Coordinating Editor

Result of ServiceCommunications support and expertise, with a particular focus on writing and editing, content strategy, and message development. Work LocationRemote Expected duration6 month Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe UN Environment Programme’s International Methane Emissions Observatory (IMEO) is a data-driven, action-focused initiative that drives deep reductions in methane emissions– the second biggest contributor to global climate change and a key opportunity to reduce warming in the near-term. IMEO’s mission is to provide the open, reliable, and actionable methane data needed to cut emissions at the speed and scale necessary to achieve the Paris Agreement goals. To do this, IMEO is harnessing a methane data revolution under way thanks to rapidly advancing technology and momentum for methane action. IMEO collects, integrates, and reconciles data from methane-detecting satellites, scientific measurement studies, rigorous industry reporting through the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership 2.0 (OGMP 2.0), and national emissions inventories. These initiatives are game-changers for climate action – and as a core implementing partner of the Global Methane Pledge, IMEO is shaping the future of methane mitigation. IMEO is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Coordinating Editor to manage the end-to-end production of the 2025 edition of An Eye on Methane – IMEO’s flagship institutional report. The report assesses global progress harnessing a methane data revolution to accelerate emissions reduction at a global scale. The Coordinating Editor will play a central role in overseeing the publication’s development and supporting the production of accompanying communications materials that amplify its reach and impact. The selected individual will work under the guidance of IMEO’s Communications Manager and UNEP Climate Action Communications and Advocacy Pillar team in close coordination with IMEO programme teams. Production Coordination - Lead the planning, timeline development, and management of the overall publication process for the 2025 An Eye on methane report following UNEP Standard of Procedure for Publication. - Maintain a comprehensive production calendar, tracking deadlines for content submission, review cycles, editing phases, and design milestones. - Act as a liaison between IMEO’s programmatic and communications teams and UNEP Climate Action Comms and Advocacy Pillar team to ensure seamless coordination and timely delivery. - Organize and facilitate regular coordination meetings and proactively identify and troubleshoot production bottlenecks. Writing and Editing Support - Contribute to the overall report concept, structure, and editorial framing in collaboration with IMEO’s communications and technical teams. - Work closely with expert contributors to support the development of chapter outlines and content drafting. - Provide substantive editing and quality control of the report, ensuring clarity, consistency, and alignment with IMEO’s messaging and UNEP’s editorial standards. - Facilitate review cycles for report, including internal and external expert peer reviews, and integrate input. - Ensure proper citation and adherence to UNEP’s publications guidelines, as well as guidance on branding, tone, and voice. Development of Communications Assets - Liaise with graphic designer to ensure the report complies with UNEP Branding Guidelines. - Support brainstorming around the name of the report in close coordination with UNEP Climate Action Comms & Advocacy Pillar team and Communication Division Director. - Support the production of supporting materials such as the Executive Summary and script for the video content. - Ensure all assets are consistent in tone, style, and messaging with the main report and UNEP guidelines. - Collaborate with graphic designers, video editors, digital and communications teams across IMEO and UNEP’s Communications Division as needed. Launch and Dissemination Support - Support planning and development of a launch plan for the report detailing promotional and outreach efforts tied to the report release. - Support the organization of the technical media briefing and press conference. - Support execution of announcement plans including technical briefing for stakeholders. - Assist in developing speaker briefs, speaking points, and other supporting documents for spokespeople and presenters. - Coordinate logistics and content development in collaboration with relevant UNEP teams. - Support and track IMEO contributions to additional co-branded or partner-led reports. Qualifications/special skillsUndergraduate and/or Graduate degree in communications, media, or a related field. Seven to ten years of experience in communications, editing, report development, content strategy, and/or journalism, preferably related to climate, energy sector, or data-oriented communications. Impeccable writing and editing skills, with experience in roles translating complex topics into clear and concise messaging for diverse audiences. Proactive and attentive to detail with exceptional analytical and research skills. Demonstrated ability to deliver appealing and impactful content against tight deadlines. Demonstrated experience collaborating across workstreams and subject matter experts to generate content across mediums for specific audiences. Track record of solutions-oriented and proactive working approach, with strong project management skills, ability to meet deadlines, and commitment to continuous improvement. LanguagesFull fluency in English. Additional language fluency is a plus. Additional InformationObjectives Effective management of the full editorial and production process of the 2025 An Eye on Methane institutional report in line with UNEP publication guidelines. Support and execution of a comprehensive launch strategy, including promotional events and outreach materials. Consistent maintenance of a structured workflow and production troubleshooting to proactively resolve potential bottlenecks. Output Expectations A comprehensive production calendar and editorial framework with agreed chapter structure and coordinating mechanisms. Finalized chapter outlines and secured timelines for writing from contributors, noted in production calendar. A complete first draft of the report compiled, reviewed, and internally circulated with consistent editorial tone. Effective gathering of inputs from internal and external reviewers, deliberation of inputs with the internal programmatic teams, and timely integration of relevant edits. Final, fully edited report manuscript moved through all relevant clearance processes, approved, and transitioned to design team with clear specifications. Complete communications asset package (Executive Summary, Press Release, Social Media Toolkit, Key Messages, etc.) finalized and approved. Public launch of the report executed, including briefing events, public announcement, outreach content, and post-launch reporting. Performance Indicators Production of report meets internal deadlines outlined in Communications Division’s Standard Operating Procedures for Institutional Reports and UNEP Publication Guidelines. All content meets UNEP editorial standards and requirements, is moved through appropriate review channels with sufficient time for thoughtful inputs. Content, messaging, and communications assets effectively translate technical materials to motivate target audiences and drive visibility. Specific tasks and responsibilities 1st deliverable – June 2025 - Submission of publication production plan and tracking calendar. Completed report outline and scoping documents, including chapter structure and review timelines. 2nd deliverable – July 2025 – Completed and reviewed chapter outlines from all contributors, with clear editorial guidance and writing timelines. 3rd deliverable – August 2025 – Complete first draft of the full report assembled and submitted for internal review, with all chapters integrated, edited for consistency, and aligned with IMEO/UNEP editorial standards. 4th deliverable – September 2025 – Finalized, edited, and approved report manuscript delivered to the design team, along with a coordinated handover package including branding guidance, graphics needs, and formatting specs. 5th deliverable – October 2025 – Full suite of communications materials completed — Executive Summary, Key Messages, Web Story, Press Release, Social Media Toolkit, and briefing materials — all aligned in tone and messaging. 6th deliverable – November 2025 – Public launch of the 2025 An Eye on Methane report executed, including events, digital promotion, and media outreach, with speaker briefs and promotional assets deployed across UNEP channels. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.