Young Professional Officer (Communication And Outreach)
Quick answer
FAO is hiring a Young Professional Officer (Communication And Outreach) in Rome, Italy, to support the planning and development of communication activities for the Deputy Director-General, Natural Resources and Sustainable Production. The position is entry-level and requires a Master's degree and one year of relevant experience. Compensation and benefits are competitive.
- Role
- Young Professional Officer (Communication And Outreach)
- Organization
- FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Young Professional Officer (Communication and Outreach) at FAO supports the planning and development of communication activities for the Deputy Director-General, Natural Resources and Sustainable Production. This role involves preparing communication materials, supporting digital communications, and coordinating events. The officer will also assist in monitoring and reporting activities while maintaining communication resources.
What you'll do
- Support the planning, coordination and implementation of communication and outreach material and products for DDCN
- Assist in design, drafting, editing and delivery of high-quality, targeted communications products
- Support the organization and delivery of events, such as webinars, panels, side events, and exhibitions
- Compile communication metrics and analytics and contribute to the preparation of periodic monitoring and performance reports
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in communication or related field
- One year of relevant experience in communication and outreach
- Proficiency in English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO language
- Experience in developing communication products
- Experience in organizing events
- Ability to analyze and summarize technical reports
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel, 30 working days of annual leave per year, pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund, international health insurance; optional life insurance, disability protection
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Rome, Italy.
What is the compensation and benefits package?
Compensation and benefits are competitive and include dependency allowances, rental subsidy, education grant for children, home leave travel, 30 working days of annual leave per year, pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund, international health insurance; optional life insurance, and disability protection.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in communication or related field, one year of relevant experience in communication and outreach, proficiency in English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO language, experience in developing communication products, experience in organizing events, and the ability to analyze and summarize technical reports.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile and submit the application well before the deadline date.
Is the position remote?
The position is based at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, and the work schedule is not specified.
How to apply
Apply directly on FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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