United Nations University Outreach and Web Content Coordinator

11:51:00 AM Japan

POSITION:
Contractor
REFERENCE NO.:
2012/UNU-ISP/OWCC/10
LOCATION:
Tokyo
CLOSING DATE:
2012•08•19

United Nations University Objectives

The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States.

About the UNU Institute for Sustainability and Peace

Located in Tokyo, the UNU Institute for Sustainability and Peace (UNU-ISP) was established in January 2009. UNU-ISP takes an innovative, integrated approach to sustainability — one that encompasses global change, development, peace and security. The Institute bridges these cross-cutting issues through research, educational and collaborative initiatives with the aim of solving current problems and anticipating future challenges. UNU-ISP works in collaboration with other UNU institutes as well as through co-operative relationships with the global academic and policy-making communities.

UNU-ISP launched its Master of Science in Sustainability, Development, and Peace postgraduate programme in September 2010. This programme addresses pressing global issues of sustainability, climate change, development, peacebuilding and human rights through an innovative interdisciplinary approach that integrates the natural sciences, social sciences and humanities. The programme, intended for recent graduates, professionals and practitioners, offers the unique opportunity to study at a global university within the framework of the United Nations. It provides students with the knowledge and skills to make important contributions towards solving global issues, whether through employment by UN agencies or other international organizations, on in government, civil society or the private sector. For more information, please visit http://isp.unu.edu/grad/masters/index.html.

UNU-ISP is seeking a committed professional to assist in managing its website, and contribute to outreach activities to strengthen the visibility of its work in Japan and abroad.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of Director of the United Nations University Institute for Sustainability and Peace (UNU-ISP), the Outreach and Web Content Coordinator would be expected to carry out the following tasks:
- Manage the UNU-ISP website (both in English and Japanese) in coordination with academic personnel, and update the website information on a regular basis.
- Support the UNU-ISP postgraduate programmes, intensive courses, training and other capacity development activities by preparing and disseminating related information and application procedures in a timely manner.
- Engage in UNU-ISP outreach activities and assist in enhancing the visibility of UNU-ISP at various symposia, conferences, book launches etc.
- Assist in preparing visual materials, PowerPoint presentations, book covers, conference reports and posters.
- Collaborate with the Global Environmental Outreach Centre (GEOC), Media Centre, and UNU Campus Computing Centre (C3) for IT support.
- Perform other general outreach and web-related duties, as assigned by the Director.
Required Qualifications
- A diploma or advanced diploma in computer science, communication or related fields.
- At least three years of experience in web design or management of web content, and outreach activities.
- Excellent writing and communication skills in both English and Japanese languages and suitable design skills.
- Familiarity with social networking services such as Facebook, Twitter and Wikepedia.
- Familiarity with current issues on environment science, development and peace studies.
- A good team player with strong inter-personal skills, demonstrated by the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Work experience in an academic or research international institution is an asset.
Remuneration

The contractor will work three or four days per week, depending on workload. A daily fee of 17,000–20,000 Japanese Yen, commensurate with experience, will be paid to the contractor. There are no other fringe benefits.

Appointment Duration

Initial appointment will be for one year with the possibility of renewal, based on satisfactory work performance.

Starting Date

On 1 September 2012, or as soon as possible (negotiable).

Please note that this is a locally recruited post; no relocation expenses or allowances apply. The successful candidate will be employed under a local contract and will not hold international civil servant status nor be a “staff member” as defined in the United Nations Staff Rules and Regulations.

Interested applicants should submit their applications by e-mail to 2012_isp_owcc@unu.edu before the application closing date, and must include:
- a cover letter setting out how your qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;
- a curriculum vitae with a completed and signed United Nations University Personal History form (P11). Please avoid using similar forms provided by other United Nations organizations;
- an indication of the reference number of the vacancy announcement (2012/UNU-ISP/OWCC/10).
Suitably qualified women applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.

UNU does not sponsor a working visa for this position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; unsuccessful applications will neither be acknowledged nor returned. Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

[Please note: The application deadline for this position has been extended to 19 August 2012.]

United Nations University Institute for Sustainability and Peace

5-53-70 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku,
Tokyo 150-8925, Japan

Tel: +81–(0)3–5467–1212
Fax: +81–(0)3–3499–2828

2012_isp_owcc@unu.edu