Programme Associate (Public Information & Executive Office Support)

• Manage and update UNESCO digital platforms, including the website and social media channels, ensuring full compliance with UNESCO branding standards and donor visibility requirements
• Support the development, drafting, editing, and dissemination of communication products in English, including web content, social media posts, newsletters, and multimedia materials (graphics, videos, and digital storytelling outputs)
• Coordinate with programme teams to systematically collect, curate, and package content, including success stories, visuals, and project updates for internal and external dissemination
• Liaise with external service providers (e.g., designers, videographers, photographers, media partners) to ensure timely delivery of high-quality communication products aligned with UNESCO standards
• Provide strategic administrative and coordination support to the Director's Office, including calendar management, correspondence handling, and ensuring timely follow-up on priority and sensitive matters
• Support the planning and organization of high-level meetings, workshops, missions, and official visits, including preparation of briefing notes, talking points, and background documentation
• Maintain records and documentation systems, including mission plans, leave records, meeting minutes, and official archives, ensuring accessibility and compliance with internal procedures
• Track and coordinate administrative tasks, ensuring smooth director's office workflows
• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Country Representative, Head of Office, in line with evolving office priorities

• Bachelor's degree in communication, journalism, public relations, digital media, business administration, or related field
• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible experience in communication, digital media, administration, or executive/management support, preferably within the UN system or an international organization
• Strong drafting, editorial, and content production skills in English
• Proficiency in digital communication tools, content management systems, and analytics
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and time-management abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Ability to maintain editorial calendars, track digital engagement, and coordinate content collection
• Fluency in English and Urdu (spoken and written) is required

Proficiency in local languages is desirable and will be considered an asset