Executive Communications Consultant

Title of Assignment: Executive Communications Consultant

Name of Unit/Sector: News and Media Division

Place of Assignment: Geneva, Switzerland or remote

Expected duration of Assignment: From January 4, 2027 - under the conditions of a framework agreement

The objective of this consultancy is to provide high-quality speech writing services for the Director General and support related communications priorities of the News and Media Division, ensuring all materials are evidence-based, strategically aligned and deliver clear, compelling messages across priority thematic areas. Executive writing assignments for other substantive areas are possible under this framework agreement.

The Consultant may be requested to provide the following services under individual assignments issued during the framework agreement period:

• Drafting speeches, talking points and remarks for the Director General
• Ensuring all content is accurate, well-researched and appropriately tailored to audience and context
• Maintaining consistency in messaging and tone across all speaking materials
• Incorporating relevant data, evidence and analytical insights into speeches
• Drafting communications products for News and Media Division priorities, including scripts, feature articles, promotional campaign materials, social media content, marketing copy and related content
• Drafting executive materials for other substantive areas.

• Identifying and verifying credible data sources (official statistics, peer-reviewed research)
• Compiling relevant factoids, figures and comparative data to support key messages
• Providing concise analysis of emerging trends, risks, and opportunities
• Translating complex research and technical information into clear, accessible language
• Reviewing and fact-checking draft materials for accuracy

Depending on business needs, the Consultant may be requested to provide one or more of the following deliverables under individual assignments issued during the framework agreement period:

• Speeches and Remarks: Full-length speeches and remarks for the Director General's speaking engagements
• Talking Points: Briefing talking points and Q&A materials for other engagements, as required.
• Social Media Content: Linked In posts and other social media content for both the Director General's official accounts as well as WIPO corporate accounts
• Supporting Research Materials: Factsheets, data compilations and other background materials to inform the Director General's communications, as appropriate
• Ad hoc writing assignments: Other written materials for the Director General and other substantive areas as may be required during the assignment period
• News and Media Division communications products: Draft written communications products for specific divisional initiatives, including scripts, feature articles, promotional campaign materials, social media content, marketing copy and related content

The Consultant will report to the Director of the News and Media Division or to such other official as may be designated by the Director.

Essential:
University degree in economics, public policy, statistics, social sciences, humanities, or a related field.

Essential:
At least 6 years of experience in research, policy analysis or analytical support to communications or leadership.

Proven experience working with data, statistics and research sources.

• Excellent writing skills in English
• At least 6 years experience writing speeches for senior leaders
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Ability to assess reliability and limitations of data sources
• Excellent synthesis skills, including summarizing complex material clearly and transforming…