Join ILO as Communication and Public Information Officer: Shape Global Dialogue
Join ILO as Communication and Public Information Officer: Shape Global Dialogue
- Vacancy no.: RBC/P/RESEARCH/2025/5
- Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 17 March 2025
- Job ID: 12751
- Department: RESEARCH
- Organization Unit: RESEARCH
- Location: Geneva
- Contract type: Fixed Term
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is seeking a Communication and Public Information Officer to enhance its outreach efforts. This role involves crafting compelling narratives, managing public relations, and engaging stakeholders to promote labor rights and decent work globally. Contribute to meaningful change and join our dedicated team today!
The position is located in the Research Department (RESEARCH) of the ILO, which conducts research on labour, employment and social protection issues to contribute to policy formulation by ILO constituents at national and global levels. The main purpose of the Department is to assess major trends – including new technologies, demographic patterns, environmental and climate change, the evolving role of finance and emerging patterns in development and globalization – in relation to the World of Work. The position reports to the Deputy Director of RESEARCH.
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Responsibilities
- Research and develop materials for specific information topics and/or outputs such as audio/video productions. Collect and compile information for dissemination.
- Draft news releases, correspondence or other information publications, and assist with the distribution of information materials.
- Prepare briefing materials for senior communication and public information specialists prior to their appearance at interviews, conferences and briefings. Participate in the organization of seminars, conferences and meetings.
- Maintain lines of communication and working relationships with representatives of the media, NGOs and/or other groups to develop an understanding of information requirements.
- Edit, write or rewrite articles, newsletters or other information materials as required.
- Assist with the production of audio/video projects by conducting research, acquiring copyright and other clearances, and arranging for editing and audio mixing. Participate in the development and maintenance of web-sites.
Requirements
Education
First-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in communications, journalism, international relations, liberal arts or other relevant discipline.
Experience
Three years of professional experience in public information or related fields of work.
Languages
Excellent command of one working language (English, French, Spanish) of the Organization and a working knowledge of a second working language of the Organization. Knowledge of a third working language of the Organization would be an advantage.
