Communication and Outreach Officer

Position Title:
Communication and Outreach Officer.

Organization:
World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO).

Duty Station:
Paris, France.

Type of Appointment:
Permanent Contract (CDI).

Probationary Period:
Three (3) months, renewable in accordance with French labor regulations.

Expected Entry on Duty:
2 January 2026.

Closing Date for Applications:
1 December 2025.

Eligibility:
This call for applications is open exclusively to French nationals or individuals legally residing in Ile-de-France, France, in accordance with applicable regulations.

1. Organizational Context

The World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) is the international body representing the engineering profession to the United Nations and other major multilateral institutions. WFEO promotes engineering as a key driver of sustainable development, innovation, and resilience at the global level.

To strengthen its communication and outreach capacity with its members and partners, the WFEO Secretariat, based in Paris, is seeking to recruit a Communication and Outreach Officer. The incumbent will play a central role in enhancing WFEO's visibility, managing its communication platforms, and supporting engagement with its global network of members and stakeholders.

2. Main Responsibilities

Under the authority and supervision of the Executive Director, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Develop and implement WFEO's communication and visibility strategy;
• Manage and regularly update the WFEO website, including the preparation and publication of content, articles, and news updates;
• Coordinate WFEO's social media presence and promote the dissemination of key messages across platforms;
• Serve as the focal point for press and media relations, including the preparation of press releases, coordination of interviews, and media outreach;
• Support the logistical preparation, organization, and communication around WFEO statutory meetings and major international events;
• Contribute to the management of projects aligned with WFEO's strategic plan, in close collaboration with its standing technical committees and working groups;
• Assist in the follow-up and reporting of the Federation's action plans and ongoing initiatives;
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Executive Director in the implementation of the Secretariat's activities.

3. Qualifications and Experience

• Advanced university degree (Master's level or equivalent) in communication, media, political science, international relations, or a related field;
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in communication, public relations, or international cooperation, preferably within an international organization (experience within UNESCO would be considered an asset);
• Excellent drafting and communication skills in both English and French (proficiency in a third language would be an advantage);
• Strong command of digital communication tools, including content management systems (CMS such as WordPress), major social media platforms (LinkedIn, X, Facebook, etc.), and graphic design or image/video editing software;
• Proven organizational skills, initiative, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multicultural environment;
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

4. Application Procedure

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, including a
detailed curriculum vitae
and a
motivation letter in English
, by email to

Please indicate in the subject line:
Communication and Outreach Officer – WFEO
.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.