Consultant to write and design content for reports and project documents for print and online use

Overview

Consultant to write and design content for reports and project documents for print and online use for the Global Mechanism of the UNCCD.

Key Responsibilities

• - Writing inspiring accounts on flagship programmes of the GM for publication on the UNCCD website and in GM print and digital publications.
• - Editing internal documents that will be distributed widely.
• - Documenting innovative finance models and corporate programmes for use in GM reports, donor communications, and publications.
• - Collating stories and information about the progress of GM projects & programmes.
• - Preparing speeches and articles on GM initiatives.
• - Collaborating with GM and relevant Secretariat staff on designing, final editing and proofreading of publications.

Required Experience

A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in report preparation, technical writing or editing or other editorial areas, project management, policy, communications, or media is required. Substantial previous experience in writing products for policymakers and non-technical audience is required. Substantial previous experience in writing online/offline publications is required.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree in journalism, media or communication, climate change, development, environmental science, agriculture, forestry, climate change, public policy, or related fields is required.

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