Location:
Gaza
Palestine, State of
POSITION TYPE: Local Hire
POSITION TITLE: Communications Assistant
DIVISION: Global Health
REPORTS TO: Communication Coordinator
Project HOPE is an international NGO with around 1,000 engaged employees and volunteers who work around the globe, responding to the world’s most pressing global health challenges. Throughout our 65+-year legacy, Project HOPE has treated millions of patients, provided more than $3 billion worth of medicines to local health care organizations around the world helped build hundreds of health programs from the ground up, and responded to humanitarian crises worldwide.
Code of Conduct
It is our shared responsibility and obligation to treat each other with respect, take affirmative steps to prevent matters involving Sexual Exploitation & Abuse and Trafficking in Persons, and to disclose all potential and actual violations of our Code of Conduct, which may include Conflicts of Interest, Fraud, Corruption, Discrimination or Harassment. Together we can reinforce a culture of respect, integrity, accountability, and transparency. This position is being advertised contingent upon award; while the recruitment process will proceed as part of organizational preparedness, no formal offer will be extended until funding is confirmed
Program Summary
Project HOPE is providing humanitarian assistance to the conflict-affected population in Gaza. The current response portfolio focuses on Health, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, Protection, and WASH programming through Project HOPE programs and local partnerships.
Position Summary
The Communications Assistant supports the implementation of communication and visibility activities for Project HOPE’s Gaza programming. Reporting to the Communications Officer, the role assists in content development, media coordination, documentation, and administrative support to ensure timely, accurate, and consistent communication outputs.
The Communications Assistant plays a key role in gathering field content, organizing communication materials, and supporting internal and external visibility efforts in line with organizational branding and safeguarding standards.
Principal Responsibilities
Content Support & Documentation
Support the development of communication materials including success stories, human-interest stories, social media content, and program updates.
Assist in conducting interviews with program staff and beneficiaries, under the guidance of the Communications Officer.
Draft initial versions of content pieces for review and finalization by the Communications Officer.
Organize and maintain photo libraries, consent forms, and communication archives.
Ensure proper documentation and filing of communication products in line with organizational procedures.
Media & Visibility Support
Assist in coordinating media visits, interviews, and field missions.
Support logistical arrangements and preparation of briefing materials for media engagements.
Help monitor media coverage and compile media tracking reports.
Ensure visibility materials (banners, branding materials, donor acknowledgements) are properly prepared and displayed at program sites.
Social Media & Digital Communications
Support the drafting and scheduling of social media content in coordination with the Communications Officer.
Monitor online engagement and compile basic analytics reports.
Ensure that digital content aligns with organizational messaging, branding, and safeguarding standards.
Emergency & Rapid Communications Support
Assist in gathering and compiling information during emergencies or program disruptions.
Support preparation of situation updates, key messages, and communication briefs as directed.
Coordination & Administrative Support
Coordinate with program teams to collect photos, testimonials, and updates from field activities.
Maintain communication trackers, content calendars, and reporting logs.
Support procurement or coordination of communication-related materials when required.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
0-1 years of relevant experience in communications, media, public relations, or content development; experience in the humanitarian or NGO sector is an advantage.
Strong writing and editing skills in Arabic; good working proficiency in English required.
Basic photography and/or videography skills are an asset.
Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content management tools.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and understanding of humanitarian principles.
Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be mobile in an office environment and able to use standard office equipment.
Must be able to communicate in verbal and written form and must be able to travel.
Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.”
Work Environment
This position is based in Gaza. Given the current conflict conditions, candidate must be able to work in a rapidly changing environment.
Position will be in resource-deprived environment with austere living conditions.
Travel for extended periods may be by air and/or other modes of transportation.
Project HOPE employees may be required to travel or work in countries where working conditions are classified as “hardship.