Communications Officer

About the role

The Communications Officer develops and executes strategic communication plans to support project and programme objectives. The role involves analysing communication contexts, managing editorial calendars and producing high-quality content such as press releases, social media posts and reports. It also acts as a key point of contact for external partners and donors.

Key responsibilities

• Support the creation and execution of approved communication strategies, provide data and insights to shape them, track implementation and ensure compliance with UNOPS rules and regulations.
• Analyze local communication context, target audiences and channels, and deliver strategic messages across media and fora.
• Create editorial content including talking points, FAQs, press releases, social media and website posts, videos and fact sheets, and manage editorial calendars.
• Collect and structure data into communication outputs, partner with technical experts on reports and features, and organize external events in line with UNOPS standards.
• Maintain communication with donors, clients and partners, and collaborate with subject-matter experts on reporting and visibility initiatives.
• Support training and learning sessions on communications, take part in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice, and conduct research for reports, summaries and briefing notes.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 2 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree (or equivalent) with 0 years of experience.
• Relevant experience in communications, public relations, media, journalism or related fields.
• Desired: a globally or nationally recognized certificate in communications, journalism or digital and social media communications.
• Desired: experience in multicultural or UN system environments in a developing country, in development or humanitarian contexts, and in creating content for grassroots audiences.

Required skills

• Use of collaboration and productivity tools (e.g. MS Office, G-Suite) and web-based management systems.
• Desired: graphic design, video production and content creation tools.