PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (SOCIAL MEDIA/MULTIMEDIA NEWS)
Quick answer
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights is hiring an in-office Public Information Officer in Geneva to lead social media strategy and multimedia content production for global human rights advocacy.
- Role
- PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER (SOCIAL MEDIA/MULTIMEDIA NEWS)
- Organization
- Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
- Location
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-07-25
The role
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is seeking a Public Information Officer based in Geneva to manage and produce high-impact multimedia content for various social media platforms. The role involves developing strategic outreach campaigns, exercising editorial judgment on human rights content, and advising management on social media engagement trends. The incumbent will also provide technical expertise and training to staff to strengthen the organization's human rights advocacy and leadership.
What you'll do
- Develop and produce high-impact multimedia content for OHCHR social media platforms.
- Monitor, analyze, and conduct social listening to identify trends and advise management on responses.
- Plan and initiate strategic outreach activities and social media campaigns.
- Provide technical expertise, training, and capacity building on social media usage to staff.
- Represent OHCHR in UN-wide social media communicator groups and maintain internal/external partnerships.
What it takes
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in communications, journalism, or a related field.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public information, or journalism.
- Proven experience managing various social media platforms and disseminating news.
- Excellent command of English (UN Level II proficiency).
- Desirable experience in human rights at the international level, preferably within the UN system.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in the Media Outreach and Spokesperson’s Office of the OHCHR in Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the compensation for this role?
The job description does not explicitly specify the compensation for this position.
What qualifications are required to apply?
Applicants must hold an advanced university degree and possess at least five years of experience in communications or public information, with specific experience managing social media platforms.
When is the deadline to apply?
Applications must be submitted by July 25th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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