Communications Specialist: Publications and Social Media

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations; Roma; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

FAO seeks a Communications Specialist (Consultant/PSA) to support ESP’s Rural Transformation and Gender Equality work in Italy. You will draft and edit diverse communication materials, assist with publications, and help manage social media and visibility activities, ensuring alignment with FAO standards and deadlines.

The role requires an advanced degree, at least one year in related fields, and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by IAU/UNESCO in communication, journalism, public relations, international relations, development studies, social sciences, graphic design, digital media, multimedia production, economics or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization.
• One year of relevant experience in communications, public information, editorial support, digital communication, social media, graphic design, multimedia production, event communication, knowledge management or related areas.
• Working knowledge of English

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit and adapt communication materials for diverse audiences and channels.
• Support publication-related processes, including inputs, titles, metadata and clearances.
• Assist with social media management, content creation and basic visual assets.

Skills

Communication

Editing

Public information

Digital media

Education

Advanced university degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

FAO seeks a Communications Specialist (Consultant/PSA) to support ESP’s Rural Transformation and Gender Equality work in Italy. You will draft and edit diverse communication materials, assist with publications, and help manage social media and visibility activities, ensuring alignment with FAO standards and deadlines.

The role requires an advanced degree, at least one year in related fields, and English proficiency.