Communications Analyst/Sr. Communications Analyst - (COMPC) – (Contractual)

International Monetary Fund • Washington DC, DC

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About The Position

The Communications Analyst/Sr. Communications Analyst works in the IMF Communications Department’s Policy Communications Division (COMPC), which develops and shares IMF messages with policymakers, academics, the media, civil society, students, and the wider public. COMPC produces the IMF Blog, Finance & Development magazine, Country Focus, the Weekend Read newsletter, factsheets, podcasts, videos, and social media campaigns.

Under the general supervision of the Division’s managers, this role leads digital marketing campaigns to help IMF content reach and engage key audiences, and manages publishing and production across COMPC products. The position uses audience analytics, digital optimization, and AI-assisted tools to improve product reach and impact, applying editorial judgment to select, package, and present content for digital audiences. It also supports the administrative and operational work required to deliver divisional projects and products effectively.

This is a one-year contractual appointment. Contractual appointments may be renewable for up to four years of cumulative contractual service, subject to performance, budget availability, and continuing business need. Only candidates currently residing in the Washington, DC metro area will be considered.

Requirements

• A university degree or equivalent in Communications, International Relations, Languages, or a related field, typically supplemented by at least three years of relevant work experience; alternatively, at least two years of relevant experience at Grade A06 or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering digital marketing or audience-engagement campaigns.
• Excellent command of written English and strong editorial instincts, including judgment about content selection, presentation, visuals, and digital packaging.
• Knowledge of SEO and other digital optimization practices, and experience using data to assess performance and improve communications strategies.
• Excellent project-management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate stakeholders, and deliver time-sensitive work in a fast-paced international environment.
• Intellectual curiosity about economics, public policy, and international affairs, and a strong interest in the IMF’s role and mandate.
• Strong interpersonal skills, good judgment, openness to feedback, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
• Currently reside in the Washington, DC metro area.

Nice To Haves

• Campaign experience in a policy, research, media, or other knowledge-based organization.
• Familiarity with the Sitecore content-management system.
• Experience with email marketing, social media publishing, web or audience analytics tools such as Adobe Analytics, and visual design tools such as Canva.
• Familiarity with GEO, content metadata, AI-assisted communications, and workflow automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run digital marketing campaigns for COMPC products across web, email, newsletters, social media, and other channels.
• Manage publishing and production for the IMF Blog, Finance & Development, Country Focus, the Weekend Read, factsheets, podcasts, and videos, including staging and publishing content in the IMF content-management system and managing editorial calendars, production schedules, reviews, and distribution.
• Support broader COMPC administrative work and assist with other divisional and departmental efforts.
• Work with editors and colleagues to select and package content for digital audiences, including decisions about visuals, sequencing, links, and connections across products.
• Monitor digital-channel performance, identify relevant audience trends, and apply SEO, metadata, email marketing, and GEO to improve content reach and distribution.
• Use AI-assisted tools and automation to improve digital marketing, production processes, audience engagement, and administrative work while maintaining editorial judgment and quality control.
• Coordinate projects and day-to-day operations with other divisions, departments, and external partners.
• Handle project-related administration, including procurement and vendor coordination, budget processes, event logistics, production tracking, and timely delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level