Mission Spokesperson – OSCE Moldova

About the role

The Mission Spokesperson supports the Deputy Head of the OSCE Mission to Moldova in communicating the Mission’s activities, managing media relations and promoting freedom of the media. The role combines strategic communication, media monitoring and public outreach in a challenging international environment.

Key responsibilities

• Draft and disseminate press releases, statements, news items and media advisories, ensuring timely clearance.
• Develop and implement a media strategy to reach target audiences and manage the Mission’s social‑media channels and website.
• Supervise media monitoring, handle interview requests, organise press conferences and media events.
• Lead outreach projects on media freedom, maintain liaison with OSCE communications units and oversee internal reporting.
• Manage a small team member and contribute to the security‑zone monitoring programme.

Required profile

• Minimum six years of professional experience in media, public affairs or communications, including handling media inquiries.
• Professional fluency in English (oral and written) and working knowledge of Russian; knowledge of Romanian is a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender‑equality objectives and ability to work impartially in a multicultural team.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal and project‑management abilities.

Required skills

• Social‑media platform management.
• Digital photography and video production.
• Proficiency with IT software and computer applications.

What we offer

• Board and Lodging Allowance of EUR 119 per day.
• Access to the Cigna medical‑insurance scheme.