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Associate Communications Officer

Position:Professional | NO-BDeadline:19 Sep 2026 (4 days left)Job ID:283442Posted on:4 Sep 2026 (11 days ago)
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Job Description

Supports the UN Resident Coordinator Office in Port Moresby with strategic communications for national Sustainable Development Goals priorities. The officer monitors media and reputational risks, develops narratives and communications products, coordinates media and public events, supports campaigns and partnerships, engages external stakeholders, and analyses communications data and.

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 media monitoring and reputational-risk analysis
  • 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 degree in communication journalism international relations digital communications or related field
  • At least two years of experience developing and implementing communications strategies
  • Knowledge of strategic communications principles and practices
  • English are required

Skills

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UN RCS Careers, on 4 Sep 2026.