Arbetsbeskrivning

Context

The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) is an intergovernmental organization of 35 member states that supports sustainable democracy worldwide through policy-relevant knowledge, capacity development, advocacy, and dialogue.

The Institute delivers this through comparative knowledge, research, global tools, and technical assistance to support democratic reform at national and global levels.

Its work covers six areas: Electoral Processes; Constitution-Building and Rule of Law; Political Participation and Representation; Democracy Assessment; Digitalization and Democracy; and Climate Change and Democracy. Cross-cutting issues include gender equality, inclusion, and money in politics.

The Digital Communications Officer coordinates and strengthens digital and multimedia communications across teams and offices to enhance the organization’s online presence. The role works closely with headquarters and regional teams to gather information, prioritize content, and respond to relevant developments.

The post holder writes, edits, visualizes, and targets content to promote key issues, events, and resources. Core areas include multimedia storytelling, outreach, social media, website management, and digital advocacy campaigns, in line with International IDEA’s Communications Strategy. The role also supports global communications priorities as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides communications and media support for events, including coordination of technical aspects, broadcasting, livestreaming, and promotion;
• Coordinates and supports regional communications staff to decentralize communications;
• Writes, edits, and coordinates digital content, including articles, storytelling packages, and outreach materials;
• Coordinates social media content across platforms, including posts, toolkits, and visual assets, and supports digital advocacy campaigns;
• Creates infographics and digital assets for online and presentation use;
• Produces and edits videos, including outsourced projects, and coordinates with external media providers;
• Acts as in-house video editor, managing production, editing, and livestreaming, and identifying when external support is required;
• Produces podcast content and provides audio editing support using Adobe tools;
• Acts as in-house visual designer using tools such as Adobe Photoshop and InDesign;
• Implements the organization’s social media strategy across platforms;
• Reviews and updates social media guidelines, schedules content, and ensures thematic and regional balance;
• Monitors and reports on social media analytics;
• Engages with programme teams to stay informed on activities, events, and campaigns, and facilitates information sharing;
• Keeps up to date with AI tools to improve communication outputs.

General Profile

• Has developed specialized or multi-disciplinary skills through training and experience;
• Contributes to team outputs and supports colleagues as an informal resource;
• Follows internal procedures to ensure quality and compliance;
• Adapts to time-sensitive and high-priority tasks;
• Acts in line with International IDEA’s core values: Respect, Integrity, and Professionalism;
• Integrates gender equality, diversity, and inclusion (GEDSI) into all work.

Reporting line

Communications Manager.

Education and Experience

• University degree in communications, journalism, international relations, or related field;
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience (including substantial internships) in journalism or communications, with a focus on social media, preferably in an international context;
• Strong graphic design and multimedia production skills, including video production, livestreaming, and editing (Adobe Creative Suite, e.g. Premiere Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator);
• Experience producing digital content (social media, video, and/or audio);
• Experience using AI communication tools;
• Experience supporting digital events or multimedia production;
• Experience in an international or intergovernmental context is an asset;
• Fluency in English required; other languages (Spanish, Arabic, Swedish, French) are an asset.

Terms of Contract:

• Local post;
• Fixed-term appointment of two (2) years;
• Remuneration: SEK 39,485 net per month.

Please note that relocation costs are not covered. Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in Sweden for the duration of the contract. Work permit support is not provided.

Use of AI in Recruitment

International IDEA emphasizes human input in recruitment. Candidates must disclose any use of AI tools. Application materials, assessments, and interview responses must be human-generated and reflect the candidate’s own knowledge and experience. AI use to generate content or misrepresent qualifications is not permitted. Assistive AI technologies may be used for accessibility purposes.

Applying for this position:

• Applications must be submitted online by 23: 59 (CEST) on 16 April 2026;
• Applications must be in English.

Selection Process:

• Evaluation includes a written test and up to two (2) interviews;
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted after review;
• All candidates will be notified of the outcome by email.

Due to high application volumes, applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis and the vacancy may close early. Early applications are encouraged.

International IDEA is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity in gender, culture, and nationality.