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Communications Officer (Public Relations)

Do you enjoy editorial work and bring creativity and initiative to the development of digital content? Then join us in managing our communications activities, maintaining our social media channels, introducing new content formats, strengthening communication around Germany-related topics, and building a professional community management approach.

The Goethe-Institut Libanon is hiring a Communications Officer (Public Relations) for an initial fixed-term period of one year. The position is 75% part-time, equivalent to 31.5 hours per week.

What you can expect

  • You will create and design engaging social media content on institutional and Germany-related topics, tailoring content to the needs of different target audiences. While your primary focus will be Lebanon, you will also support activities related to Syria.
  • You will develop and manage digital content throughout the entire user journey, from editorial planning and social media publication to the audience-oriented preparation and maintenance of content on the institute’s website.
  • You will conceptualize platform-specific formats for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok, ranging from carousel posts and reels to interactive stories, thereby contributing to a consistent and user-centered digital communication strategy.
  • You will manage the institute’s social media channels at both the operational and editorial levels and engage directly with the online community.
  • You will monitor comments, direct messages, and user interactions and moderate content in accordance with institutional guidelines.

What sets you apart
  • You hold a university degree, ideally in communications, journalism, media design, or a related field, or possess equivalent skills and professional experience.
  • You have excellent knowledge of creating audience-focused editorial content for social media and a strong understanding of key social media platforms and their dynamics.
  • You are proficient in the use of common image and video editing tools such as Canva, CapCut, Edits, or Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • You are able to independently develop and produce videos and podcasts, from research and scripting to recording and editing, and are confident in applying current formats and trends.
  • You think analytically, contribute creative ideas, and communicate clearly within a team. You have a strong affinity for digital platforms and possess good command of English, Arabic, and German (as an asset).

What we offer
  • An initial one-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension to a permanent position. Employment conditions are governed by Lebanese labor law (local staff contract). The position is 75% part-time.
  • Compensation according to the local salary scale of the Goethe-Institut Lebanon, including a 13th-month salary.
  • Regular professional training and development opportunities.
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth within the Goethe-Institut’s global network.
  • The chance to work in an international, dynamic, and intercultural team at our Beirut office.

Application documents

Please send your application by 23 August 2026, including:
  • Cover letter / letter of motivation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Relevant certificates and/or work samples

Documents should be submitted in German or English and sent with “Communication” in the subject line to: bewerbungen-beirut@goethe.de

Please note that incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline cannot be considered. We look forward to receiving your application.