About the opportunity
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking a Senior Communications Associate (SC7) in Beirut, Lebanon, to lead the planning and implementation of digital communications and content production. The successful candidate will manage WFP Lebanon’s social media presence, develop compelling human-interest stories, and produce high-quality strategic communications materials to enhance visibility, donor recognition, and engagement across digital and traditional media platforms. The role involves coordinating media relations, managing digital campaigns, and ensuring donor visibility requirements are are effectively reflected in all communication products.
Salary and benefits
- Attractive compensation package.
- Inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
- Investment in personal and professional development through training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and internal mobility opportunities.
Who can apply?
- Completion of secondary school education.
- A post-secondary certificate in Communication Arts, Media Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.
- At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in communications, marketing, multimedia, or digital production or related fields.
- Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong writing, editing, and content development skills for social media, human-interest stories, press releases, and speeches.
- Experience managing media relations and social media platforms (X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
- Experience gathering field content through interviews, photos, and videos.
- Understanding of social media analytics and performance monitoring.
Required documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
When to apply
- Deadline for applications: 27 August 2026, 23:59 GMT+02:00 (Eastern European Time, Beirut).
How to apply
- Ensure your Workday profile is accurate and complete, including employment history, academic qualifications, and language skills.
- Submit your application exclusively through the WFP online recruiting system.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Extensive experience in digital communications, marketing, or multimedia production
- Proven ability to manage social media platforms and media relations
- Strong writing and editing skills in both English and Arabic
- Experience in field-based content gathering and storytelling
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires managing high-visibility donor recognition and public engagement
- Demands proficiency in both traditional media and digital analytics
- Work-mode is not explicitly defined, so verify if remote or hybrid options exist
- Requires balancing creative content production with strict donor visibility requirements
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is ideal for a communications expert looking to leverage their skills for humanitarian impact. By driving digital campaigns and human-interest storytelling for WFP Lebanon, you will build a robust portfolio of high-stakes advocacy work that demonstrates your ability to influence public perception and secure donor support.
Our take
This role is a strong match for creative, media-savvy professionals with a background in humanitarian or NGO communications. Those who are not comfortable with the fast-paced nature of social media management or the specific demands of donor-focused reporting may find this role less suitable.
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