Associate Public Information Officer (P-1/P-2), UNESCO headquarters, Paris

In short

UNESCO is recruiting an Associate Public Information Officer at the P-1/P-2 level in its Division for Communications and Public Engagement in Paris, on a two-year renewable contract. The post asks for a master's degree, two years of communications experience and English or French with a good knowledge of the other. The approximate starting salary is US$68,118 a year. Deadline: 14 November 2026, midnight Paris time.

Who can apply

Nationality

UNESCO states no nationality restriction, so Tunisian nationals can apply. Tunisia is a UNESCO Member State, and UNESCO strongly encourages candidates from non- and under-represented Member States.

Degree

A master's degree in communications, journalism, political science, international relations or a related field. A bachelor's degree with two more years of qualifying experience may be accepted.

Experience

At least two years in communications, public information, media relations or digital content, preferably one at international level, including social media campaigns and a content management system (Drupal preferred).

Languages

Excellent English or French, written and spoken, and a good working knowledge of the other. Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish is desirable.

Funding and what it does not cover

UNESCO gives an approximate starting salary of US$68,118 a year for this P-1/P-2 post, on a two-year renewable contract. Benefits can include 30 days of leave, a family allowance, medical insurance and a pension.

Sources

Checked on 28 Oct 2026

• Associate Public Information Officer (UNESCO careers) · checked 28 Oct 2026