Communications Officer

Location: Genf

* Contribute to the development of the EIF's new communications and outreach strategy to advance the EIF's profile and strengthen its reputation as a trusted and strong delivery partner; and support the mobilization of resources for the third iteration of the EIF.
* Assist in the collection and communication of qualitative and quantitative data needed for tracking progress and reporting on impact-based key performance indicators to internal and external audiences.
* Monitor and analyse the performance of the EIF website, social media channels and digital outreach activities; and provide data-driven recommendations to improve engagement and impact.
* Provide guidance and input to the LDCs for developing and implementing country-level communications strategies.

Communications-related responsibilities:
* Working closely with the ES staff, including the Country Coordination team, the Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) team and communications consultants to develop materials for outreach, ranging from preparing tailored material for existing and potential funding partners, including innovative financing partners, and news stories for the EIF's Trade for Development News, to press releases, media advisories, targeted emails and others.
* Re-invigorate the EIF's Communications Community of Practice with ministries of trade and commerce in the LDCs, as well as other implementing partners, by facilitating capacity development, dialogue and information-sharing.
* Build and nurture long-term relationships with global media and manage media relations, engagement and monitoring and tracking.
* Contribute to the EIF leading or participating in major global events.
* Assist in the coordination with EIF Partners on communications, especially on joint activities of the EIF partnership.
* Lead or support the production of multimedia content, such as short videos, animations, podcasts, photo stories or other digital products, including direct creation or supervision of production by a digital communications intern or external consultants.
* Working closely with the EIF's Country Coordination team and the MEL team, manage a streamlined process so that communications can curate and promote programmatic and country-level results.
* Assist the EIF governing bodies, such as the EIF Executive Board, by providing communications support.
* Perform any other tasks that may be assigned as part of the work of the ES.
* Be well versed in the use of relevant communications tools and software, including social media platforms, website content-management systems (such as Drupal or equivalent) and digital analytics tools (such as Google Analytics and other reporting dashboards).
* Proficiency with audio/ visual production tools, such as visual design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator) and video-editing tools (e.g., Cap Cut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro or equivalent).
* Strong oral communications skills with a clear sense of how to communicate to diverse audiences.
* Strong drafting skills in English and French; experience preparing written materials in both languages.
* Understanding of trade and investment for development issues at the nexus of global development.
* Skills in, or willingness to learn and apply, artificial intelligence to optimize the work would be an asset.
* Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with a range of communications partners, colleagues and consultants.
* Proactive and results-oriented, with a strong sense of responsibility and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
* Ability to work collaboratively within a team and build effective working relationships across diverse locations and time zones, while maintaining the capacity to work independently.
* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
* Ability to perform effectively multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
** Additional Information:
** Only applications from nationals of WTO Members will be accepted.

The recruitment process will be undertaken as per Administrative Memorandum No. 976 (OFFICE(16)/15) on Staff Promotions and external recruitment through Vacancy Notices.

Should the successful candidate hold a regular or fixed-term contract under the regular WTO budget, the contractual status shall be changed to a one or two-year fixed-term contract in accordance with the contractual arrangement set out in the vacancy notice.

The WTO may use various communication technologies such as video or teleconference for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. The recruitment process may also involve the use of various forms of testing, assessment centres, interviews and reference checks.

Applicants may be required to sit a written examination.

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

Candidates not selected whose performance in the selection process nevertheless shows them to be suitable for a similar position may be kept on a roster for up to 24 months,…