Vacancy #: 7426 Unit: Global Communications Unit Organisation: International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Location: Headquarters, Gland, Switzerland Reporting to: Senior Global Communications Manager Work percentage: 100% Grade: P1 Expected start date: 01 January 2026 Type of contract: Max-term (24 months) Closing date: 26 October 2025 BACKGROUND The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge and resources of governments, civil society organisations, scientists, and experts. IUCN works to influence, encourage, and assist societies to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable.
To strengthen its digital communications, IUCN seeks a Digital Content Creator to research, produce, and manage engaging content for its social media platforms, and to oversee the organisation’s digital asset management system. JOB DESCRIPTION The Digital Content Creator will support IUCN’s communications strategy by producing high-quality, impactful, and platform-specific content that enhances IUCN’s visibility, engagement, and influence on social media. The role will also ensure effective organisation, accessibility, and long-term preservation of multimedia resources through the management of IUCN’s digital asset management (DAM) system.
Content Creation and Social Media (60%):
• Research, draft, edit, and publish content for IUCN’s global social media channels, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and messaging.
• Adapt technical and scientific information into clear, compelling, and accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Collaborate with IUCN programmes, projects, and regions to gather stories, visuals, and materials for digital campaigns.
• Produce multimedia content (short-form videos, graphics, reels, infographics, animations) optimised for each platform and mobile-first consumption.
• Monitor and analyse engagement and performance metrics to support reporting and continuously improve content effectiveness.
• Spot and adapt to emerging trends, formats, and audience behaviours across platforms to maximise reach and relevance.
• Support community engagement by responding to comments, messages, and interactions in line with IUCN’s voice and guidelines.
• Contribute to the planning and execution of communication campaigns and digital events.
• Support the capacity building of content creation skills and expertise among IUCN communication staff working in regions and for projects.
Digital Asset Management (30%):
• Manage and maintain IUCN’s digital asset management (DAM) system, ensuring resources are well-organised, tagged, and easily retrievable.
• Support staff and partners in uploading, cataloguing, and accessing digital assets according to established standards.
• Develop and maintain guidelines, training materials, and best practices for DAM use across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with copyright, data protection, and branding guidelines in the storage and use of digital assets.
• Strengthen the discoverability and re-use of content for institutional campaigns and initiatives.
Other activities (10%):
• Carry out other activities to support the communication objectives of IUCN REQUIREMENTS • Education
• A university degree in communications, journalism, digital media, environmental studies, or a related field.
• Skills and Competencies
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to translate complex information into engaging and accessible content.
• Familiarity with social media platforms (Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok etc.) and their best practices.
• Knowledge of mobile-first, short-form video editing and design tools (e.g. CapCut, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Good knowledge of basic social media analytics, with the ability to draw insights and make content recommendations.
• Keen interest in social media audience behaviours, emerging trends, and the latest tools and features.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Awareness of copyright, intellectual property, and ethical considerations in digital content use.
• Interest in conservation and sustainable development issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural, multidisciplinary environment.
• Proficiency in English (required); knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an asset.
• Expected Outputs
• Regular, high-quality, and trend-aware social media content aligned with IUCN priorities.
• Improved visibility, engagement, and audience growth across IUCN’s digital channels.
• A well-maintained, accessible, and user-friendly DAM system supporting IUCN’s global communications. SALARY The gross annual salary for this position is between CHF 86'330 and CHF 107'913, subject to deductions for social security contributions and second-pillar pension, and before tax. While this is an indicative amount effective as of the current date, changes may occur as per IUCN's compensation practices without prior notice. The same applies to other organisations hosted by IUCN.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the \"Apply\" button.
Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
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About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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