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Your privacy is important to usConsultant Communications page is loaded## Consultant Communicationsremote type: Fully Presentlocations: Rome, Italytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR117921**DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS**4 December 2025-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)*WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.***ABOUT WFP** The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: , , , , , . * WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.* WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.* WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.* A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.* We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the **Terms and Conditions** section of this vacancy announcement).The Head of Communications, Office of the Executive Director (OED), is responsible for overseeing and managing communication strategies for the OED Office, and acts as an advisor to the Executive Director and Chief of Staff. This role will work closely with important stakeholders, including the Chief of Staff, Office of the Executive Director Team, and the Director of Communications Division, to ensure cohesive messaging and effective communication efforts across multiple platforms. The position supervises a Content Producer to achieve organizational communication goals, including crisis communications and internal communications. .POSITION NUMBER: International Consultant IIORGANIZATIONALCONTEXT: The Office of the Executive Director (OED) and the Office of the Chief of Staff assist the WFP Executive Director in setting strategic direction, optimizing WFP's global profile and maximizing its operational effectiveness. OED supports the Leadership Team, the Senior Management Team and the offices that report directly to the Executive Director. The position is based in Rome and reports to the Chief of Staff.JOB PURPOSE:The Head of Communications, Office of the Executive Director (OED), is responsible for overseeing and managing communication strategies for the OED Office, and acts as an advisor to the Executive Director and Chief of Staff. This role will work closely with important stakeholders, including the Chief of Staff, Office of the Executive Director Team, and the Director of Communications Division, to ensure cohesive messaging and effective communication efforts across multiple platforms. The position supervises a Content Producer to achieve organizational communication goals, including crisis communications and internal communications. .ACCOUNTABILITIES:1. Strategic Communication Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives. Collaborate with the Chief of Staff, OED team and Director of Communications, Division to ensure consistency and coherence in messaging.2. Team Management: Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to the team members. Set performance goals, conduct regular performance evaluations, and support their professional development. As Head of the OED Communications team, the incumbent will provide strategic insights to press releases, media interviews and prioritization and influencing social media strategies across the Executive Director's platforms.3. Internal Communications: Liaise with the Internal Communications team in the Communications Division in developing and executing internal communication strategies on behalf of the Executive Director. Ensure clear and consistent messaging to keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with organizational goals. Develop and implement communication channels and platforms for internal communications, such as newsletters, intranet, and town hall meetings.4. Crisis Communication: Develop crisis communication plans and strategies in collaboration with the Chief of Staff and Director of Communications. Lead the organization's response to crises under the direction of the Executive Director, providing guidance and support to ensure effective and timely communication. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders, including legal and executive teams, to manage crises and protect the organization's reputation.5. Collaboration and Coordination: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the Communications Division, to align communication efforts and maximize impact. Coordinate with other departments to gather relevant information for communication purposes.6. Brand Management: Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all ED communication channels, both internal and external. Monitor and maintain the organization's brand image and reputation as it pertains to ED's communications and initiatives.7. Any other duties, as require**WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK**WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. **REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION**WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org**NO FEE DISCLAIMER**The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. **REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION*** We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).* Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.* Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language* Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter* Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time* Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application* Only shortlisted candidates will be notified*All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job #J-18808-Ljbffr