Communications Officer
Quick answer
UNV is seeking a Communications Officer to join the Communications Unit of the WFP Country Office in Djibouti, reporting to the Partnership Officer. The role involves implementing the country communications plan, conducting research and analysis, and enhancing WFP's visibility and reputation. The position is volunteer level and offers a monthly living allowance, annual and learning leaves, medical and life insurance, and access to learning platforms.
- Role
- Communications Officer
- Organization
- UNV - United Nations Volunteers
- Location
- Djibouti, International
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The UN Volunteer will join the Communications Unit of the WFP Country Office in Djibouti, reporting to the Partnership Officer. The role involves implementing the country communications plan, conducting research and analysis, and enhancing WFP's visibility and reputation.
What you'll do
- Implement the country-specific communication work plan to maintain and enhance WFP’s visibility and reputation and to support fundraising, in line with WFP’s regional and corporate communications strategies.
- Conduct research and analysis in the assigned area of work, and prepare and distribute timely information products to target audiences.
- Maintain an up-to-date contact list of journalists and media outlets, and support the regular flow of news and information on WFP’s work to the media.
- Support implementation of the social media plan by developing content and using platforms, networks and partners to expand coverage of WFP’s activities.
- Produce donor-specific visibility content (text, photos, video and audio) for WFP’s integrated online platforms, ensuring consistency with corporate messages.
- Monitor and analyse traditional and social media to inform the development and evaluation of communication activities and strategies.
What it takes
- Experience in communications or related field
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Ability to develop content for social media
- Familiarity with media relations
- Experience in producing visibility content
- Ability to guide junior team members
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA), Annual and learning leaves, Medical and life Insurance, Free access to different learning platforms.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Djibouti, International.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified, but the volunteer will receive a monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA), Annual and learning leaves, Medical and life Insurance, and free access to different learning platforms.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include experience in communications or related field, strong research and analytical skills, ability to develop content for social media, familiarity with media relations, experience in producing visibility content, and ability to guide junior team members.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted by October 21, 2026, and can be done through the UNV application process.
Is the job remote?
The job location is not specified, but it is part of the WFP Country Office in Djibouti.
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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