Apply now for the UN Women Social Media Specialist (P3) position in New York. Lead global digital communications and gender equality campaigns. Deadline: 6 November 2025.
About UN Women
UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. Rooted in the UN Charter, it drives global efforts to end discrimination against women and girls, advance women’s rights, and promote equality between women and men across development, peace, and human rights sectors.
UN Women coordinates the UN system’s work on gender equality and leads advocacy efforts to ensure that commitments to women’s empowerment translate into tangible global action.
This temporary role offers a unique opportunity to join UN Women’s Communications and Advocacy Division at Headquarters in New York and contribute to global campaigns and digital storytelling that promote women’s rights and gender equality.
Position Overview
- Position Title: Social Media Specialist
- Level: P3 (International Professional)
- Type: Temporary Appointment (6 months)
- Duty Station: New York, United States
- Organization: UN Women Headquarters – Communications and Advocacy Division
- Application Deadline: 6 November 2025 (06:59 AM New York time)
- Expected Start Date: December 2025
- Contract Duration: 6 months (renewal subject to performance and organizational needs)
- Work Schedule: Full-time
Role Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Social Media Manager, the Social Media Specialist (P3) will coordinate UN Women’s global social media strategies, ensuring that the organization’s digital presence effectively communicates its mission and priorities.
This role involves managing high-impact social campaigns, developing digital partnerships, overseeing social media channels, and providing technical support and training to UN Women’s field offices. The incumbent will co-supervise up to two consultants.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and Implement Global Social Media Strategies
- Design and execute social media strategies for major events, campaigns, and UN observances (e.g., International Women’s Day).
- Coordinate content planning and creative production with design and multimedia teams.
- Manage cross-platform campaigns to enhance UN Women’s online visibility.
- Prepare analytics reports and evaluate campaign performance.
- Build and maintain digital partnerships with influencers, media, and UN entities.
2. Manage Daily Social Media Engagement
- Oversee UN Women’s official accounts on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
- Lead daily content scheduling, community engagement, and audience growth.
- Ensure brand consistency and message alignment across platforms.
- Monitor conversations, track engagement trends, and identify real-time opportunities.
- Supervise consultants assisting with content and community management.
- Research and test new tools for digital publishing and analytics (e.g., HootSuite).
3. Provide Technical Guidance and Capacity Building
- Offer ongoing support to regional and country offices in managing their social media accounts.
- Develop and distribute social media toolkits and guidance notes for staff.
- Manage administrative tasks, including access permissions and records maintenance.
- Deliver training workshops for UN Women teams and partner organizations on social media engagement and content creation.
- Represent UN Women’s digital communications work in inter-agency collaborations and UN events.
4. Additional Responsibilities
- Contribute to digital communication strategies that enhance visibility, advocacy, and engagement.
- Support the integration of gender equality messaging across UN campaigns.
- Perform other duties as required by the Communications and Advocacy Division.
Required Qualifications UN Women Social Media Specialist
Education
- Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Political Science, or a related field.
- A Bachelor’s degree with two additional years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master’s.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of international-level experience in social media management or digital communications.
- Proven record of designing and implementing social media strategies and campaigns for large organizations.
- Experience in content production, editing, and storytelling across multiple digital platforms.
- Skilled in using social media management tools (e.g., HootSuite, Sprinklr) and analytics platforms.
- Experience in fast-paced or sensitive advocacy contexts (human rights, gender equality, humanitarian).
- Experience working within the UN system or international NGOs is an asset.
Languages
- Fluency in English (both written and oral) is required.
- Working knowledge of French or Spanish is desirable.
- Knowledge of other UN languages (Arabic, Chinese, or Russian) is an advantage.
Competencies
Core Values
- Integrity
- Professionalism
- Respect for Diversity
Core Competencies
- Gender Awareness and Sensitivity
- Accountability
- Effective Communication
- Inclusive Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Creative Problem Solving
- Leading by Example
Functional Competencies
- Deep understanding of digital media platforms and global communication trends.
- Proven ability to manage large-scale social campaigns.
- Strong editorial and visual judgment.
- Excellent writing, storytelling, and analytical skills.
- Team leadership and cross-cultural collaboration.
- Awareness of gender equality, human rights, and global advocacy issues.
Why Work with UN Women
This role offers a dynamic opportunity to:
- Lead global social media campaigns advancing gender equality.
- Collaborate with international teams and advocacy partners.
- Gain exposure to UN communications and high-level events.
- Contribute to a mission-driven organization making real global impact.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
UN Women is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please indicate it in your application.
UN Women upholds a zero-tolerance policy against sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment and expects all staff to adhere to the highest ethical standards.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via the UN Careers Portal by 6 November 2025 (06:59 AM New York time).
Application Requirements:
- Online Application Form (completed in full)
- Updated CV/Resume
- Cover Letter highlighting relevant experience
Only complete applications will be considered. Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply here: https://careers.unwomen.org
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the duration of the contract?
A: This is a 6-month temporary appointment (TA) based in New York, USA.
Q2: Who can apply for this position?
A: International applicants with at least five years of relevant social media experience and a graduate degree (or equivalent) are encouraged to apply.
Q3: Is this a full-time role?
A: Yes. The Social Media Specialist works full-time (40 hours per week).
Q4: What level is this position?
A: The role is graded at the P3 level, suitable for mid-level professionals.
Q5: What is the application deadline?
A: Applications close on 6 November 2025.
Q6: Will relocation or visa support be provided?
A: As this is an international professional role based in New York, eligible candidates must meet UN visa and relocation requirements.
Q7: What kind of projects will I work on?
A: The specialist will lead digital campaigns, manage UN Women’s global social media platforms, and drive online advocacy during major global events like International Women’s Day.
Q8: What tools and platforms are used?
A: UN Women uses HootSuite, Sprinklr, and other advanced analytics and publishing tools for social media management.
Q9: Does the role include supervision responsibilities?
A: Yes. The incumbent will co-supervise 1–2 consultants supporting social media outreach and content production.
Q10: What are the key qualities UN Women seeks in candidates?
A: Candidates should demonstrate strategic digital communication skills, strong gender awareness, and the ability to manage campaigns with global impact.
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