Communications Associate

Volunteering Communications & PR Admin

Overview

Support UN Communications Group in enhancing joint strategic communication around programs.

You have:

• Demonstrated interest in the field of communications through academic projects, internships or volunteer work.
• Experience supporting the production of communication materials such as social media posts, blog articles, newsletters, or event promotion content.
• Familiarity with managing or contributing to digital communication platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter/X, blogs, or websites), including content creation and basic analytics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to draft clear, engaging content.
• Good organizational and coordination abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to support multiple communication activities simultaneously.
• Basic design and content creation skills using tools such as Canva or video editing apps are desirable.

Contract

This is a UNV International Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Youth contracts.

Effective communication is central to advancing UN programmes and operations in Mozambique, promoting joint initiatives, and ensuring the visibility of programmatic impact across sectors. To support these objectives, a dedicated UN Communications Group (UNCG) has been established, composed of focal points from the different UN agencies working in the country. This group fosters collaboration, alignment of messaging, and coordinated outreach efforts. The UN Volunteer will support the UN Communications Group in its mandate to enhance joint strategic communication around UN programmes and operations. He/She will contribute to crafting and disseminating engaging and inclusive content that reflects the mandates of all UN agencies, and in particular to portrait UN joint work. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in multi-agency communications work, while contributing to meaningful UN efforts. Key Activities: • Draft and edit communication materials such as social media posts, newsletters, human interest stories, and press releases. • Monitor and compile content from UN agencies to ensure consistent messaging and branding, in particular from joint programmes. • Support the preparation of UN corporate materials, such us the UN Results report, corporate flyers, posters, etc • Propose innovations to enhance UN communications, especially in social and digital media. • Maintain a shared calendar of key events and campaigns to optimize visibility and coordination. • Provide communications and logistic support for events, campaigns, and advocacy initiatives, in particular joint UN initiatives. • Assist in coordinating regular meetings of the UN Communications Group, including agenda setting, documentation, and follow-up. • Perform any other duties related to the Job Description, as needed. This role is ideal for a dynamic, motivated individual passionate about UN work and skilled in digital and written communication.

Under the direct supervision of the UN RCO Head of Office, the UN Volunteer will support the work of the UN Communications Group and contribute to various communications-related activities that strengthen the visibility, coherence, and impact of UN initiatives in Mozambique. Key tasks include: • Contributes to the development and implementation of communication strategies and plans by providing inputs, assisting with content gathering and drafting, and supporting the alignment of messaging across UN agencies. • Supports the creation, editing, and dissemination of communication materials, including social media posts, human interest stories, newsletters, event flyers, and multimedia content. The UN Volunteer will learn to adapt messages for different platforms and audiences while ensuring all UN perspectives are well represented. • Assists in the coordination and facilitation of meetings of the UN Communications Group by preparing agendas, drafting meeting minutes, organizing logistics, and following up on action points, gaining exposure to collaborative processes across agencies. • Participates in the documentation and sharing of best practices and success stories by collecting relevant information from UN agencies, supporting interviews, and helping draft narrative content that highlights the impact of UN programmes and operations. • Supports the management of a shared communications calendar by helping track important campaigns, international observances, and joint events to ensure coordinated outreach and visibility. • Contributes to social media engagement and online presence, helping to draft, schedule, and monitor posts, and learning about performance analytics and effective digital engagement techniques. • Participates in communication campaigns and public events by supporting planning, logistics, content creation, and on-site engagement, gaining practical experience in campaign execution and stakeholder collaboration. Through these tasks, the UN Volunteer will build foundational skills in strategic communications, digital media, and inter-agency coordination, while contributing meaningfully to initiatives that amplify UN work in Mozambique.

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Building Trust • Commitment and Motivation • Commitment to Continuous Learning • Communication • Creativity • Empowering Others • Ethics and Values • Integrity • Knowledge Sharing • Planning and Organizing • Respect for Diversity • Self-Management • Working in Teams

• Demonstrated interest in the field of communications through academic projects, internships or volunteer work. • Experience supporting the production of communication materials such as social media posts, blog articles, newsletters, or event promotion content. • Familiarity with managing or contributing to digital communication platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter/X, blogs, or websites), including content creation and basic analytics. • Exposure to or participation in communication campaigns, media relations, storytelling, or advocacy initiatives is an asset. • Any prior role (paid or unpaid) assisting in event communications, social media engagement, or digital storytelling will be considered valuable experience. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to draft clear, engaging content. • Basic design and content creation skills using tools such as Canva or video editing apps are desirable. • Understanding of digital communications trends and social media best practices. • Good organizational and coordination abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to support multiple communication activities simultaneously. • Team-oriented and collaborative, with a willingness to learn from others and contribute to a shared communications vision. • Creative thinking and openness to experimenting with new communication formats and ideas.

Mozambique is located in the southeastern coast of Africa, bordering South Africa, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi and Tanzania, with an Indian Ocean coastline of 2,700 Km. The country is endowed with important natural resources, such as arable land, forestry, water, energy and mineral resources, including the third largest reserves of natural gas in the continent, recently discovered in the Rovuma River basin, bordering Tanzania, in the northern province of Cabo Delgado. Maputo, its capital, is a very pleasant city and offers a wide range of facilities. The hottest and wettest months in Maputo Province are December to February when the average daily minimum temperatures are around 22°C and the average daily highs of 30°c. The rain season is between October and April. Winters (June to August) are mild with the average daily temperature ranging from 13°C to 24°C. Communication and transport services are available at various costs. There is a wide selection of apartments and houses for rent, starting from US$ 700 per month. Meals at restaurants cost between US$10 and US$20. Maputo city has several supermarkets that sell food, clothing, and household goods at reasonable prices. The Metical is the local currency and exchange rate stands at USD 1 equivalent to about 63.25 meticais (MZM) as of May 2025. There are private clinics that provide healthcare services. Banks and ATMs are as well available to meet financial needs. Visa cards are usually accepted. Maputo is categorized as a family duty station offering a variety of different accommodation options. It has a vibrant international community whilst also providing excellent opportunities to work in a national, Mozambican context. The country hosts some of the finest beaches in the world. Game parks and wildlife reserves are easily accessible from Maputo.

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