About the opportunity
Under the overall authority of the Director of the UNESCO Almaty Office and direct supervision of project managers, the incumbent contributes to the execution of communication strategies for two major initiatives: the GLOFCA project and the GEF-UNDP-UNESCO Cryosphere project. Responsibilities include designing Terms of Reference for project promotion, maintaining media mailing lists, publishing six-monthly newsletters in cooperation with national coordinators across Central Asia, updating project websites, managing social media channels, producing short videos and graphic designs, and coordinating knowledge management and media relations during project events.
Salary and benefits
- Base monthly gross salary of USD 1,312.16 paid in Kazakh Tenge at the applicable mid-month UNORE.
- Additional contributions upon proof of enrollment in appropriate pension and/or medical schemes: up to 10% for pension and up to 5% for medical insurance.
- Annual leave granted at the rate of 2.5 working days for each completed month of service.
Who can apply?
- Completed higher education degree in mass communication, media studies, journalism, or related studies with a specialization in information and communication technology and knowledge society issues.
- At least two years of relevant professional experience in communication and information, public advocacy, marketing, PR, website development, social media, or other relevant fields.
- Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English and Russian.
- Good ICT skills including proficiency in MS Office, CorelDraw or vector graphic design tools, Photoshop or raster data processing tools, Adobe Premiere or video processing software, and WordPress.
- Only candidates who are legally entitled to work in Kazakhstan may apply.
Required documents
- Online application completed via the UNESCO Careers website with complete and accurate information.
When to apply
- Application deadline is 30/09/2026 at midnight UTC+5 time.
How to apply
- Visit the UNESCO Careers website.
- Complete the online application form with accurate information before the deadline.
- Submit the application online.
Additional information
- The contract is initially issued for one year, including a 3-month probation period.
- The hiring unit is the Natural Sciences Sector (SC) at the duty station in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
- Remuneration is subject to local tax laws, and UNESCO does not reimburse personal income taxes or duties.
- The selection process may include pre-recorded video interviews, written assessments, panel interviews, and reference checks.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- You have practical professional experience in media, PR, web development, or digital communications within an international or environmental context.
- You possess strong multimedia production skills, including video editing, graphic design, and content management systems like WordPress.
- You are fully proficient in both English and Russian and hold legal work authorization for Kazakhstan.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is offered as a 12-month service contract with an initial 3-month probation period based on local UN salary scales.
- Applicants must independently manage personal income tax liabilities applicable under local tax laws.
- Relocation is only practical if you are already authorized to work in Kazakhstan.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers an opportunity to build a career in international development and environmental communication by driving public outreach for high-impact UN projects across Central Asia.
Our take
Communications professionals based in Kazakhstan with strong multimedia and bilingual skills should consider applying before the September deadline.
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