Communications Officer

General Information Position Title Communications Officer Job Category Strategy & Corporate Services Duty Station(s) Lusaka Seniority Level Associate ICS Level ICS 08 Contract Type ICA – LICA – Specialist – Retainer Contract Level LICA 8 Posting Start Date 04-Nov-2026 Posting End Date 18-Nov-2026 Duration Open ended subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance. Job Highlight Drive strategic communication plans, manage content, and engage stakeholders to achieve project and programme objectives. About the Region The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances national priorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Office provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management and Oversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health and Safety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement, the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparent resource management, and a better quality of life for communities across the continent. About the Country/Multi-Country Office Based in Nairobi, UNOPS East and Southern Africa supports sustainable development across 14 countries, including Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Somalia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zanzibar, and Zimbabwe. Since 1995, UNOPS has expanded its footprint in Kenya, delivering services in project management, infrastructure, procurement, and financial management. Across the