Communications Associate
United Nations Office for Project Services · Recife, PE, BR
General Information Position Title Communications Associate Job Category Communications Duty Station(s) Recife Seniority Level Associate ICS Level ICS 06 Contract Type ICA \- LICA \- Support \- Regular Contract Level LICA 6 Posting Start Date 14\-Sep\-2026 Posting End Date 29\-Sep\-2026 Duration Ongoing Job Highlight Drive UNOPS' global presence and impact through compelling content creation and strategic communication initiatives. About the Region \#schemaField\_font\_style, \#schemaField\_font\_style \* { font\-size: inherit !important; font\-style: normal !important; color: inherit !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style a { color: \#006699 !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style In Latin America and the Caribbean, UNOPS operates across 23 countries, delivering high\-impact solutions that drive sustainable development. UNOPS focuses on building and improving resilient infrastructure—including roads, bridges, public facilities, sanitation systems, and housing—to enhance quality of life and foster inclusive growth. UNOPS also supports public health by procuring essential medicines and medical equipment, ensuring broader access to healthcare services. By strengthening institutional capacities, UNOPS promotes transparent, efficient, and equitable public management. As a trusted partner to governments and development stakeholders, UNOPS aligns its interventions with national priorities, helping countries advance the Sustainable Development Goals through practical, results\-driven support. About the Country/Multi\-Country Office \#schemaField\_font\_style, \#schemaField\_font\_style \* { font\-size: inherit !important; font\-style: normal !important; color: inherit !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style a { color: \#006699 !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style Based in Brazil, the UNOPS Southern Cone Multi\-Country Office (SCMCO) also oversees operations in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay, supporting national priorities and development goals across the subregion. In Argentina, UNOPS strengthens public institutions by providing technical assistance in planning, procurement, and oversight of infrastructure projects—particularly in public buildings—and building capacity in public procurement, with a focus on technological innovation. In Brazil, where UNOPS has operated since 2012, the office collaborates with UN agencies, financial institutions, and government bodies at all levels to deliver services in health, education, urbanization, social rehabilitation, PPPs, and institutional strengthening. UNOPS has played a key role in responding to the COVID\-19 pandemic and currently manages 17 active projects across the country. Its work emphasizes transparency, operational efficiency, and results\-driven management while aligning with the strategic and operational needs of its partners. Across the Southern Cone, UNOPS promotes sustainable development by enhancing national capabilities and supporting the delivery of high\-impact, inclusive infrastructure. Job Specific Context \#schemaField\_font\_style, \#schemaField\_font\_style \* { font\-size: inherit !important; font\-style: normal !important; color: inherit !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style a { color: \#006699 !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style Em 2023, após chamamento público conduzido pelo Ministério Público Federal em Alagoas, o UNOPS Brasil firmou acordo de cooperação para operacionalizar o programa de reparação dos danos morais coletivos relacionados ao desastre socioambiental causado pela Braskem em Maceió. O programa é gerido pelo Comitê Gestor dos Danos Extrapatrimoniais, que define as diretrizes e prioridades da reparação na capital alagoana. No âmbito do programa, estão previstos o planejamento e a execução de atividades estratégicas de comunicação, para trazer visibilidade aos danos extrapatrimoniais e aos projetos de reparação em andamento na cidade. A pessoa a ser contratada será responsável pela coordenação do Núcleo de Comunicação do programa, orientando a equipe específica e trabalhando na articulação com os demais núcleos. Para isso, exige\-se formação em Comunicação, com experiência relevante na área de Comunicação, Relações Públicas, Jornalismo ou áreas correlatas. Também pede\-se experiência com gestão de equipes, com assessoria de imprensa e no apoio à implementação de planos de comunicação para projetos e/ou iniciativas de impacto. A experiência com gestão de crises será considerada um diferencial. O trabalho é presencial, em Maceió, com dois dias de home office por semana. Role Purpose \#schemaField\_font\_style, \#schemaField\_font\_style \* { font\-size: inherit !important; font\-style: normal !important; color: inherit !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style a { color: \#006699 !important; } \#schemaField\_font\_style The Communications Associate contributes to developing and implementing communication efforts to enhance UNOPS’ visibility and reputation. The position is responsible for creating and editing a wide ran