Communications Assistant

The Communications Assistant will support FAO Oman in effectively communicating its programmes, activities, results, partnerships, and key messages to relevant stakeholders and the wider public. The position contributes to strengthening the visibility and outreach of FAO’s work in Oman and ensuring communication materials and activities align with FAO’s corporate communication standards and country office priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of FAO Oman’s communication activities and contribute to communication workplans.
• Collect and compile relevant information, photographs, videos, stories, success stories, and other content from FAO projects, programmes, and activities.
• Assist in drafting, editing, and adapting communication products, including news items, stories, briefs, presentations, newsletters, infographics, videos, webpage content, and other digital materials.
• Support FAO Oman’s official social media platforms by preparing and scheduling content, including posts, visuals, infographics, short videos, and monthly content calendars, in line with FAO communication guidelines.
• Monitor social media engagement and compile relevant statistics and reports.
• Assist in preparing and adapting communication content in both Arabic and English, as appropriate, to support effective outreach and engagement, particularly with government counterparts and local stakeholders.
• Support communication and visibility activities related to FAO Oman’s engagement with existing and potential partners, including the preparation of briefs, presentations, factsheets, and content highlighting programme results and success stories.
• Support communication activities for awareness-raising campaigns, workshops, events, and other activities related to FAO’s programmes and priorities.
• Upload all relevant FAO Oman communication and publication materials to the Corporate Publication Workflow System (PWS) for quality assurance and clearance processes.
• Attend regular monthly meetings and any additional regional coordination meetings, as requested by the Regional Communication Office in Cairo.
• Participate in events, field visits, campaigns, and other activities to support communication coverage and content collection.
• Liaise with relevant communication and technical focal points, including OCC, RCO, and FAO-RNE colleagues, as appropriate, to obtain inputs and support the review and clearance of communication products.
• Ensure that communication products are accurate and consistent with FAO corporate communication standards, branding, terminology, and applicable guidelines.
• Perform any other related duties as required.

Requirements

• University degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media, Marketing, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience in communications, journalism, public relations, media, digital communications, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of English and Arabic.
• National of Oman or resident of the country with valid work permit.
• Experience in preparing and editing communication materials for different audiences and communication channels.
• Experience in social media content preparation and digital communications.
• Experience in preparing visual and multimedia content, including basic photography, video, infographics, or other digital materials.
• Good writing and editing skills in English and Arabic.
• Familiarity with communication and social media platforms and tools.
• Experience working with government institutions, development partners, international organizations, or other relevant stakeholders is an asset.

Skills

• Communications
• Journalism
• Public Relations
• Media Relations
• Digital Communications
• Social Media Content Creation
• Content Editing
• Visual Content Preparation
• Multi-media Content Development
• Photography
• Video Production
• Infographic Design
• Writing and Editing
• Communication Materials Development
• Communications Platforms
• Stakeholder Engagement

Languages

English, Arabic