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26/05/2025Communication Coordinator – Communication Department – WOAH HQ Paris, France
| The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH – founded as OIE) is a leading intergovernmental organisation representing 183 Members worldwide. Through its activities, WOAH makes a decisive contribution to improving animal health, protecting animal welfare and strengthening Veterinary Services. The Organisation provides transparent information on the world’s animal health situation, and promotes international standards, particularly in terms of the safety of trade in live animals and animal products. More information can be found on WOAH’s website. Joining WOAH means taking part in the development of one of the leading international organisations, recognised and associated with other multilateral institutions, in the field of worldwide health. It means helping to build a global approach to health, combining animal and human health in a “One Health” approach. It means joining teams motivated by the impact of their actions, the sense of their collective commitment and their recognised professionalism in their respective fields of expertise. WOAH’s headquarters are based in Paris. The Organisation is present on every continent through 13 Regional or Sub-regional Representations. WOAH has 250 staff members, two-thirds of whom are based at headquarters. This position is located in Paris. |
| Job Description |
| Positioning and reporting The Communication Coordinator reports to the Head of the Communication Department and works in close collaboration with the Communication team. The Coordinator will support the management and operational functions of the Department to ensure the successful delivery of its activities. |
| Job purpose With the aim of strengthening the implementation of WOAH’s Communication Strategy and ensuring smooth operations within the Communication Department, the Communication Coordinator will contribute to the implementation of WOAH’s Communication Strategy, provide assistance across a range of the team’s communication activities and support departmental management functions. |
| Missions and activities 1. Contribute to the implementation of the Communication Strategy 3. Support the management function of the Department |
Expériences / Formation
Qualifications and Experience
Required qualifications and experience
– Graduate degree in communication, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
– At least five years of proven professional experience in project management and communication.
Expected skills
Required technical skills:
– High proficiency in English (oral and written).
– Proficiency in project management tools and software.
– Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
– Familiarity with social media platforms, website management, and content creation.
– Familiarity with design tools like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite
– General knowledge of budgeting and procurement processes.
Additional technical skills
– Knowledge of the third WOAH official language (Spanish or French) will be considered an asset.
Required interpersonal skills:
– Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
– Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team environment.
– Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines.
Salaire
Working conditions
– Type of contract: Fixed-term contract.
– Duration: 2 years renewable.
– Location: WOAH Headquarters 12 rue de Prony 75017 Paris, France.
– Salary: commensurate with qualifications and experience), exempt of French income tax + annual performance bonus + plus allowances based on eligibility.
– The post is a full-time position based at the WOAH Headquarters in Paris and requires long hours in a seated position at a computer. It can entail missions abroad.
– Telework is currently authorized for up to 3 days per week.