Knowledge Management and Communications Analyst (Home Based) [Open to Tiers 0, 1 and 2]

UNDP•New York, NY

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Knowledge Management and Communications Analyst supports UNDP’s Gender Team in implementing its Gender Equality Strategy 2026–2029, with a focus on inclusive economies. The role helps advance work on gender-responsive economic and fiscal policies, public finance, the care economy, labor markets, and economic policy reform by translating technical content, evidence, and programme results into effective communications and knowledge products. Under the general supervision of the Gender Specialist on Inclusive Economies, the Analyst develops and implements communications strategies and campaigns, produces and disseminates content for diverse audiences, manages digital communications and website content, monitors audience engagement, and supports communications, coordination, donor engagement, and strategic positioning for Gender Team priorities.

Requirements

An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Communications, International Development, Gender Equality, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these areas combined with two additional years of qualifying experience.
At least 2 years of relevant experience in knowledge management or communications related to gender equality with a master’s degree, or at least 4 years with a bachelor’s degree.
Proven strong writing and editing skills for varied audiences.
Experience managing digital knowledge platforms, websites, collaboration tools, and content management systems.
Demonstrated strong storytelling and content-packaging skills across multiple communication channels.
Fluency in English.

Nice To Haves

Experience with visual storytelling, including infographics, data visualization, or basic design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or Figma.
Familiarity with digital communications channels, including newsletters, social media, and web content management systems.
Editorial or proofreading experience to maintain consistency and quality across knowledge products.

Responsibilities

Support the design and execution of a communications strategy for the Inclusive Economies portfolio, covering public finance, care and labor markets, and economic policy reform.
Develop tailored communications plans and campaigns to increase the visibility, influence, and reach of programme initiatives and results.
Identify strategic communications opportunities to strengthen stakeholder engagement and position the portfolio as a thought leader on inclusive economies and gender equality.
Facilitate internal coordination and information sharing across regional and country-level initiatives to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Monitor communications performance and recommend ways to strengthen outreach, engagement, and impact.
Gather and translate technical content, programme results, and evidence into communications products for diverse audiences.
Develop and edit policy briefs, feature stories, impact stories, blogs, newsletters, presentations, speeches, and other materials.
Produce communications content showcasing programme achievements, innovation, lessons learned, and policy influence.
Work with technical teams to ensure communications materials accurately reflect evidence, programme priorities, and strategic objectives.
Plan, develop, and manage digital communications across websites, social media channels, and other online platforms.
Create and maintain digital content, including multimedia materials, social media campaigns, web stories, and promotional assets.
Coordinate website content updates and ensure information is accurate, timely, and accessible.
Monitor and analyze website and social media performance metrics to inform content strategies and improve audience engagement.
Support communications and visibility for Gender Team initiatives, events, partnerships, and advocacy campaigns.
Coordinate the collection of programme achievements, success stories, and results for internal and external reporting.
Provide communications support for donor engagement, resource mobilization, and strategic partnerships.
Attend management and team meetings as required, prepare agendas, document decisions, and support follow-up on agreed actions.
Support the Gender Team’s strategic positioning and external engagement through consistent dissemination of key messages and achievements.
Perform additional assignment-related tasks as required by the supervisor and other duties within the functional profile as needed for the efficient functioning of the office and organization.