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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP? 

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.

• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.

• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.

• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.

• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

POSITION TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT

​GRADE: G5

CONTRACT TYPE: FIXED TERM

DURATION: 12 MONTHS (POSSIBLE EXTENSION BASED ON FUNDING & PERFORMANCE)

DUTY STATION: MONROVIA, LIBERIA

REPORTING LINE: POST HOLDER REPORTS TO PARTNERSHIPS & COMMUNICATION OFFICER

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 04 MARCH 2026

ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT:

This position is based in the World Food Programme Liberia Country Office, within the Communications and Partnerships Unit. The incumbent will report directly to the Communications and Partnerships Officer.

The job holder is expected to support a range of communication and visibility activities that require interpretation of established guidelines, timely coordination, and consistent application of WFP branding and communication standards. The role also provides partnership‑related support when requested by the Communication and Partnerships Officer, particularly on donor visibility and reporting inputs.

JOB PURPOSE:

To perform general administrative and some specialized communications processes that support the creation of communications content and the delivery of communications services aimed at maintaining and enhancing WFP’s visibility and reputation and supporting fundraising activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Provide coordination, administrative, and specialized support in the development, preparation, and execution of communication and visibility campaigns for targeted audiences.

Monitor and coordinate the production of communication materials, including schedules, clearances, logistics, and field arrangements for missions, photo/video documentation, events, and other multimedia activities.

Conduct basic research, compile information, and prepare data inputs to support communication products, briefs, talking points, visibility reports, and decision‑making processes.

Monitor traditional and social media platforms and provide daily/weekly summaries to inform WFP Liberia’s communications priorities, identify opportunities, and flag reputational risks.

Draft and prepare content for social media, web features, newsletters, human‑interest stories, and printed materials, ensuring compliance with WFP’s branding and messaging guidelines.

When requested by the Partnerships Officer, support the gathering, consolidation, and organization of information for donor visibility, partnership briefs, success stories, newsletters, and external messaging products.

Coordinate with Programme teams and implementing partners when requested by the Communication and Partnerships Officer to collect donor reporting inputs, visibility materials, field photos, beneficiary stories, and activity updates, ensuring compliance with donor visibility and reporting requirements.

Manage and maintain records and databases, such as journalist and media outlet contact lists, photo/video archives, to ensure the information is accurate, organized and readily available for others to access.

Liaise with WFP staff and the media in a timely manner, to support aligned activities and an effective approach to communications within WFP

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Minimum of five years or relevant experience
• Has demonstrated the ability to perform routine communication tasks and produce communication materials in line with WFP’s operating standards through day‑to‑day work.
• Has experience supporting the drafting of communication products and contributing to basic reporting, such as inputs for donor reports, visibility updates, briefs, or field activity summaries.
• Has assisted in providing ad‑hoc guidance or orientation to new staff members, interns, or colleagues working on communication‑related activities.

STANDARD MINIMUM ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable.

Language:

Fluency (level C) in English language is required

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:  global.inclusion@wfp.org

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruitment system. We do not accept CVs or spontaneous applications by email.

• If you experience challenges while submitting your online application, please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org for technical support only.

• Please note that applications sent to this email address cannot be considered.

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter

• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time

• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.