View Vacancy - Communications Officer, Diplomatic College (ROU26-003397)

Who are we?

The British Embassy in Bucharest is part of the United Kingdom’s world-wide diplomatic network, representing British political, economic and consular interests in Romania, and we are now looking to recruit a Communications Officer.

Main purpose of the job:

The FCDO is establishing a new Diplomatic College as a world-class institution for capability and professional development. This project forms part of the FCDO2030 agenda. We aim to position the FCDO as the UK government's primary source of capability and expertise on development, diplomacy and international leadership. Our vision is to create an FCDO learning culture that provides all staff with the right capabilities and expertise in the right places to support FCDO2030.

This is a key delivery role within the College Communications Team, responsible for managing relationships with colleagues across FCDO teams and external partners to design and deliver communications products that enhance the College's reputation. 

The role requires a well-rounded communicator who can manage stakeholder relationships whilst producing high-quality written and visual content that informs and engages diverse audiences. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong technical expertise in content creation across internal and external channels, brand application, and visual design, ensuring all materials uphold professional standards and effectively communicate key messages. In addition to strong project management skills, the role calls for someone who brings dynamism and initiative to the team. 

The ideal candidate will have a worldly perspective, drawing on diverse professional experiences, including collaborating with external marketing and design agencies, to inform their approach and ensure communications resonate with a global audience. 

The role is located within the British Embassy in Bucharest but has a global remit and it is a dedicated position within the FCDO College. The jobholder will work globally, engaging with stakeholders across the FCDO, and their primary responsibilities are focused on supporting the College’s capability and professional development agenda—not embassy operations.

This is an exciting role that will evolve as the new College continues to mature. The successful candidate should expect to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. The role may require occasional international travel.

Roles and responsibilities:

Collaboration and stakeholder liaison (35%)

• Liaise with colleagues across the College — including faculties, programme teams, and senior staff — to plan and deliver communications that meet their needs;
• Work with wider FCDO teams and external partners to coordinate messaging and maintain coherence across channels;
• Provide advice and practical support to colleagues on communicating their initiatives effectively;
• Maintain the team’s forward look of activities and ensure they are aligned with the overall communications calendar.

Campaign and content delivery (35%)

• Develop comprehensive OASIS campaign plans that set clear objectives, identify target audiences, define strategic approaches, plan implementation timelines, and establish evaluation frameworks to measure success against defined outcomes;
• Deliver engaging communications materials to support College campaigns and initiatives, including learning programmes, events, and announcements;
• Produce clear, audience-focused content for digital platforms such as the intranet, newsletters, and Viva Engage;
• Coordinate timelines, inputs, and approvals to ensure campaign materials are delivered on schedule;
• Collate data to help evaluate communications impact.

Digital content and events support (20%)

• Maintain and update the College’s intranet pages, ensuring information is accurate, engaging, and easy to navigate;
• Contribute to communications materials for high-profile College campaigns and events, such as learning culture campaigns, launches and recognition campaigns;
• Develop and prepare supporting assets (e.g. visuals, slides, templates) to enhance event visibility and engagement.

Editorial and administrative support (10%)

• Draft copy for newsletters, features, and announcements, ensuring clarity, tone, and consistency;
• Support project planning, file management, and scheduling for communications activities;
• Coordinate with suppliers or service providers as required for design, print, or production.

Essential on arrival:

• Fluency at C1 level in English according to CEFR framework*, or equivalent;
• Minimum of three years’ experience in communications, marketing, or digital content production;
• Experience planning campaigns and in client management;
• Proven ability to produce clear, engaging written and visual content across a variety of formats (newsletters, intranet pages, email fliers, social media, websites);
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills in English;
• Strong interpersonal and coordination skills, with confidence working across teams and departments;
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities;
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, accessibility, and clarity in communications.