Communications Assistant
Quick answer
UNV is hiring an in-office Communications Assistant in Dhaka, Bangladesh, to support regional advocacy, content creation, and volunteer mobilization strategies.
- Role
- Communications Assistant
- Organization
- UNV
- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Communications Assistant supports the implementation of UNV’s communication strategies and campaigns at regional and country levels in Bangladesh. The role focuses on content creation, social media management, storytelling, and enhancing the visibility of UN Volunteers to various stakeholders. The incumbent will work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to drive engagement and promote the value of volunteerism. This position ensures that all communication materials are aligned with corporate brand guidelines and strategically disseminated through digital and offline channels.
What you'll do
- Support the implementation of regional communications strategies and advocacy campaigns.
- Draft and curate audience-specific content for social media, websites, and partner presentations.
- Monitor social media performance and provide monthly analytics reports.
- Coordinate logistics for communications events, photo missions, and outreach activities.
- Liaise with partners and field teams to source testimonials and volunteer stories.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Minimum 3 years of practical experience in communications or public relations.
- Fluency in the local language at the duty station.
- Proficiency in graphic design software and MS Office packages.
- Previous experience with international or development organizations is an asset.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Entitlements and conditions of service are provided in accordance with the UN Volunteer program guidelines, details of which are available via the provided UNV calculators.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office position based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting; however, applicants can review full entitlements via the official UNV calculator link provided in the description.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of experience in communications or public relations, along with fluency in the local language.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not provide a specific deadline or external application link, but interested candidates should monitor the UNV portal for official submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNV's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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