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What we are looking for
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a highly qualified, resilient, and dynamic professional to take up the role of Communication and Media Adviser - LACRMD Coalition. The purpose of the role is to lead the design and implementation of the LACRMD Coalition’s communications and media strategy, working in close coordination with Coalition members—particularly their communications teams. The role is responsible for developing evidence-based communications products grounded in primary data, analyses, and reports produced by Coalition members and commissioned work. The position also oversees the Coalition’s digital platforms, including the website and LinkedIn account, and ensures coherent, strategic messaging aligned with the Coalition’s advocacy priorities.
What you will do
Support, together with LACRMD members, the development, coordination, and implementation of the Coalition’s communications strategy and workplan, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and working groups.
Ensure that all communications products are evidence-based, developed in coordination with the Coalition Coordinator, approved by the Steering Committee, and aligned with Coalition principles and positions.
Ensure the production and dissemination of public communications products (website, social media, newsletters, press releases, briefing notes) to strengthen visibility and positioning of humanitarian and protection crises in the region.
Analyse and use secondary data, reports, and analytical products from Coalition members to develop strategic communications and messaging on forced displacement, humanitarian needs, and protection risks in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Provide communications analysis and strategic advice to the Coalition Coordinator and Steering Committee to ensure message coherence and alignment with agreed priorities.
- Produce a wide range of communications products, including briefing notes, articles, key messages, web content, social media posts, newsletters, multimedia resources, and summaries for decision-makers, media, and partners.
Please download the detailed job description to learn more about the position.
What you will bring
Advanced degree in journalism, law, social sciences, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a communications/media adviser or journalist, preferably in development, humanitarian crises, or foreign affairs.
Experience working with NGO programme data and evidence to develop advocacy, communications, and media products for diverse audiences.
Graphic design skills and proficiency in design tools (Adobe Suite, Canva) and web development tools (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
Demonstrated ability to identify innovative media approaches and work cross-functionally with non-communications staff.
Strong media judgment and capacity to produce and edit proactive and reactive communications products in fast-paced environments.
Solid understanding of the humanitarian and media landscape in Latin America and the ability to maintain a strong network of journalists.
Extensive experience in content production, including photography, video, and human-interest storytelling, with experience in social media analytics.
Strong relationship-building skills with Coalition members across the region and external counterparts.
Practical understanding of advocacy tools and tactics, with the ability to quickly identify communications actions that support advocacy objectives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Spanish; advanced English required; French is an asset.
What we offer
Duty station: Bogotá, Colombia
Contract: fixed national contract end of May 2027
Travel: 20%
Salary/benefits: grade 8 on NRC’s salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions
NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.
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Important information about the application process
Internal candidates only: please click on the suitcase icon labelled “I am an employee” to be redirected to NRC’s internal careers site.
When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.
Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.
Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.
If you have any questions about this role, please email aela.recruitment@nrc.no with the job title as the subject line.
Why NRC?
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.
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We contribute to the development of policy aiming to protect the rights of the displaced and we call for increased humanitarian funding and engagement on processes that will generate structural changes in protection and assistance in the region.
Latin America and the Caribbean face a convergence of humanitarian crises that have intensified over the past year. Violence, organised crime, forced displacement, climate-related shocks, and restrictive migration policies have significantly increased protection risks. The region is the second most disaster-prone globally, after Asia-Pacific, with increasingly frequent and severe hurricanes, droughts, and floods.
These dynamics have displaced approximately 21 million people, exposing vulnerable populations to multiple human rights violations. Despite this, the region has been globally deprioritised, experiencing severe funding cuts and an increasing risk of long-term invisibility.
The LACRMD Coalition brings together 23 international organisations working across the region to promote and protect the rights of people affected by violence, conflict, and disasters. Its advocacy work is grounded in partnerships with coalition members, local, national, and regional organisations, and engagement in regional and international fora alongside UN agencies and NGO platforms.
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has been a member of the Coalition since 2020 and, since January 2025, acts as the host organisation for the Coalition’s team and consultants.
We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.
Are you one of those people? If you are, NRC offers you the opportunity to:
do demanding and professional work, often in challenging contexts.
join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility.
be part of a welcoming and supportive community committed to human dignity.