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Associate Communications Officer

Position:Professional | NO-BDeadline:18 Sep 2026 (3 days left)Job ID:283137Posted on:3 Sep 2026 (12 days ago)
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Job Description

Supports the UN Resident Coordinator Office in Thimphu with strategic communications for Bhutan. The officer monitors media and reputational risks, develops narratives and communications products, coordinates media and public events, supports campaigns and partnerships, facilitates the UN Communications Group, and analyses communications data and performance to improve engagement, reporting.

Key Details

Department

United Nations Resident Coordination Office

Position Details

Experience level

Early

Minimum experience

2 years

Arrangement

Onsite

Minimum education

Postgraduate degree or equivalent

Contract duration

1 year

Language Requirements

Required

English

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Gather insights from traditional social and digital media monitoring
  • Implement communications strategies for target audiences
  • Draft narratives and messaging across channels
  • Plan press conferences briefings and media events
  • Produce communications products including press releases and web stories
  • Monitor and report on communications performance and effectiveness

Role Requirements

  • Advanced university degree in communication journalism international relations digital communications or a related field
  • At least two years of experience in communications international relations or other relevant areas
  • Ability to develop and implement communications strategies
  • English is required
  • Open to nationals of Bhutan only

Skills

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UN RCS Careers, on 3 Sep 2026.