Communications Assistant – Yaoundé
UNHCR
Yaoundé, Centre, Cameroon
·18 May. 2023
·Unspecified
·Communication
·Communication assistant
- Assist in collecting information, identifying and developing stories about refugees, internally displaced persons and persons at risk of statelessness for UNHCR’s media platforms, including assistance in generating content for social media;
- Assist in the preparation of print and digital communication materials (web stories, photo essays, factsheets, info graphics etc.), visibility items, and in publication design management;
- Assist in implementing campaigns and staging events;
- Support outreach, including media relations, digital media and multi-media projects, to ensure public support for refugees and other people served by UNHCR;
- Assist with monitoring national and international media coverage of UNHCR’s work with refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced persons and people at risk of statelessness in Cameroon;
- Undertake other projects as needed to further assist the Communications Unit’s work.
- Current students or recent graduates (have completed studies within one year of applying from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO) with Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in journalism, communications or related field.
- Superior command of French and English languages with excellent written and oral communication skills;
- Working knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite is desired. Knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop is a plus. Proficiency in Canva is a plus.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize with minimal supervision. Attention to detail required.
- Have no direct family ties with a UNHCR staff member (including Temporary Appointment holder) nor with a member of the Affiliate Workforce.
