The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has announced a new career opportunity for experienced digital communications professionals, opening applications for the position of Social Media Editor/Producer within its Communications Division.

The retainer-based role offers an opportunity to contribute to global development communications by producing impactful digital content that highlights rural transformation and sustainable development initiatives.

The successful candidate will join IFAD’s External Engagement, Communications Division, working under the guidance of the Web and Social Media Lead to strengthen the organization’s global digital presence and audience engagement across multiple platforms.

Opportunity to Shape Global Development Storytelling

As social media continues to play a vital role in international development communications, IFAD is seeking a highly skilled communications professional capable of transforming complex development topics into engaging, timely, and audience-focused digital content.

The Social Media Editor/Producer will support strategic communications efforts by creating compelling multimedia content, managing editorial workflows, and helping amplify IFAD’s mission to improve the lives of rural communities around the world.

This position is ideal for professionals with strong editorial judgment, creative storytelling abilities, and a deep understanding of digital engagement strategies across today’s leading social media platforms.

Position Details

Applicants should take note of the following key information:

Position: Social Media Editor/Producer
Organization: International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)
Location: Rome, Italy
Division: External Engagement, Communications Division
Reporting to: Web and Social Media Lead
Contract Type: Retainer
Contract Duration: Mid-July 2026 to 31 December 2026
Application Deadline: 06 July 2026

Consultants appointed to the role will be expected to work from the Rome office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with occasional travel required when operational needs arise.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will play a central role in supporting IFAD’s global digital communications strategy. Responsibilities include:

Planning, developing, and implementing social media strategies across IFAD’s global channels.
Producing engaging content for X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, WhatsApp, and other digital platforms.
Identifying compelling stories, development trends, and data-driven content opportunities.
Creating and editing short-form video content designed for social media audiences.
Supporting digital diplomacy initiatives and engagement with Member States, development partners, country offices, and private sector stakeholders.
Scheduling, proofreading, and quality-checking digital content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness.
Producing multimedia assets including graphics, photography, and video content.
Coordinating editorial planning with regional and multilingual social media teams.
Contributing content for newsletters, website articles, blogs, and other digital publications.
Monitoring social media performance using analytics tools and reporting on key engagement metrics.
Collaborating closely with communications colleagues to deliver integrated digital campaigns.

Qualifications and Experience

IFAD is looking for a communications professional with a strong combination of academic qualifications, editorial expertise, and practical digital media experience.

Preferred qualifications include:

An advanced university degree in Communications, Journalism, Writing, or a related discipline.
A minimum of four years of professional experience in social media management and digital content production.
Excellent writing, editing, and copy-editing skills.
Proven ability to simplify technical or development-related information into engaging, audience-friendly content.
Experience using social media management platforms, scheduling tools, analytics software, and multimedia production applications.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Fluency in English is required, while knowledge of other IFAD official languages will be considered an advantage.

Supporting IFAD’s Global Mission

The position offers more than a traditional communications role. The Social Media Editor/Producer will contribute to telling the stories of rural communities, agricultural development, food security, and sustainable livelihoods across the globe.

By developing high-quality digital content and supporting IFAD’s strategic communications objectives, the successful candidate will help increase public awareness of the organization’s work while strengthening engagement with international partners and stakeholders.

Application Process

Applications are currently open for qualified candidates interested in joining IFAD’s Communications Division.

Applicants are required to submit:

A cover letter (maximum one page).
An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Applications are now open and close on 06 July 2026. Please send your cover letter (max 1 page) and CV to social_media@ifad.org

For communications professionals passionate about digital storytelling, social media strategy, and international development, this vacancy represents an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to global efforts aimed at transforming rural communities and improving livelihoods worldwide.

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