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Associate Public Information Officer

UNSMILTripoli,Libya
Position:Professional | NO-BDeadline:20 Sep 2026 (22 days left)Job ID:282374Posted on:21 Aug 2026 (8 days ago)
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Job Description

UNSMIL is recruiting an Associate Public Information Officer in Tripoli to develop communications for local and international audiences. The NOB officer monitors news and social media, prepares media reviews and digital content in English and Arabic, covers Mission events, supports website and social-platform updates, and builds communications partnerships with national media, youth and other.

Key Details

Department

Public Information and Communications Section

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, Arabic

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Produce and disseminate information to local media and organizations
  • Compile and quality-control daily morning news headlines
  • Monitor social media and analyse trends
  • Draft communication products and digital-media campaigns in English and Arabic
  • Cover Mission events and produce photography and video content
  • Draft human-interest stories and update digital platforms
  • Prepare internal reports, dashboards and newsletters
  • Build communication capacity and partnerships with national media and youth
  • Work on evening and weekend rota duties

Role Requirements

  • Advanced degree in communication, journalism, international relations, public administration or a related field
  • Two years of progressively responsible experience in public information, journalism, international relations, public administration or a related area
  • English and Arabic are required
  • Libyan nationality

Desired Criteria

  • Experience managing and organizing events, forums or themed conferences
  • Relevant experience with the United Nations Secretariat, UN Common System organizations or a similar international organization

Skills

Tools and Technologies

Additional Information

  • National Professional Officer candidates must be nationals of Libya
  • Appointment or assignment is initially for one year and renewal is subject to availability of post or funds and approvals

Source & verification

IGO Jobs sourced this vacancy from UNSMIL Careers, on 21 Aug 2026.