Public Information Officer
Quick answer
The Executive Office of the Secretary-General is hiring an in-office Public Information Officer in New York to manage media relations and strategic communications for senior UN officials.
- Role
- Public Information Officer
- Organization
- Executive Office of the Secretary-General (United Nations)
- Location
- New York, USA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-06-26
The role
The Executive Office of the Secretary-General is seeking a Public Information Officer to work in the Office of the Spokesperson in New York. The role involves managing daily media coverage, drafting briefings, and providing strategic advice on public information and media relations for senior UN officials. This is a temporary 3-month assignment that requires monitoring breaking news and coordinating complex communication strategies in an international environment.
What you'll do
- Provide daily media coverage and analysis for senior UN officials.
- Draft notes and summaries for daily press briefings and the 'Week ahead' planning tool.
- Establish and maintain contacts with Secretariat departments and UN agencies.
- Anticipate press inquiries and draft responses for the Secretary-General.
- Monitor global breaking news relevant to the organization's work.
What it takes
- Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in public information or journalism.
- Experience in a news environment such as a wire service or newspaper.
- Advanced university degree in communications, international relations, or journalism.
- Fluency in English (required); proficiency in French or Spanish is highly desirable.
- Ability to work effectively in high-pressure, international environments.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
This position is a temporary assignment for 3 months with a possibility of extension subject to funding; employment follows UN staff regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Is this job remote or in-office?
This position is located in New York and is an in-office role within the Office of the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
What is the duration of this employment?
This is a temporary position available for 3 months, with the possibility of extension depending on the availability of funds.
What are the core language requirements?
English is required at a professional level; proficiency in French and Spanish is considered a desirable qualification.
By when must I submit my application?
Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment platform by June 26th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Executive Office of the Secretary-General (United Nations)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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