UNOPS Communications Officer Graphic Design and Social Media Remote 2026

UNOPS is recruiting a Communications Officer for graphic design and social media to support the United Nations Youth Office in a home-based role. The six-month contract covers visual communications, social media content, campaigns and audience engagement, with extensions subject to budget availability, project needs and satisfactory performance. Applications close on 22 November 2026.

About the UNOPS Communications Officer Job

The officer will support the development and consistent use of visual identities for the United Nations Youth Office and its initiatives. Work includes creating visual concepts, illustrations, campaign branding, design templates and merchandise designs, as well as producing materials for digital and print platforms. Examples named in the vacancy include social media assets, presentations, publications and event signage. The work should remain consistent with the office’s communications strategy, visual identity and intended audiences.

Social media responsibilities include helping plan and coordinate the office’s presence across platforms, maintaining content calendars and editorial priorities, and supporting publishing workflows. The officer will develop platform-appropriate content that combines graphic design, visual storytelling and written copy. They will also help prepare, review and publish content on time, and guide interns and other contributors on content development, copywriting and editorial standards.

The role supports visual and digital communications for flagship initiatives, global campaigns, major events and advocacy activities. Examples in the announcement include Youth Mental Health and Well-being, the UN Youth Compass and Young Leaders for the SDGs. The officer will also support planning and on-the-ground content production for events, missions and engagements involving the Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, and help ensure timely coverage before, during and after key moments.

Digital strategy tasks include monitoring social media trends, engagement patterns and platform changes, analyzing channel performance and traffic, and contributing to key performance metrics. The officer will help improve content formats, publishing approaches and amplification strategies to strengthen the reach of the office’s work among young people globally. Browse current job opportunities or explore other United Nations jobs.

Benefits and Advantages

The announcement highlights the following professional benefits:

• Opportunity to work remotely.

• Gain professional experience in digital communications with the United Nations Youth Office.

• Participate in international campaigns and initiatives targeting young people.

• An initial 6-month contract, with the possibility of extension.

Who Should Apply

This position is suited to applicants with a background in communications, graphic design or a related field and practical experience creating digital content. Applicants should be proficient with design software and have experience developing content for major social media platforms. Familiarity with Drupal is required, while experience with youth-focused advocacy communications or international organizations is an advantage. English fluency is required; fluency in French, Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin Chinese or Russian is desirable.

Key Highlights

• Organization: UNOPS, supporting the United Nations Youth Office.
• Work arrangement: Home based.
• Contract duration: Six months; extension depends on budget, project needs and performance.
• Contract level: LICA 8; seniority level: Associate.
• Primary areas: Graphic design, visual identity, social media and digital communications.
• Application deadline: 22 November 2026, before midnight Copenhagen time.