Communications Consultancy | Nonviolent Peaceforce – Deadline 01 Sept 2026
Communications professionals with experience in humanitarian settings have an opportunity to contribute to peacebuilding, civilian protection and community-led change through the Communications Consultancy for Changemakers with Nonviolent Peaceforce (NP). The consultancy combines remote work with a two-week assignment in Nairobi, Kenya, and is designed for an experienced communications professional who can produce compelling stories and multimedia content in sensitive humanitarian environments.
The consultancy runs from 14 September 2026 to 31 January 2027, with applications closing on 1 September 2026. Candidates are encouraged to apply early because Nonviolent Peaceforce may select a candidate before the official closing date.
About the Communications Consultancy
Nonviolent Peaceforce is an international humanitarian organisation working with communities affected by violence to strengthen safety and dignity through Unarmed Civilian Protection (UCP). Its work focuses on preventing and reducing violence, protecting civilians and supporting communities affected by conflict.
The Changemakers initiative seeks to identify and support leaders working in protection, peacebuilding and safety across different conflict contexts. The initiative provides participants with opportunities to develop their understanding of UCP, connect with other changemakers and develop UCP-inspired projects supported through micro-grants.
The successful Communications Consultant will help communicate the experiences, achievements and lessons emerging from the programme.
Key Responsibilities
A major part of the consultancy will involve developing and implementing a communications strategy for the Changemakers programme.
The consultant will work closely with the Global Programme Manager for NEST, the UCP Academy Manager and the wider communications team to plan communications activities and produce materials for different audiences.
Responsibilities will include:
- Developing a communications plan for the Changemakers programme
- Creating written and audiovisual communications materials
- Serving as the communications focal point for the Changemakers cohort
- Developing social media content and programme stories
- Producing blogs, human-interest stories and project briefs
- Creating visibility materials and talking points
- Documenting programme activities through photography and video
- Interviewing Changemakers and capturing their experiences
- Designing flyers, posters, one-pagers and other information materials
- Turning programme data into infographics and clear reporting products
- Preparing print- and digital-ready communications materials
- Managing versions, approvals and final production
The consultant will also be expected to ensure that communications are ethical, accessible and appropriate for people living and working in vulnerable environments.
Nairobi Travel Requirement
Although the consultancy is primarily hybrid and remote, it includes an important two-week period in Nairobi, Kenya, in November 2026.
During this period, the consultant will provide on-site communications leadership and document the Foundational Training on Unarmed Civilian Protection. This will involve photography, videography, interviews and real-time content development.
Candidates based in Nairobi or in countries where Nonviolent Peaceforce has an office presence may receive preference. Nairobi-based applicants must have the legal authority to work in Kenya.
Who Can Apply?
The opportunity is aimed at experienced communications professionals with a strong interest in humanitarian work, peacebuilding and storytelling.
Candidates should have a postgraduate degree or equivalent professional experience in communications or a related field. Applicants are also expected to have at least four years of professional experience, including at least two years working in humanitarian communications or a related area.
Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.
Additional experience in French or Arabic would be an advantage, particularly because the consultancy may involve communications products in English, French and Arabic.
Important Multimedia Skills
This opportunity is particularly suitable for communications professionals who can combine strategic communications with practical content production.
Applicants should demonstrate strong skills in:
- Videography
- Video editing
- Photography
- Photo editing
- Digital storytelling
- Social media communications
- Human-interest storytelling
- Graphic and information design
- Communications planning
The successful consultant must have their own professional photography and videography equipment.
Experience producing videos with montages, cuts, sound syncing and lower-third captions will also be valuable.
Experience in Humanitarian Communications
The role requires more than general marketing or corporate communications experience. Candidates should understand the unique challenges involved in communicating in humanitarian and conflict-affected environments.
The consultant will need to tell powerful stories while respecting privacy, dignity, consent and safeguarding principles.
Before conducting in-depth interviews, the consultant will be responsible for obtaining informed consent. They must also follow Nonviolent Peaceforce’s safeguarding and image-use policies.
This makes ethical storytelling an important component of the position.
Consultancy Duration and Payment
The consultancy will begin on 14 September 2026 and conclude on 31 January 2027.
Payment will be made after satisfactory completion of agreed deliverables and submission of timesheets and invoices. Applicants are required to include an estimated budget for the entire consultancy period as part of their application.
The position is a consultancy rather than a conventional permanent employment role.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV of no more than two pages through the Nonviolent Peaceforce application system. The CV should demonstrate relevant communications experience and explain how the applicant meets the requirements of the consultancy.
The application deadline is Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete a technical assignment before an interview.
Applicants should also be cautious of recruitment fraud. Nonviolent Peaceforce states that it does not charge fees during its selection process.
Final Thoughts
The Communications Consultancy for Changemakers offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional to combine strategic communications, multimedia storytelling and humanitarian advocacy.
The role would be particularly suitable for someone who enjoys working independently, has strong visual storytelling abilities and understands how to communicate responsibly with communities affected by conflict.
With remote work, international exposure and a required period in Nairobi, the consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute directly to a programme focused on peacebuilding, civilian protection and community leadership.
Professionals interested in humanitarian communications, international development, advocacy and digital storytelling should review the requirements carefully and submit their applications before 1 September 2026.
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