The Communications Officer serves as the department’s focal point for outreach, communications, and editorial coordination, supporting the dissemination of analytical and policy work
Job Summary
The Communications Officer serves as the department’s focal point for outreach, communications, and editorial coordination, supporting the dissemination of analytical and policy work.
The role combines editorial leadership with strategic communications functions, coordinating closely with the Communications Department and other IMF stakeholders to ensure consistent, high-quality messaging.
The Officer supports senior management communications, organizes high-level outreach events, and manages the department-wide outreach and publications calendar.
Matching Summary
The Communications Officer serves as the department’s focal point for outreach, communications, and editorial coordination, supporting the dissemination of analytical and policy work.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Editorial leadership for analytical products
Strategic communications and outreach
Coordination with multiple stakeholders
Drafting speeches and op-eds
Managing publication schedules
Line editing complex economic texts
Nice-to-have
Strong organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal communication
Experience in multicultural environments
Team collaboration and functional guidance
Resourcefulness and sound judgment
Key Requirements
Advanced degree or equivalent experience
Minimum four years relevant professional experience
Ability to edit technical material for non-technical audiences
Proven drafting skills across multiple formats
Experience managing multiple deadlines and stakeholders