Senior External Relations Assistant
Quick answer
UNHCR is hiring a Senior External Relations Assistant in Nouakchott, Senegal, to support external relations activities, including organizing visits, drafting communication materials, and implementing social media strategies. The position is locally recruited and requires 2 years of experience with a High School Diploma or 1 year with a Bachelor's degree.
- Role
- Senior External Relations Assistant
- Organization
- UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
- Location
- Nouakchott, National
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Senior External Relations Assistant supports the management of external relations activities within the UNHCR office. This role involves organizing visits from foreign delegations, donors, and media, as well as drafting various communication materials such as briefing notes and reports. The assistant will also help implement social media strategies and organize visibility events.
What you'll do
- Draft briefing notes, press releases, bulletins, reports, newsletters and prepare any other public information material, as required
- Facilitate and accompany visits of foreign delegations, partner NGOs, donors and the media to refugee camps
- Draft and translate routine correspondence and texts
- Assist with developing and implementing UNHCR's social media strategy
- Organize visibility events and liaise with partners, refugees and local communities
- Review media daily and ensure the office is kept informed of local developments
What it takes
- 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher
- Excellent drafting and communication skills in English and French
- Proficiency in digital communication and design tools
- Experience in UN/UNHCR, humanitarian or international organizations
- Previous experience in external relations, communications, public information, media, journalism or international relations
- Ability to prepare and disseminate accurate and audience-appropriate communication and visibility materials
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Nouakchott, Senegal.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not specified in the job description.
What is the work schedule for this position?
The work schedule is not specified in the job description.
What are the key qualifications required for this position?
Key qualifications include 2 years of relevant experience with a High School Diploma or 1 year with a Bachelor's degree, excellent drafting and communication skills in English and French, and proficiency in digital communication and design tools.
How do I apply for this position?
Applications should be submitted by October 1, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNHCR - United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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