Communication and Reporting Associate

Posiiton: Communication and Reporting Associate
Job Identification: 36365
Apply Before: 09/03/2026, 09:44 AM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: Nepal
Agency: UNDP
Grade: NPSA-7
Vacancy Type: National Personnel Service Agreement
Practice Area: Management
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific
Contract Duration: 1 Year
Required Languages: Fluency in English and Nepali
Vacancy Timeline: 2 Weeks

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Education requirements

• Secondary education is required.

Or

• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in Communication, Journalism, Media Relations, External Relations, Public Affairs, International Development, Social Sciences, or related fields will be given due consideration but is not a requirement.

Min. years of relevant work experience

• A minimum of 7 years (with secondary education) or 4 years (with a bachelor’s degree) of relevant working experience in communication and reporting.

Required skills

• Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.).
• Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section
• Excellent experience of using MS Office and design/multimedia tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, graphic design, video editing software).
• Experience of working in the communications field of media, mass communications, and outreach.
• Working experience of traditional and social media, digital marketing, multimedia (photography/videography) tools and a variety of other communication platforms.
• Demonstrated experience of coordinating with different stakeholders and facilitating discussions including shared learning dialogues.
• Experience working with UN Agencies, UNDP, other donor-funded projects, Government of Nepal and/or development partners on communication/information management works will be advantage.
• Experience in managing relationships with aid agencies, government bodies, media and any relevant stakeholders on information management and communication.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Nepali and English language with experience in translation and transcription.
• Knowledge of gender and social inclusion in communication, outreach and advocacy.
• Excellent experience of preparing high quality reports, human interest stories, case studies and other knowledge products.
• Proven experience in preparing high level visibility materials and strengthen media engagement across various media platforms.

Required Language(s)

• Fluency in English and Nepali is required.
• Knowledge of any other local language will be an asset.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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