The Foundation is currently looking for a passionate and dedicated Copywriter/Editor to join our team at Switzerland for UNHCR. This position plays a pivotal role in raising awareness about refugees in Switzerland and Liechtenstein and supporting fundraising efforts within the Communications and Individual Giving Units of Switzerland for UNHCR.
ROLE
Within a growing team, this position reports and is under the responsibility of the Communications Lead.
We are seeking a dynamic, versatile and proactive team player, with a strong interest in a strong non-profit brand and refugee/humanitarian issues.
In this role, you will:
* Write compelling and persuasive content in German and/or in English and manage translations and editing in the other languages for various platforms.
* Develop messages that effectively communicate our mission, values, and impact to current and target audiences.
* Create both long-form and short-form content for websites, emails, reports, and print mailings tailored to diverse audiences in Switzerland.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
* Write and edit SEO-friendly and informative copy for website pages, including news articles and landing pages.
* Produce engaging, action-oriented newsletters and fundraising content.
* Develop and refine impactful reports and brochures that resonate with current and target audiences.
* Conduct thorough research to ensure all content is accurate, relevant, and tailored to audience/donor’s needs.
* Work collaboratively with other units across the organization to provide support with copywriting and editing tasks.
PROFILE
Experience
* Proven work experience as a Copywriter/Editor or in a similar role.
* Experience working for an international non-profit agency or organization is considered an asset.
* Demonstrated ability to adapt content for diverse platforms and audiences.
Education
* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
Skills and Attributes
* Ability to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and proven ability to meet deadlines
* Good analytical skills
* Well organized and structured
* Capacity to work autonomously as well as a team player
* Capacity to interact with internal and external stakeholders
* Content types:experience of writing website copy, newsletters, fundraising appeals, impact reports, and brochures.
* Research skills:ability to conduct research and adapt content for different audiences.
* Cultural sensitivity:understanding of the Swiss market, local culture, and language preferences.
* SEO knowledge:familiarity with SEO best practices.
* Attention to detail:high accuracy and quality in writing, editingand proofreading.
* Humanitarian/NGO Experience:proven track record in writing for NGOs or humanitarian organizations.
* Fluency in Languages:
o Native or fluency in German (Swiss German is an asset).
o Native or fluency in English with excellent writing and editing skills.
o Knowledge of French is an asset.
Other requirements
* Knowledge, interest and a strong commitment for the work and mission of UNHCR toward refugees
Interested consultants can send their cover letter, CV and work certificates to Switzerland for UNHCR by email to careers@unrefugees.ch until 14.02.2025
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