Communications Assistant
Quick answer
UNV - United Nations Volunteers is hiring a Communications Assistant in Sri Lanka for a junior-level position, with an application deadline of September 14, 2026, to support the UN Country Group in organizing events and managing communications.
- Role
- Communications Assistant
- Organization
- UNV - United Nations Volunteers
- Location
- Sri Lanka, International
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Communications Assistant will support the UN Country Group (UNCG) in organizing a high-level event to commemorate 80 years of the United Nations and 70 years of Sri Lanka’s membership. This role involves liaising with event management companies, preparing communications materials, and managing post-event visibility efforts. The assistant will also produce content for social media and coordinate the production of joint UN visibility materials.
What you'll do
- Support the UNCG in organizing a high-level event to mark 80 years of the United Nations and 70 years of Sri Lanka’s membership in the UN.
- Liaise with the contracted event management company to facilitate event planning, logistics, and implementation.
- Support in the UN’s engagement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other Government counterparts to facilitate required approvals and protocol arrangements.
- Contribute to the preparation of communications materials for the event, including visibility products.
- Support post-event communications and visibility, including social media content, web stories, and other materials highlighting the UN–Sri Lanka partnership.
- Produce content, including UNPlugged videos and social media posts, for joint UN communication products, including for hallmark observances.
What it takes
- Experience in event planning
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to produce content for social media
- Familiarity with UN operations
- Skills in coordinating with government counterparts
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Sri Lanka, with international involvement.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline is September 14, 2026.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in event planning, strong communication skills, ability to produce content for social media, familiarity with UN operations, and skills in coordinating with government counterparts.
How can I apply?
You can apply by connecting with the organization and showing your interest.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNV - United Nations Volunteers's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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