Communications Senior Officer

The Communications Senior Officer contributes to the development and execution of strategic communication initiatives. The role involves conducting research and drafting high-level reports and background papers for strategic events, overseeing the creation of high-quality editorial content, and building relationships with key stakeholders and media partners.

• Conduct research and draft analytical reports and background papers for high-level fora and events.
• Prepare key messages, statements and presentations for strategic events.
• Provide substantive input to the implementation and monitoring of strategic plans.
• Engage with agencies and partners to document lessons and facilitate knowledge exchange.
• Follow up on key recommendations and reporting deliverables from major events.
• Contribute to developing comprehensive communication strategies and ensure alignment with corporate priorities.
• Contribute to the day-to-day implementation of the strategy, ensuring timely, high-quality outputs.
• Monitor and analyze communication context and recommend adjustments.
• Contribute to communication budget tracking and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Collaborate with specialists on proposal development and methodological improvements.
• Lead development of high-quality editorial content - press materials, digital media, videos and knowledge products.
• Oversee processes of capturing, analyzing and packaging content for strategic communication.
• Draft and refine messaging for targeted audiences and ensure brand coherence.
• Manage multiple content deliverables and ensure timeliness and quality.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and media partners.
• Support organization and representation at external events, ensuring professional alignment with UNOPS principles.
• Provide guidance to teams on stakeholder messaging and communication standards.
• Support the organization, facilitation and delivery of training and learning sessions on communications topics.
• Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and Communities of Practice CoPs, contributing insights and lessons learned from communications project implementation.
• Conduct research on communication-related topics and contribute to the drafting of reports, summaries and briefing notes.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree or equivalent in any discipline with 2 years of relevant experience is required.
• A globally or nationally recognized professional certificate in communications, journalism, or digital and social media communications is desired.