Environmental and Health Risk Communication Specialist

UN Development Programme - UNDP

Volunteer Closes 01 Jun 2026 9 days left

Overview

The Environmental and Health Risk Communication Specialist will support national capacities in managing information, reducing uncertainty, and fostering trust between authorities, experts, and the public regarding environmental hazards and health risks.


Key Responsibilities
  • Facilitate the translation of complex scientific data into clear, actionable "layman's terms" for diverse audiences.
  • Facilitate environmental health risk assessment, including hazard identification, exposure assessment, and communication.
  • Support implementation of Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) principles.
  • Drafting press releases, developing media strategies, and managing proactive community outreach.
  • Support engagement with community members, public officials, non-profits, and industry stakeholders.
Required Experience

3 years Donor priorities - Nationality Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment. Additional eligibility criteria This assignment is funded by JICA, therefore only former Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers (JICA-JOCV) recommended by the JICA-JOCV Secretariat are eligible to apply. Relevant experience 3 years Advanced computer skills and proficiency including full proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.), as well as other IT applications and office technology equipment. Strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to analyze, interpret, and present data in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrated ability to perform duties effectively under stress and in isolated environments. Experience in data collection in the Pacific region; experience in the Solomon Islands will be considered an advantage. Proven ability to work effectively in a multicultural and dynamic environment. Affinity with, or interest in, development work and volunteerism as a mechanism for sustainable development, as well as interest in the United Nations system. Sound security awareness.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, Social Sciences or Communication.

Other Details
Languages Required
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
18 months
Work Modality
Onsite
Remuneration
Not specified
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