UN Opens Strategic Communications Specialist Role in New York for 2026

UN Opens Strategic Communications Specialist Role in New York for 2026
New York, USA

— The

United Nations (UN)

is recruiting a

Strategic Communications Specialist (SSA5)

for its Department of Global Communications (DGC) at the UN Headquarters in New York. The position is part of the UN’s mission to strengthen global awareness and support for its goals, including peace, development, human rights, climate action, and humanitarian response.

This senior communications role is strategic in shaping and disseminating high‑impact information across multiple global platforms, ensuring that key UN initiatives reach diverse audiences through tailored messaging, digital media engagement, and coordinated outreach efforts.

Role & Responsibilities
The Strategic Communications Specialist will play a central role in enhancing the visibility and impact of priority UN agendas. Key responsibilities include:

Developing and implementing communications strategies

to support major UN initiatives and campaigns

Crafting compelling messaging, talking points, and media products

for broad audiences

Engaging with global media outlets, social platforms, and partner networks

to amplify UN priorities

Producing high‑quality publications, reports, press releases, and multimedia content

Coordinating with field offices and UN agencies

to ensure message consistency and alignment

Providing expert communications advice

to senior leadership and task teams

The role requires a combination of

strategic thinking, writing excellence, media savvy, and digital fluency , enabling the selected candidate to navigate fast‑changing information environments and elevate the UN’s global voice.

Who Should Apply
Ideal candidates will possess:

A

Master’s degree or equivalent

in communications, journalism, international relations, public policy, or a related field

At least

8 years of progressively responsible experience

in strategic communications, public information, or media relations, preferably within international or multicultural settings

Demonstrated expertise in

content creation, media engagement, and campaign management

Strong understanding of the

UN system, global issues, and multilateral diplomacy

Excellent

written and oral communication skills in English ; proficiency in additional UN official languages is an asset

The role emphasizes several key competencies:

Strategic communication planning and execution

Media relations and digital engagement expertise

Leadership and team coordination

Crisis communication and rapid response capability

Cultural sensitivity and collaboration across diverse stakeholders

Location & Terms
The position is based at the

UN Headquarters in New York , with periodic travel expected to support outreach, field engagement, and media events. As a senior level role, it offers competitive international terms and benefits in line with UN professional standards.

Why This Role Matters
In an era of rapid information flow and global challenges, strategic communications are central to shaping public understanding, fostering stakeholder support, and advancing international cooperation. This position provides an opportunity for an experienced communications leader to contribute directly to global impact, using storytelling, strategic outreach, and media engagement to enhance the United Nations’ visibility and influence worldwide.

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