Senior Communications Specialist

About the role

The Senior Communications Specialist will support the United States Macro Grant project implemented by FAO in Sri Lanka. The role focuses on designing and delivering communication strategies that raise awareness of project interventions, engage vulnerable farming communities, and highlight FAO’s contributions to food security and climate‑resilient agriculture.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication plan for the project, including media outreach, social media content, and stakeholder newsletters.
• Produce high‑quality communication materials such as press releases, fact sheets, case studies, and visual content that showcase project activities and impacts.
• Coordinate with project partners, government agencies, and local NGOs to ensure consistent messaging and effective dissemination of information.
• Manage relationships with journalists and media outlets to secure coverage of project milestones and success stories.
• Monitor and evaluate communication activities, preparing regular reports on reach, engagement, and lessons learned.

Required profile

• University degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in communications within international development, UN agencies, or similar multilateral environments.
• Excellent written and verbal English skills; ability to produce clear, concise, and compelling content.
• Strong understanding of agricultural and food‑security contexts is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and adapt messages for diverse audiences.

Required skills