Job Description
ICRC IS RECRUITING
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and independent organisation whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance.
Job Title: Communication Officer
The Communication Officer contributes to the design, planning, and implementation of communication projects and activities within the Sri Lanka Delegation. He/She leads and coordinates the production of print, promotional, digital, and audio-visual communication materials, ensuring that all products comply with ICRC standards and Corporate Visual Identity guidelines. The role also supports external and internal communication activities, content management, production processes, the implementation of the Field Production Book (FPB), translations and events.
Main Responsibilities
- Support the conceptualization and implementation of communication projects and activities.
- Write, compile, edit and proofread content for print, digital and audio-visual communication products.
- Contribute to communication strategies according to institutional guidelines.
- Coordinate the production of print, digital and AV products, working with internal clients and external suppliers throughout the production process.
- Coordinate and follow up with designers, printers, audio-visual production houses and other suppliers.
- Ensure communication materials comply with ICRC Corporate Visual Identity and quality standards.
- Compile and implement the annual Field Production Book (FPB) and maintain the delegation's audio-visual and print libraries.
- Support the planning and implementation of events related to the Communication Department.
- Maintain the ICRC delegation's country webpage and manage content for online platforms.
- Support communication initiatives with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and other relevant stakeholders.
- Capture and select photographs covering ICRC events and field activities for use in communication materials.
- Provide guidance and training to colleagues on Corporate Visual Identity and basic print production practices.
- Develop and maintain a network of qualified designers, printing houses, audio-visual production houses, and other professional suppliers.
- Manage stocks of promotional items and printed materials. Work closely with the Logistics Department to ensure that procurement and production procedures are properly followed.
- Support environment scanning and contribute to research and analysis as and when needed.
Selection requirements
- University degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as Communications, Journalism or International Relations.
- At least two years of experience in a communications role is required.
- Excellent written and spoken proficiency in English and Sinhala/Tamil.
- Strong communication skills with demonstrated writing abilities.
- Proficiency in standard office software applications.
- Good understanding of the political, social, and cultural context.
- Knowledge of basic graphic design will be an added advantage.
Date of employment: Position will commence from January 2027
Duration: One year
We offer a meaningful career with an international humanitarian organization with opportunities for learning and development and an attractive remuneration package.
How to apply
Please forward your CV (no longer than two pages) together with a cover letter including your salary expectation, both in MS Word format, to [email protected]. Please name the file as SURNAME_FirstName_Communication Officer.
Deadline for applications: 28th October 2026
If you have not heard from us by 30th November 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.
