Job Summary
Position: Digital Marketing & Communications Specialist (Consultant)
Job Opening ID: 271237
Organization: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Category and Level: Consultant (CON)
Job Family: Public Information
Date Posted: 26 January 2026
Application Deadline: 4 February 2026
Result of Service
Strengthened global visibility, engagement, and impact of UNEP’s digital platforms and priority initiatives through integrated paid digital marketing and coordinated communication activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Although the detailed sections are collapsed, the role typically involves the following responsibilities:
Digital Marketing
- Plan, implement, and manage paid digital marketing campaigns across platforms such as Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and other relevant channels.
- Optimize digital campaigns to improve reach, engagement, and conversion rates.
- Manage digital advertising budgets and monitor return on investment.
Communications and Content
- Support UNEP communication campaigns through effective digital storytelling.
- Coordinate and publish content across websites, email newsletters, and social media platforms.
- Ensure all digital content aligns with UNEP branding, editorial guidelines, and communication standards.
Monitoring, Analytics, and Reporting
- Track and analyze performance using digital analytics tools such as Google Analytics and social media insights.
- Prepare performance reports highlighting reach, engagement, impact, and key lessons learned.
Coordination and Collaboration
- Work closely with programme teams, designers, and external service providers.
- Support global, regional, and thematic campaigns linked to UNEP priority initiatives.
Qualifications and Special Skills
- University degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, or a related field.
- Proven experience in digital marketing, online campaigns, and content management.
- Demonstrated experience in paid digital advertising and performance marketing.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and produce actionable insights.
- Excellent digital copywriting and editing skills.
- Experience working with international organizations, UN agencies, or NGOs is an added advantage.
Languages
- Fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
Additional Information
- This is a consultancy position with a defined duration.
- The assignment is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
- There is no application or recruitment fee, in line with United Nations policy.
DIGITAL MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
Level: Consultant
Job ID: 271237
Job Network:
Job Family: PUBLIC INFORMATION
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Application Deadline: 02/04/2026 23:59:59 PM (New York time)
