Senior Officer, Communications @Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN)

CCHN Opens Applications for Senior Officer, Communications Position in Geneva

The Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN) has announced a new career opportunity for experienced communications professionals, inviting applications for the position of Senior Officer, Communications. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, the role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to global humanitarian action by leading strategic communications efforts for one of the sector’s leading collaborative initiatives.

Applications for the position are open until 22 June 2026.

About the Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN)

The Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN) is a joint initiative established by major humanitarian organizations to strengthen negotiation capabilities in complex humanitarian environments. The initiative brings together frontline humanitarian negotiators, practitioners, and experts working to improve access to vulnerable populations affected by crises around the world.

Through its work, CCHN supports humanitarian professionals in developing negotiation skills, sharing knowledge, and fostering collaboration across organizations operating in conflict zones and emergency settings.

Senior Officer, Communications Role

The Senior Officer, Communications will play a central role in shaping and implementing the organization’s external communications strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing CCHN’s visibility, strengthening engagement with key stakeholders, and amplifying the experiences and insights of humanitarian negotiators worldwide.

Reporting within the communications function, the selected professional will oversee strategic messaging and content development while ensuring that the organization’s mission and impact are effectively communicated to global audiences.

Key Responsibilities

The position involves a broad range of communications leadership responsibilities, including:

• Developing and implementing external communications strategies.
• Managing content creation across digital and traditional communication channels.
• Leading media relations and public engagement activities.
• Strengthening the organization’s digital presence and audience outreach.
• Supervising and supporting a Communications Specialist.
• Promoting stories, experiences, and lessons learned from humanitarian negotiators operating in diverse contexts.
• Ensuring consistency in messaging and brand positioning.
• Supporting organizational visibility among humanitarian, diplomatic, and policy stakeholders.

The role is designed for professionals who can combine strategic thinking with practical execution while working in an international and multicultural environment.

Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN): Qualifications and Experience Required

CCHN is seeking candidates with a strong background in strategic communications and public engagement.

Applicants should possess:

• Between five and seven years of professional experience in strategic communications.
• Experience working within government institutions, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, or related sectors.
• Excellent writing and editing skills in both English and French.
• Strong understanding of media relations, digital communications, and content strategy.
• Proven ability to manage communications initiatives across multiple platforms and audiences.

Additional language skills in Spanish or Arabic will be considered an advantage.

Educational Requirements

Candidates are expected to hold a university degree in one of the following fields:

• International Relations
• Political Science
• Communications
• Journalism
• Public Affairs
• Related disciplines

Equivalent academic qualifications combined with relevant professional experience may also be considered.

Centre of Competence on Humanitarian Negotiation (CCHN): Opportunity to Influence Humanitarian Dialogue

The position offers an opportunity to contribute to critical conversations surrounding humanitarian access, conflict response, and crisis management. By highlighting the experiences of frontline negotiators, the Senior Officer, Communications will help increase awareness of the challenges humanitarian actors face and the innovative approaches being used to reach communities in need.

The successful candidate will work closely with practitioners and experts from across the humanitarian sector, helping to strengthen knowledge-sharing and collaboration among organizations operating in some of the world’s most challenging environments.

Location and Contract Details

The role is based in Geneva, Switzerland, one of the world’s leading hubs for international diplomacy and humanitarian action.

Key employment details include:

• Position: Senior Officer, Communications
• Location: Geneva, Switzerland
• Contract Type: International Position
• Contract Duration: 12 Months
• Application Deadline: 22 June 2026

The position is expected to attract communications professionals with a passion for humanitarian affairs and international cooperation.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

As humanitarian crises continue to evolve globally, effective communication plays a critical role in fostering understanding, building partnerships, and supporting humanitarian access. This position offers a chance to work at the intersection of communications, diplomacy, and humanitarian action while contributing to a globally recognized initiative.

Professionals seeking to apply their communications expertise to meaningful international work may find this opportunity particularly appealing due to its strategic scope, international exposure, and direct contribution to humanitarian impact.

Application Deadline

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before 22 June 2026. Early applications are recommended as recruitment processes for international positions often attract significant interest from experienced professionals across the humanitarian and development sectors.

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