IUCN is looking for a Young Professional, Communications and Events

Position Overview

The Young Professional will support IUCN's Water and Wetlands Team in developing communications and managing events. The role encompasses drafting, creating, managing, and optimizing content across digital platforms while coordinating major international conferences.

Core Responsibilities

Digital Communications (30%)

• Coordinate communications strategy and content calendars
• Create and manage website content on waterandnature.org and iucn.org/water
• Manage professional social media accounts such as IUCN Water and Wetlands LinkedIn

Project Communications (30%)

• Assist with communication strategies for BRIDGE, SUSTAIN, and similar initiatives
• Support development of articles, infographics, and videos
• Support quality assurance for publications

Conference and Event Support (20%)

• Support international conferences including World Water Week (August 2026), UN Water Conference (December 2026), and World Water Forum (March 2027)
• Prepare communication plans and promotional materials
• Assist with logistical and administrative tasks

Eligibility Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree
• Have 6 months to 3 years of relevant post-degree experience
• Be under 35 years old
• Be fluent in one of the three IUCN languages (English, Spanish and French)

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in communications, digital media, event management, or related field with conservation interest
• CMS experience (WordPress, Drupal)
• LinkedIn and social media management skills
• Strong writing and editing skills for digital platforms
• Visual content creation experience
• Experience using AI tools in communications work
• Basic graphic design skills
• Event coordination experience
• Project coordination and attention to detail

Position Details

Vacancy #: 7506

Unit: Water and Wetlands

Location: Headquarters, Gland, Switzerland

Employment Type: Fixed-term (up to 24 months with renewal possibility)

Work Percentage: 100%

Grade: Young Professional (YP)

Expected Start: May 1, 2026

Compensation

The gross annual salary for this position is CHF 60,000, subject to deductions for social security contributions and second-pillar pension.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online through the HR Management System. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date.

Application Deadline: February 10, 2026

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