UNOPS Communications Officer 2026 – |

UNOPS Communications Officer (Graphic Design & Social Media) 2026 – Home-Based International Job

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) – UN Youth Office – Home-Based

Complete guide to responsibilities, qualifications, contract details, and application process

Quick Highlights

Parameter	Details
Organization	United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Position	Communications Officer (Graphic Design & Social Media)
Supporting	United Nations Youth Office
Duty Station	Home-based
Job Category	Strategy & Corporate Services
Seniority Level	Associate
ICS Level	ICS 08
Contract Type	ICA – LICA – Specialist – Regular
Contract Level	LICA 8
Contract Duration	Six months (possible extensions)
Required Experience	2 years with bachelor's degree OR no experience with relevant master's degree
Language	English fluency required (UN languages desirable)
Application Deadline	22 November 2026 (before midnight Copenhagen time)
Application Mode	Online via UNOPS Careers Portal
Official Portal	https://careers.unops.org

Important Dates

Event	Date
Posting Date	6 November 2026
Closing Date	22 November 2026 (before midnight Copenhagen time / CET)

About UNOPS and the UN Youth Office

The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office brings together international expertise to support partners in delivering sustainable development initiatives across more than 130 countries. The Development and Special Initiatives team works with United Nations partners and Member States to advance the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

For this assignment, UNOPS is supporting the implementation of activities for the United Nations Youth Office, established through UN General Assembly Resolution 76/306. The UN Youth Office serves as the dedicated entity for youth affairs within the UN Secretariat, strengthening coordination on youth issues, advancing advocacy and policy coherence, and promoting meaningful youth participation in UN processes and decision-making.

The Communications Officer will join the Partnerships, Communications and Advocacy Section, which leads strategic communications, digital engagement, multimedia storytelling, public advocacy, and external partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design and Visual Identity Development

Responsibility	Details
Branding Systems	Develop branding systems, visual concepts, illustrations, and campaign identities
Social Media Graphics	Design social media graphics, digital communication materials, and promotional products
Templates	Create templates, presentations, publications, event signage, and merchandise designs
Visual Standards	Maintain consistent visual standards across communications products
Youth-Friendly Content	Produce accessible, engaging, and youth-friendly visual content

Social Media Management and Content Creation

Responsibility	Details
Content Planning	Coordinate social media calendars, editorial priorities, and publishing schedules
Content Creation	Create engaging graphics, written content, and visual storytelling materials
Review & Publication	Support content review and timely publication
Consistency	Maintain consistency in messaging, branding, and editorial standards
Intern Guidance	Guide interns and contributors on copywriting and content development
Audience Engagement	Support audience engagement and amplify youth perspectives

Campaign, Event and Advocacy Communications

Responsibility	Details
Priority Initiatives	Youth Mental Health and Well-being; UN Youth Compass; Young Leaders for the SDGs
Event Support	Support communications planning and content production for events, missions, and engagements involving the Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs

Digital Communications Strategy and Audience Engagement

Responsibility	Details
Trend Monitoring	Monitor social media trends, platform developments, and emerging content formats
Analytics	Analyse audience engagement, digital traffic, and social media performance
KPIs	Support development of key performance indicators
Recommendations	Recommend improvements to content formats and publishing strategies
Digital Storytelling	Strengthen digital storytelling and online visibility
Reach Expansion	Identify opportunities to expand reach of youth-focused advocacy campaigns

Education and Academic Qualifications

Requirement	Details
Option 1	Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Communications, Fine Arts, Social Sciences, or relevant discipline + at least 2 years of relevant professional experience
Option 2	Master's degree or equivalent in relevant field (no additional years of experience required)
Advantage	Recognised professional certification in graphic design

Required Professional Experience and Technical Skills

Skill	Details
Design Software	Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and Figma
Digital Graphics	Experience producing digital graphics, GIFs, icons, logos, charts, and publications
Social Media Platforms	Experience developing content for Facebook, Instagram, Threads, X, LinkedIn, and TikTok
CMS	Familiarity with web content management systems, particularly Drupal
Design Capabilities	Strong graphic design, branding, and visual communication capabilities
Copywriting	Excellent copywriting and content strategy skills

Additional Experience Considered an Advantage

Advantage	Details
Tools	Familiarity with Adobe Spark, Trello, and Submittable
Youth Advocacy	Experience supporting youth-focused advocacy campaigns
International Organisations	Previous work with international organisations
Strategic Communications	Experience in strategic communications and digital engagement programmes

Language Requirements

Language	Requirement
English	Fluent – Required
French	Fluent – Desirable
Spanish	Fluent – Desirable
Arabic	Fluent – Desirable
Chinese (Mandarin)	Fluent – Desirable
Russian	Fluent – Desirable

Contract Duration and Employment Conditions

Condition	Details
Contract Type	LICA Specialist contract at Level 8
Duration	Six months
Extensions	Possible subject to funding, organisational requirements, and satisfactory performance
Work Arrangement	Home-based

How to Apply

Step	Action
1	Visit UNOPS Careers Portal: https://careers.unops.org
2	Search for "Communications Officer (Graphic Design & Social Media)"
3	Review vacancy announcement carefully
4	Ensure qualifications, experience, and technical competencies meet requirements
5	Submit application before 22 November 2026 (before midnight Copenhagen time)

Important Recruitment Information:

UNOPS does not accept unsolicited CVs or résumés
No payment is required at any stage of the recruitment process
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Recruitment process may include additional assessments
Background checks are conducted for successful candidates
UNOPS promotes diversity, equal employment opportunities, and an inclusive working environment

Important Links (Direct URLs)

Description	URL
Apply Online (UNOPS – Job ID 5082)	https://careers.unops.org/careersmarketplace/JobDetail/Communications-Officer-Graphic-Design-Social-Media/5082
UNOPS Careers Portal	https://careers.unops.org

Frequently Asked Questions

Question	Answer
Q1. What is the position?	Communications Officer (Graphic Design & Social Media)
Q2. Which organization is hiring?	United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Q3. What is the duty station?	Home-based
Q4. What is the contract duration?	Six months (possible extensions)
Q5. What is the application deadline?	22 November 2026 (before midnight Copenhagen time)
Q6. What is the required experience?	2 years with bachelor's degree OR no experience with relevant master's degree
Q7. What is the contract type?	ICA – LICA – Specialist – Regular (LICA 8)
Q8. What language is required?	English fluency required; UN languages desirable
Q9. How do I apply?	Through UNOPS Careers Portal
Q10. Is there an application fee?	No — UNOPS does not charge any fee at any stage

Final Call-to-Action

Step	Action
1	Visit https://careers.unops.org
2	Search for "Communications Officer (Graphic Design & Social Media)"
3	Review vacancy requirements carefully
4	Prepare application with relevant experience and portfolio
5	Submit before 22 November 2026 (midnight Copenhagen time)
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