Job Description
Position : Website Consultant
Location : Global
Organization :UNITED NATIONS
Application Deadline : Ongoing
Are you passionate about making a difference on a global scale? Do you have the skills to enhance a digital platform that engages communities and promotes unity? The United Nations (UN) is thrilled to announce that we are seeking a Website Consultant along with various other consultant opportunities across different departments. This is your chance to contribute to impactful initiatives that address critical global issues.
Why Work with the UN?
Working with the United Nations is a unique opportunity to be a part of a diverse international community dedicated to improving lives and promoting sustainable development. Here are some compelling reasons to consider joining us as a consultant:
- Make an Impact: Contribute directly to initiatives that aim to address global challenges, from poverty and gender equality to climate change and education.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside professionals from all over the globe, sharing insights and expertise in a cooperative, innovative environment.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience and enhance your skills by tackling complex issues in your area of expertise.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with global leaders, experts, and organizations, expanding your professional network and increasing your visibility in the field.
Position Spotlight: Website Consultant
As a Website Consultant, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our online presence and ensuring that our digital platforms effectively communicate our missions and values. Responsibilities may include:
- Conducting website audits to assess functionality, usability, and content accuracy.
- Developing strategies for website improvement and user engagement.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to create impactful web content and user experiences.
- Analyzing web analytics to inform decisions and improve the website’s performance.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in web development, user experience (UX) design, and digital marketing, combined with a passion for the UN’s mission.
Duties and Responsibilities
Background The United Nations Youth Office plays a lead role in the UN’s efforts on youth development, focusing on raising international awareness of and bringing attention to promoting youth rights and stronger youth participation in formulating, implementing and evaluating the various development, peace and security, human rights and humanitarian frameworks. The UN Youth Office plays a lead role in advancing the roll-out, implementation and monitoring of the UN Youth Strategy, “Youth2030”, that guides the entire UN System’s work with and for young people and seeks to facilitate increased impact and expanded global, regional and country-level action to address the needs, build the agency and advance the rights of young people around the world. Objective and Scope of Work As part of the Partnerships, Advocacy & Communications Section, this position will support the United Nations Youth Office in the development of its new website (www.un.org/youthaffairs). Specifically, the UN Youth Office is recruiting a consultant to lead in developing and populating the office’s web content via the UNITE Web Platform, hosted via Drupal 9. Duties and Responsibilities: The consultant will lead in compiling and drafting content for the new website, working in close coordination with the Partnerships, Advocacy & Communications Team. In addition to drafting new content, the consultant will also work to map and migrate over relevant content from the backend of the website of the former Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth (www.un.org/youthenvoy), which is hosted via WordPress. A primary objective of the website build will be to develop a youth-friendly interface and maximize user experience, coordinating routine user testing throughout the development process. The consultant will also be responsible for working in close coordination with the UN Office of Information and Communication Technology (OICT) and the UN Department of Global Communications (DGC) to ensure full adherence to UN Website Brand Guidelines and UN Accessibility Guidelines.
Expected Outputs:
1. Initiate development of the new UN Youth Office website (www.un.org/youthaffairs), working in close coordination with colleagues from across the office to draft and develop content.
2. Migrate over all relevant content for the former Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth website (www.un.org/youthenvoy).
3. Identify relevant design needs for the new website; work with the Communications Specialist (Consultant) to produce necessary assets
Other Consultant Opportunities Available
In addition to the Website Consultant position, the UN is looking for talented consultants in various fields, including:
- Communication Consultant: Help develop communication strategies and materials that effectively convey our initiatives and messages to a global audience.
- Policy Consultant: Provide expert analyses and recommendations on policy issues related to human rights, development, or humanitarian aid.
- Project Management Consultant: Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of projects impacting communities globally.
- Data Analysis Consultant: Utilize your analytical skills to interpret data and inform evidence-based decisions within our programs.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take on the challenge and contribute to impactful work, we invite you to apply! Visit our UN Careers Page and explore the available consultant opportunities. Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant experience, and your approach to consulting work within the UN context.
Be Part of the Solution
Join us in our mission to create a safer, more equitable world. By applying your skills and expertise with the United Nations, you can help drive change and promote sustainable development. Together, we can address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
