Associate Communications Officer
Quick answer
The United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Sri Lanka is hiring an Associate Communications Officer in COLOMBO, paying Not specified to contribute to the implementation of communications strategies.
- Role
- Associate Communications Officer
- Organization
- United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Sri Lanka
- Location
- COLOMBO, Sri Lanka
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Associate Communications Officer will contribute to the implementation of communications strategies that raise awareness, drive engagement, build support and have measurable impact with target audiences.
What you'll do
- Contribute to gathering insights and analysis from traditional, social, and digital media monitoring
- Contribute to the implementation of communications strategies
- Contribute to drafting narratives and messaging on the work of the UN
- Contribute to media mapping and relationship building with media outlets
- Contribute to the preparation of talking points and data for media interviews
- Contribute to the development of media lines and crisis communication strategies
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in communication, journalism, international relations, digital communications or related field
- Minimum of two years of progressively responsible experience in developing and implementing communications strategies
- Demonstrated knowledge of strategic communications principles and practices
- Demonstrated ability to draft and tailor clear messages for diverse audiences
- Demonstrated skills in developing creative content
- Fluency in English, UN Level II
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in COLOMBO, Sri Lanka.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in communication, journalism, international relations, digital communications or related field, and at least two years of progressively responsible experience in developing and implementing communications strategies.
How do I apply?
You can apply through the UN Inspira platform using the job opening number 26-Public Information-RCS-283448-R-COLOMBO.
Is the job remote?
The job location is specified as COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, so it is not remote.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Resident Coordination Office (RCO) in Sri Lanka's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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