The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is inviting expressions of interest for the position of Digital Content Coordinator Consultant within its Communications Division, based in Rome. This full-time, temporary consultancy is offered for a duration of one year and does not carry any expectation of extension, conversion, or future employment with the Fund. This role is suited to an experienced digital communications professional who can provide hands-on technical and editorial support across IFAD’s digital platforms, ensuring consistency, quality, and impact in line with institutional priorities. Organisational Context IFAD is a specialised agency of the United Nations and an international financial institution dedicated to eradicating rural poverty and hunger. It achieves this by investing in rural people and supporting programmes that improve agricultural productivity, strengthen rural livelihoods, and promote inclusive rural transformation. The Communications Division leads IFAD’s global communications, public advocacy, and internal engagement. Its mandate includes strengthening IFAD’s visibility, reputation, and digital footprint while ensuring staff remain informed and connected. The Division is structured into four core teams: External Engagement Partner and Field Engagement Production Strategic Planning and Internal Communication The Digital Content Coordinator Consultant will work under the supervision of the Web and Social Media Lead, supporting cross-divisional digital initiatives. Purpose of the Role The Digital Content Coordinator Consultant will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality digital content across IFAD’s corporate website, social media channels, and related digital platforms. The role is technical and advisory in nature, with no responsibility for staff supervision, budget management, or organisational decision-making. The consultant will contribute to strengthening IFAD’s digital presence, improving audience engagement, and ensuring that content is timely, accurate, accessible, and aligned with SEO and digital best practices. Key Functions and Responsibilities The consultant will be expected to carry out a wide range of digital coordination and content functions, including: Supporting and coordinating IFAD’s digital strategy and workflow across web and social platforms Managing the ongoing development and maintenance of IFAD’s corporate website, ensuring content accuracy and structural integrity Tracking and analysing monthly website and digital performance data, with a strong focus on SEO optimisation Reporting on key performance indicators across web, social media, and multimedia content Troubleshooting website issues in collaboration with internal partners, including the ICT Division Coordinating the creation of new website sections, microsites, and related digital platforms Writing, editing, fact-checking, and rewriting web content, including news articles, feature stories, blogs, photo essays, and thematic pages Scheduling and proofreading digital content to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness Identifying opportunities for digital diplomacy and engagement with member states and private sector stakeholders Monitoring reputational risk issues and proposing appropriate follow-up actions Supporting holistic digital editorial planning and coordination across teams Contributing to newsletters, blogs, multimedia products, and other digital communication outputs Ensuring close collaboration with multimedia, multilingual, partnership, and media teams Undertaking occasional travel when required for justified business needs Working from the office on designated anchor days in line with consultancy requirements Performance Expectations The consultant will be assessed against clearly defined outputs and deliverables, including: Creation, editing, and maintenance of approximately 12 digital content pieces per month Ongoing updates to priority institutional and thematic web pages Contribution to quarterly editorial plans and campaign-based digital content Delivery of agreed digital products, such as microsites or thematic sections, within set timelines Monthly reporting on digital performance analytics, including actionable insights and recommendations Required Qualifications and Experience IFAD is seeking a highly skilled digital professional with the following profile: Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, writing, international development, or a related field At least seven years of professional experience in digital content creation and coordination Strong writing, editing, and fact-checking skills for institutional and public-facing content Ability to translate complex and technical information into clear, engaging narratives Proven experience managing multiple workstreams and competing deadlines Strong organisational, prioritisation, and project management skills High attention to detail and editorial quality Sound judgement and discretion in sensitive communication contexts Experience analysing and reporting on digital performance metrics Familiarity with digital diplomacy and institutional stakeholder engagement Previous experience with a UN or multilateral organisation is an asset Fluency in English is required, while knowledge of other IFAD official languages is considered an advantage. Employment Conditions and Equal Opportunity Consultants engaged by IFAD are not considered staff members, and this assignment does not imply future employment with the organisation. IFAD is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Applicants should note that IFAD does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and only communicates through official email addresses ending in @ifad.org. Application Information The consultancy is based in Rome, with an application closing date of 9 February 2026 (midnight Rome time). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants experiencing technical difficulties during the application process may contact IFAD’s recruitment support team for assistance. 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