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Communications Specialist– UHC Life Course Cluster Support

WHOAddis Ababa, Ethiopia
Category | Grade:Volunteer | UNVDeadline:24 Jul 2026Job ID:1784888021270629Posted on:10 Jul 2026
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Overview

This UNV assignment provides cross-cutting communications support to WHO Ethiopia's Universal Health Coverage Life Course Cluster. The volunteer translates technical and policy content into accessible products and documents programme activities for policymakers, partners and the public.

Department: UHC Life Course Cluster

Languages

Required: English, Amharic

Job Functions

  1. Communications, Media and Advocacy
  2. Healthcare and Medical Services

Minimum Experience

Not listed

Estimated Salary

Not available

Responsibilities

  • Support development and implementation of communication plans for UHC Life Course Cluster priorities
  • Translate technical and policy content into clear, accessible communication products for diverse audiences
  • Draft and edit communication materials including briefs, reports, success stories and talking points
  • Document programme activities such as meetings, workshops, field missions and stakeholder consultations
  • Coordinate production of multimedia content including videos, photographs and digital assets
  • Liaise with consultants and vendors on audio-visual production, ensuring compliance with WHO standards
  • Support content development for digital platforms and social media channels
  • Provide communication and facilitation support for national events, policy dialogues and dissemination workshops

Requirements

  • Experience in communications, public health advocacy or development communication
  • Experience documenting technical meetings, events and programme activities
  • Experience in content development, reporting and knowledge translation of technical programmes
  • Excellent writing, editing and reporting skills
  • Solid computer literacy including Microsoft Office and digital content tools

Skills

Technical WritingKnowledge TranslationEvent DocumentationMultimedia CoordinationStakeholder CommunicationContent DevelopmentReport Writing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Additional info

  • Volunteer assignment via UNV
  • Field travel may be required, occasionally involving basic living conditions