Communications Officer (Head of Communications) - Consultant Level II

About the role

The Partnerships and Communications team at WFP Somalia supports strategic advocacy, resource mobilization and partnership development. The Head of Communications leads the team in planning and executing external communications that strengthen and harmonize narratives for advocacy and resource mobilization, and acts as spokesperson for WFP Somalia. The role also covers internal communications and community engagement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the communications team, provide strategic direction, maintain regular briefings and build team capacity
• Manage media engagement: media contacts, press briefings, media training, interviews, speeches and media lines
• Act as spokesperson for WFP Somalia and handle media queries
• Lead multimedia production, including field missions, scriptwriting, editing and social media
• Lead internal communications and capacity building for field colleagues
• Strengthen two-way communication with beneficiaries through culturally relevant materials such as SMS, radio broadcasts and campaigns
• Support advocacy strategies and donor visibility, including factsheets, stories and global content

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, media studies, public relations, advocacy, international relations, marketing or digital communications, or first degree with further experience and training
• At least 5 years of relevant experience with an advanced degree, or 7 years with a first degree
• Fluent English (level C); intermediate knowledge of a second UN language is a plus
• Prior experience with the UN, international organizations or humanitarian contexts is an advantage; prior knowledge of Somalia or WFP strongly preferred
• Candidates must be nationals of another country; female candidates are encouraged to apply

Required skills

• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• Public speaking and social media management
• Project management

Applications are submitted only through the online recruiting system, with a CV and cover letter; the deadline is 19 November 2026.