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Associate Communications Officer

Position:Professional | NO-BDeadline:22 Sep 2026 (7 days left)Job ID:283448Posted on:7 Sep 2026 (8 days ago)
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Job Description

Supports the UN Resident Coordinator Office in Colombo by developing strategic communications, monitoring media and public narratives, and producing clear content that advances UN priorities. The officer helps coordinate campaigns, media engagement, outreach and advocacy, using data and digital channels to reach diverse audiences and report on the effectiveness of communications approaches in Sri

Key Details

Position Details

Experience level

Early

Minimum experience

2 years

Employment type

Full-time

Arrangement

Onsite

Minimum education

Postgraduate degree

Contract duration

1 year

Language Requirements

Required

English

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Gather insights from traditional, social and digital media monitoring
  • Support implementation of communications strategies and campaigns
  • Draft narratives and messaging for diverse audiences
  • Prepare media products, talking points and outreach materials

Role Requirements

  • Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, international relations, digital communications or related field
  • At least two years of progressively responsible experience developing and implementing communications strategies
  • Fluency in English
  • Open to nationals of Sri Lanka only

Desired Criteria

  • Nationals of Sri Lanka only

Skills

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UN RCS Careers, on 7 Sep 2026.