Communications and Reporting Officer (Remote) at Meraki Labs | Apply by 22 June 2026

Meraki Labs is currently recruiting a Communications and Reporting Officer (Remote) to join its growing international team. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a highly organised, detail-driven professional who is confident working across communications, reporting, editing, and project coordination in a dynamic remote environment.

The closing date for applications is 22 June 2026, with an expected start date of 1 August 2026. The role offers a monthly salary of USD 900 and includes a three-month probation period.

About the Role

The Communications and Reporting Officer will play a central role in strengthening the organisation’s visibility, documentation quality, and internal coordination systems. Working remotely, the successful candidate will support both internal operations and external communications across multiple platforms, especially LinkedIn and other public-facing channels.

This role is suited for someone who can translate complex information into clear, engaging, and accessible content while also ensuring high standards of accuracy in reporting and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Communications & Outreach

The officer will support the development and implementation of communication strategies, including:

• Drafting and editing social media posts, updates, and announcements
• Managing and maintaining a communications calendar
• Turning project findings, reports, and lessons learned into engaging content
• Preparing visuals, summaries, and audience-specific communication materials
• Ensuring consistency in tone, branding, and messaging across platforms

A key part of the role involves identifying opportunities to increase the organisation’s visibility and impact through strategic communication.

Reporting, Editing & Knowledge Management

The role also places strong emphasis on documentation quality and knowledge sharing. Responsibilities include:

• Editing and formatting reports, proposals, briefs, and presentations
• Reviewing documents for clarity, grammar, structure, and consistency
• Verifying references, data, tables, and citations for accuracy
• Supporting the development of trackers, workplans, and timelines
• Converting technical content into user-friendly summaries and visuals

Attention to detail is critical, as the officer will help ensure that all organisational outputs meet professional standards.

Project Coordination & Operational Support

In addition to communications and reporting, the officer will provide flexible support across various operational needs:

• Assisting with meeting preparation and stakeholder materials
• Supporting multiple ongoing projects simultaneously
• Improving internal workflows, templates, and documentation systems
• Contributing to coordination between teams and time zones
• Performing additional duties as assigned

This aspect of the role requires adaptability, responsiveness, and strong time management skills.

Required Skills & Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Excellent English writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to create basic visuals and communication materials
• Strong independent working capacity in a remote setting
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility and a proactive working approach

The ideal candidate is comfortable working in fast-changing environments and can manage multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

Candidates should have:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in communications, reporting, research support, project coordination, or related fields
• A degree or diploma in Communications, Journalism, International Development, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or a related discipline
• Proven experience preparing or editing reports, presentations, briefs, or communication materials
• Experience managing or supporting social media platforms (especially LinkedIn)

Additional advantages include experience in humanitarian action, development, migration, displacement, or civil society sectors. Knowledge of additional languages such as French, Arabic, or Spanish is also beneficial.

Working Arrangement

This is a fully remote position, allowing candidates to work from anywhere with a stable internet connection. However, flexibility may be required to accommodate meetings across different time zones.

The role requires someone comfortable working independently while staying connected to a distributed international team.

Salary & Benefits

• Monthly salary: USD 900
• Full-time remote contract
• Three-month probation period
• Exposure to international development, research, and humanitarian projects
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, mission-driven work

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit:

• Updated CV
• Cover letter
• One writing sample

Applications should be sent via email to: danilo@meraki-labs.org
Subject line: Communications and Reporting Officer Application

Important Dates

• Application deadline: 22 June 2026
• Expected start date: 1 August 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. A short practical assessment may also form part of the selection process.

Final Note

This role is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to grow in communications, reporting, and project coordination within a globally connected, mission-driven organisation. It offers hands-on experience in shaping how research, projects, and impact stories are communicated to diverse audiences.

If you are detail-oriented, communication-savvy, and passionate about development or humanitarian work, this position at Meraki Labs could be a strong fit.

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