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Full-time Alumni Community Manager @Ecolint, Geneva

The International School of Geneva is looking for a full-time ALUMNI COMMUNITY MANAGER (40 hours on 47 weeks) for 1st December 2016.

Find main responsibilities, profile sought and candidate requirements here.

Candidates are required to send their CV, contact details of three referees, one of whom must be the current or most recent employer, that may be followed at the point of interview and a cover letter addressed to Mr Michael Kewley, Director of Marketing & Stakeholder Relations, International School of Geneva, by email only to: recruitment.fdn@ecolint.ch by 3rd October 2016 (mentioning the reference number 130 005).

By | September 16th, 2016|Careers|0 Comments

6th UN Designers Lunch – 28 September 2016

6th-un-designers-lunchThe  6th UN Designers meeting will be held at the International Labor Organisation on 28 September. It is intended for designers and visual communicators working in international organizations as well as students. Entrance is free!

This time the discussion will be on the design processes in the digital world. Most have witnessed the transition between the ‘printed’ world towards the ‘digital’ one. This not only affects channels of communications or the way we creating them, but actually reshapes the way we interact with our audiences. The meeting will look at how new narratives can be built within the UN/international organizations environment;  ILO’s experience in this field will be used to illustrate the challenges ahead.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Here is a first look at the agenda:

Wednesday 28 September 2016
11:15 Welcome in the ILO Reception
11:30-12:30 Presentation of the InfoStories project by Inês Gomes, digital publishing officer at the ILO, followed by a debate about user-centered design processes for digital publishing.
(Check out the InfoStories website and see more information about the project)
12:45 Lunch at the ILO cafeteria

 

Meeting point will be at the R2 entrance of the ILO. 

 

By | September 15th, 2016|Other events|0 Comments

Workshop day: Storytelling, Video for Social Media: 7 October 2016

The Geneva Communicators Network is pleased to announce its next workshop day of 2016 to be held on Friday  7 October 2016 at Webster University Geneva.

Three one-day workshops will be run simultaneously including a networking lunch and coffee breaks where all participants can meet and discuss. The groups will be small – maximum 10-12 participants – to allow instructors to address specific needs.

Some testimonies from our past workshops:

PCG_GCN Workshop_0025I found the workshop useful, and quite fun as well. It was definitely worthwhile”     

“This workshop gave me the opportunity to make a stop from my routine to evaluate my daily work activities and reflect on many things that I could somehow improve at work”

 “The workshop provided me with a lot of tips and principles that I can easily use every day in my job and that will make my life easier! Thanks a lot”

Workshop day: Friday 7 October 2016 in Geneva – featuring all three workshops
(Please note: you can only attend one workshop in the day!):

IMG_4980Date: Friday 7 October 2016
Time: 09h30 – 16h30
Location: Webster University Geneva, Route de Collex 15, 1293 Bellevue-Geneva, Switzerland.
Cost: 480 CHF for GCN members, 600 CHF for non-members
(includes a buffet lunch and tea/coffee)
Register now >>

Workshop 1: Persuasive storytelling
There’s never before been so much competition for your audience’s attention– so how do you make sure your message gets through? It’s not enough to just get noticed, you have be heard and understood in order to make an impact. Persuasive storytelling is the art of using a compelling narrative  to convince your audience of your point of view. Whether you want them to engage with your organisation, support your cause, take action or simply change their mind, creating a story they care about is a powerful tool to persuade them. This workshop will show you how to do it.
More information >>

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Workshop 2: Video for social media
We all know how important good video is as part of the marketing mix, but producing your own video content can seem daunting. This workshop is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need to start producing compelling video content that really engages your audience. This practical and fun hands-on course, based around the iPhone, will give you the confidence to plan, shoot and edit your own videos in less than a day.
More information >>

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We look forward to seeing you there.

By | September 14th, 2016|GCN workshops|0 Comments

10 year anniversary apero – Thursday 15 September 2016

Please join us for our 10-year anniversary celebration to network and have fun! The GCN started in 2006 as a blog to bring together English language communicators in the Geneva region. Since then we have grown into a dynamic network with over 1000 members/followers. We thank you all for your loyalty and look forward to having you join us for the celebration.

Date/time: 18:30-20:00, Thursday 15 September 2016

Venue: Chateau des Penthes, 18 Chemin de l’Impératrice, 1292 Pregny-Chambésy, Geneva

Cost: 25 CHF – includes drinks and snacks

Please register for the event>>

By | August 24th, 2016|GCN aperos|0 Comments

Looking for a Digital Communications Intern, IATA, Geneva

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is looking for a Digital Communications Intern (minimum 6 months starting October). Responsibilities will focus on web content quality and social media support. This is a great opportunity for a young communications or marketing graduate to practice all aspects of digital communications within a small digital team of 3 attached to the Corporate Communications department. Full description at www.iata.org/careers (Job ID: 7543)

By | August 18th, 2016|Careers|0 Comments

Visual language and graphic facilitation workshop, Geneva, 18–19 October

Perhaps of interest to communicators in the Geneva region, especially if you’re involved in group facilitation, coaching or training.

The workshop, offered by Sarah Clark of Clear Thinking – Clear Communication will  explore the basics of visual language and how to use a mix of simple drawings, colour, words and metaphors to develop and share ideas, record presentations and meetings, and engage and energize groups.

Thinking that you can draw is absolutely not a prerequisite— if the techniques interest you and you’re prepared to experiment, please join. Engage both your right and your left brain and have fun!

Further information (pdf)>>

By | August 17th, 2016|Other events|0 Comments

World Humanitarian day at UN Palais des Nations

The World Humanitarian Day is an official celebration by all the United Nations community. Scheduled for the 19th of August, the UN celebrates every year this day to recognize those who face danger and adversity in order to help others.

This year, the theme for the celebration will be “Youth in Humanitarian Action” to recognize the power of young people around the world to transform their societies, and show the evident strength and resilience that young communities developed throughout this world.

A special event is planned at the Palais des Nations, Geneva, 10-11h30, Friday 19 August.

Registration form and additional information on Facebook>>

By | August 16th, 2016|Other events|0 Comments

New opportunity: Communication Consultant, ICVA, Geneva

New opportunity: Communication Consultant, ICVA Location: Geneva (or remotely based)

Starting date: September 2016

Duration: Deliverables should be achieved by the 15 November 2016 maximum

ICVA: Founded in 1962, ICVA (International Council of Voluntary Agencies) is a global network of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) that work collectively and with other humanitarian stakeholders to promote and facilitate NGO engagement in the humanitarian sector and its policies.
Based on its 2015-2018 Strategy, ICVA promotes and facilitates NGO engagement and partnership with a variety of actors and bodies (e.g. IASC, UN agencies, donors, members states, international and political bodies, and emerging players), with a key focus on:
– Forced Displacement
– Humanitarian Partnership
– Humanitarian Coordination
– Humanitarian Financing.

Scope of work
Willing to invest further in communication, ICVA is planning to review some of its key communication material, along with developing a communication strategy.

Key deliverables
1. Communication materials presenting ICVA mission and mandate

–ICVA presentation brochure (in English):
o Development of flyer’s content, with consultation of ICVA team and guidance of ICVA Director of Programme and Policy.
o Development of flyer’s format and design, in collaboration with ICVA Information Officer and ICVA’s branding.
Note that:
– ICVA’s flyer should be 4-6 pages long.
– To this, 2 extra pages should be developed, targeting specifically ICVA members.
– Translation and printing will be dealt with by ICVA separately.

— ICVA presentation Power Point (in English):
o Development of an ICVA Presentation through Power Point slide show, in coherency with ICVA presentation flyer and ICVA’s branding.
–ICVA presentation video (in English):
o Development of video’s content, with consultation of ICVA team and guidance of ICVA Director of Programme and Policy, and in coherency with ICVA presentation flyer.
o Production of the video.
o Translation of the video in French and Arabic (sub titles or dubbing).
Note that:
– The video should be of a maximum of 90 seconds long.
 Welcome page of ICVA website:
o Propose 2 options to review the welcome page of ICVA website in collaboration with ICVA Information Officer and ICVA webmaster.

2. ICVA Monthly Bulletin format and approach
ICVA would like to review its monthly communication approach and format for a broader reach out and clearer visibility on ICVA’s achievements (ICVA uses its “monthly bulletin” as a tool to reach out to its members and partners every month on key ICVA achievements).
The professional will be asked to propose to ICVA:
o 2 options of monthly (or regular) communication approach.
o 2 options of monthly (or regular) communication content and format in replacement/adjustment of the “ICVA monthly bulletin”.
Note:
– Those options must consider ICVA’s internal capacities.

3. ICVA Communication Strategy
o Develop two Communication Strategies for ICVA according to ICVA’s internal resources.
The first one should consider ICVA’s internal resources with a sustained Communication
Coordinator position.
The second one should consider ICVA’s internal resources without a Communication Coordinator position.

Note:
– Note: The ICVA communication strategies should be 10 pages maximum each, cover a period of 3 years, highlight key objectives, indicators and activities, and identify responsibilities amongst ICVA’s team.

Requirements
 Expertise and experience in developing communication products.
 Expertise and experience in communication field with small structures.
 Expertise and experience related to the deliverables presented.
 Ability to work quickly and deliver products in line with agreed timeframes, ensuring strong
communication with ICVA team.
 Knowledge of the humanitarian sector is a plus.
 Fluent in English.

Application process
– Please email recruitement3@icvanetwork.org, with a proposal (including rates all taxes
included) for the above deliverables. Mention “Communication Consultant” in the title of the email application.
– Final dead line for applications: 28 August 2016.

By | August 8th, 2016|Careers|0 Comments

Consultancy to Developing a Marketing Brochure & Brand Guidelines

Call for tender: Developing a Marketing Brochure & Brand Guidelines for the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO

The purpose of the tender is to develop a marketing brochure and brand guidelines to move the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO toward implementing its communications action plan. The brochure and brand guidelines will ultimately assist the organization in achieving its objectives, engaging effectively with relevant stakeholders, demonstrating the impact of its work and changing behaviour and perceptions where necessary.

The Contractor will initially develop a draft (of about 28-30 pages) and a final version of a corporate marketing brochure for the IOC. In parallel, the Contractor will develop a brand guidelines document that will provide the IOC clear, unified and consistent communications style for the next 3-4 years. The marketing brochure should be designed with the ultimate objective of generating basic content for the IOC web redevelopment efforts and other IOC communications efforts.

The corporate brochure and brand guidelines documents should be submitted in their final form, validated by the IOC Secretariat, by the end of October 2016.

Before submitting your tender proposal, please read carefully the tender instructions document and some background information on IOC.

Type of contract: Consultancy. Duration: 2.5 months.

Deadline: 2 August 2016 (noon, Paris time).

Submit application to: j.barbiere(at)unesco.org (following tender instructions).

By | July 27th, 2016|Careers|0 Comments

Upcoming GCN lunch event preliminary dates

Geneva press club building

Preliminary dates for the upcoming GCN lunch events in autumn 2016 are out:

Date: October 14th
Date: November 18th (TBC)

More information will follow closer to the date of the events.

By | July 20th, 2016|GCN lunch events|0 Comments