[Hiring] Consultant - Speechwriter @UNDP

Role Description

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) seeks the services of an experienced speechwriter capable of developing compelling, accurate, and audience-focused speeches, statements, and talking points for a host of speaking engagements. Under the supervision of the Chief of Staff, the consultant will perform the following duties:

• Research, draft, edit, and finalize speeches, video scripts, and briefing materials in support of the WMO Secretary-General’s external engagement with a range of stakeholders and delivery of WMO’s strategic plan.
• Verify content and transform complex scientific concepts into simple, clear, and impactful communications.
• Prepare presentations and other visual material, as appropriate, to support key speeches.
• Prepare talking points for the Secretary-General with impactful messages.
• Liaise closely with the Office of the Chief of Staff of the Secretary-General and the Global Communications Office to ensure coordinated and relevant communications activities.

Qualifications

• University degree in communications, international relations, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in communications is required.
• Experience working with high-level UN officials is an advantage.
• Experience working with scientific and technical material.
• Excellent knowledge and fluency in English (both oral and written) is required for this position. Knowledge of other official languages of the Organization would be an advantage.

Requirements

• The consultant must be on stand-by for the duration of the contract and have full-time availability for key events such as COP 31 and others.

Benefits

• Daily rate of CHF 600.
• This consultancy period lasts 2 months, with the possibility of extension. The consultant is expected to work for 3 days a week, starting as soon as possible.

Applications

Applications should be made online through the WMO e-recruitment system. Do not send your application via multiple routes. WMO no longer accepts applications via post or email. Only applicants for whom WMO has a further interest will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

WMO does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

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