Communications Assistant jobs in United Arab Emirates

This is a unique opportunity for an early-career communications assistant looking to build hands-on experience managing social media and digital content creation on human rights issues in the MENA region.

The role requires autonomy, creativity and adaptability, and a passion for creating impactful messages to advocate for the respect of human rights in the MENA.

Social media management: Create, schedule and publish social media content across platforms (X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn); version content for different formats (stories, Reels, carousels); draft clear and engaging content in Arabic and English (and desirably French); monitor and grow engagement with online audiences.

Website management: Regularly update our website with victims’ profiles, press releases, articles, legal resources and reports; ensure all pages are up to date; work closely with the team to ensure website content reflects our legal advocacy work.

Content production and translation support: Assist with the production of communications materials including newsletters, articles, profiles of victims and survivors, and our annual report; coordinate with team members for case studies and testimonies; support multimedia content creation (graphics, short videos, infographics); support multilingual communications by translating and adapting materials between Arabic and English (and, when possible, French).

Design and brand consistency: Create visual posts and infographics using graphic design tools; ensure all materials align with brand guidelines.

Administrative support: Coordinate meetings and support the organization of public events; provide statistics for reporting purposes; support the dissemination of project communication materials.

Demonstrated interest in advancing human rights in the MENA region.

University degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism, political science, international relations or a related field.

Relevant professional experience; ideally in working in an NGO and/or on human rights issues.

Excellent English and Arabic writing, editing and proofreading skills. Knowledge of French is a plus.

Excellent knowledge and use of all social media platforms, including Instagram, X, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Excellent graphic design skills, with proficiency in the use of design tools such as Canva. Short video-making and editing skills are desirable.

Highly organised with strong attention to detail, ability to meet multiple deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment.

Positive, can-do attitude; proactive, flexible and enthusiastic team player.

Ability to handle confidential matters with professional discretion.

Fully remote position, with flexibility to work from any location.

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in communications and digital advocacy on human rights issues in the MENA region.

Exposure to the work of an organization engaged in legal advocacy and human rights documentation.

Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.