Context
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH – founded as OIE) is a leading intergovernmental organisation representing 183 Members worldwide. Through its activities, WOAH makes a decisive contribution to improving animal health, protecting animal welfare and strengthening Veterinary Services. The Organisation provides transparent information on world’s animal health situation, and promotes international standards, particularly in terms of the safety of trade in live animals and animal products. More information can be found on . 

Joining WOAH means taking part in the development of one of the leading international organisations, recognised and associated with other multilateral institutions, in the field of worldwide health. It means helping to build a global approach to health, combining animal and human health in a “One Health” approach. It means joining teams motivated by the impact of their actions, the sense of their collective commitment and their recognised professionalism in their respective fields of expertise. 

WOAH’s headquarters are based in Paris. The Organisation is present on every continent through 13 Regional or Sub-regional Representations. WOAH has 250 staff members, two-thirds of whom are based at headquarters.

Through its regional and sub-regional network, WOAH supports Members in strengthening disease prevention, surveillance and control, while advancing collaboration and capacity-building. WOAH is a partner in a project entitled “Health Security Programme (HeSP) for West and Central Africa” financed by the World Bank. In this context, WOAH signed a 5-year contract with the West African Health Organization (WAHO) to carry out several activities linked to the strengthening of resilience of veterinary services in West and Central African countries.

The project has 4 components: Component 1: Prevention of Health Emergencies; Component 2: Detection of Health Emergencies; Component 3. Health Emergency Response and Component 4. Program Management and Institutional Capacity. WOAH is involved in the implementation of components 1,2 and 4.

WOAH is recruiting the project Communication Expert to ensure optimum visibility of the HeSP project, its activities and impact across West and Central Africa. Within this framework, the Regional Communications Officer contributes to both the visibility of HeSP and the broader communication priorities of WOAH in Africa.   This position is based in Tunis, Tunisia  
Job Description
Positioning and reporting

The officer reports to the Sub-Regional Representative for North Africa, under the authority of the Director General and supervision of the Regional Representative for Africa (Bamako), and works in close collaboration with the Communication and Public Advocacy Department at WOAH Headquarters (Paris).  
Job purpose

The role has a dedicated focus on ensuring strong visibility and impact of the HeSP project as a priority, while delivering on regional communication functions in line with WOAH’s Global Communication Strategy, the 8th Strategic Plan and corporate branding. The Regional Communications Officer (RCO) enhances awareness of WOAH and promotes understanding of its mandate through effective, strategic communication across the region.
Missions and activities

Lead and prioritize communication for the HeSP project
– Develop and implement communication activities ensuring strong visibility of HeSP
– Produce and coordinate communication outputs (articles, reports, press releases, social media, multimedia)
– Define communication and advocacy strategies (objectives, audiences, messages, channels, timelines)
– Develop innovative formats (data storytelling, infographics, digital content)
– Support communication around project milestones, events and consultations
– Contribute to donor and management reporting, including communication indicators  

Develop and implement regional communication activities
– Ensure alignment with WOAH’s Global Communication Strategy in collaboration with Headquarters
– Assess regional communication needs and define priorities
– Develop targeted communication strategies and messaging
– Translate technical content into accessible, audience-focused formats
– Contribute to planning, monitoring and reporting of communication activities and budgets  

Ensure dissemination, media and digital engagement
– Implement regional campaigns and communication initiatives
– Manage relationships with regional and local media
– Maintain and update digital platforms (website, social media)
– Support the promotion of events, campaigns and key moments
– Develop and maintain media and stakeholder networks
– Coordinate communication with regional and international partners  

Oversee external communication providers
– Draft terms of reference and technical briefs
– Support selection and contracting processes
– Manage timelines, deliverables and milestones
– Supervise service providers and ensure quality and timeliness
– Maintain a roster of communication consultants  
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience

Required Qualifications
– Postgraduate degree in communication, public relations, journalism, public/veterinary health or related field, or equivalent experience
– Minimum three years’ experience in communication or communication project management
– Proven experience delivering communication products and campaigns
– Exposure to the international institutional environment  

Additional Qualifications
– Experience in Africa
– Experience in public health, animal health, One Health or science communication
– Experience in donor-funded project communication
– Experience in media relations and digital communication    

Required Skills

Technical Skills
– Excellent written and oral communication in English and French; additional languages (Arabic, Portuguese, Kiswahili) are an asset
– Strong project management and editorial skills
– Proficiency in MS Office and collaborative tools
– Experience with multimedia and design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Suite, Figma)
– Strong command of digital platforms, CMS and social media
– Ability to translate complex technical content into clear, engaging communication  

Interpersonal Skills
– Strong stakeholder engagement and partnership-building skills
– Proactive, flexible and able to work under pressure
– Highly organised, autonomous and solution-oriented
– Diplomatic and comfortable in complex institutional environments
– Ability to work effectively in a multicultural context  
Additional Information
Working conditions

The position requires extended periods of computer-based work and flexibility for international travel.
Salary: The monthly salary is EUR 2500
Contract Type: WOAH Staff – Fixed-term contract.
Duration: Two (2) years, renewable.
Start date : Quarter 2/3 2026
Location: based at the WOAH Sub-Regional Representation for Northern Africa in Tunis, Tunisia.  
General Information  

WOAH places high value on a multicultural and positive work environment.

WOAH is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates, irrespective of their origin, gender, opinions or beliefs. 

If you are interested in the position, please complete your application online at the latest by May 7th  2026.

All applications will be reviewed after the closing date of the publication  


                                                                        
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