Communications Assistant

Job Title: Communications Assistant

Department: Resource Mobilization

Division: NPUS

Duty Station: Remote or Washington D.C.

Line Manager: Global Communications Manager

Line Management Responsibility: N/A
Position Type: Temporary, part-time

FLSA Classification Non-exempt

Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP) is a dynamic, international non-governmental organisation. We work with people affected by violent conflicts to enhance their security and dignity through Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP). We work to reduce violence, protect civilians in countries affected by violent conflict and its aftermath, and help transform the world’s response to conflict situations.

JOB SUMMARY

The Communications Assistant handles the operational and administrative workload that enables NP’s Communication strategies and plans to run smoothly; managing scheduling, formatting, organizing digital assets, preparing drafts, and supporting routine updates across social media and the website. The Communications Assistant ensures consistent execution, workflow efficiency, and the day-to-day maintenance that keeps the Communications ecosystem functioning effectively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Format, upload, and publish content across social media platforms.

Ensure all content is accessible and discoverable — applying alt text, captions, tagging, and link formatting across platforms.

Support translation workflows to extend the reach of NP's work across languages.

Draft social media assets, including:

Graphics using branded templates

Short video clips (cutting, trimming, subtitling)

Media resized and optimized for platform specifications

Upload press clips, blogs, and publications to the website, keeping NP's digital presence current and organized.

Monitor incoming comments and messages across channels, flagging and routing as appropriate.

Pull and compile analytics from social and web dashboards to help inform communications performance.

Monitor breaking news, media trends, and viral stories that align with NP’s work to help identify potential media opportunities,

Support in the research and update of NP’s Master Media List, and consolidate the contacts on Cision into the same list.

Help track and record NP’s media outreach efforts and media hits on Salesforce.

Help create a regular newsletter featuring NP’s media mentions and other relevant humanitarian stories where NP has a presence

Perform additional tasks and duties as the teams needs evolve and as identified by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Knowledge and Experience

Experience in Communications strategies, tactics, and platforms

Knowledge of current events and social issues, an interest in civilian protection and nonviolent methods

Able to follow written and verbal directions well, able to work autonomously

Commitment to work cooperatively and grow personally

Commitment to the mission of Nonviolent Peaceforce

Skills and Competencies

Ability to manage information with discretion

Attention to detail

Clear, concise writing skills

Able to follow written and verbal directions well, able to work autonomously

Commitment to work cooperatively and grow personally

Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment

Proven ability to build relationships

Commitment to the mission of Nonviolent Peaceforce

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at all times

APPLICATION PROCESS

Candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to submit a CV (max. 2 pages) and cover letter (max. 1 page), through our website detailing their experience and how they qualify for the role. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Candidates may be selected before the closing date; apply early

As part of the recruitment process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a technical assignment before participating in an interview.

SPECIAL NOTICE

Nonviolent Peaceforce is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

Nonviolent Peaceforce acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of employees, contractors, volunteers, interns, communities we work with, and other stakeholders and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities and government guidance and complies with best practices in the Humanitarian and Development sector.NP expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We prioritise ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. NP also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

NO FEE

We never ask for payment as part of our selection process, and we always contact candidates via our corporate accounts and platforms. If you are approached for payment, this is likely to be fraudulent. Please check whether the role you are interested in is posted here on our website.