Fixed-term WAZA COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT - Maternity Leave Cover (Dec 2026-Oct 2027)
Tentative timeline for recruitment process *Subject to modification:
Call for applicants: 30 September to 18 October
First round of interviews: Second week of November
Second round of interviews: Fourth week of November
Location
Barcelona, Spain (a work permit to work in Spain is required)
Employment type
Full-time, temporary contract (maternity leave cover)
Contract period: early December 2026 to mid-October 2027
Flexible working hours (bandwidth: 7.00 am-7.00 pm)
Our working arrangement is hybrid, with two days per week based at the WAZA Executive Office in Barcelona and three days working remotely
Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Spain
Supervision
The Communications Assistant reports primarily to the Interim Head of Communications.
If the Interim Head of Communications is unavailable, the role reports to the CEO.
Posts Responsible for:Not applicable
Overview and Job Purpose
The Communications Assistant supports the promotion of WAZA's key messages, programmes,



and member initiatives through digital platforms, campaigns, and publications. The role contributes to increasing awareness and appreciation of the integral progressive zoo and aquarium community and its role in conservation, animal welfare, and sustainability.
Scope
Coverage: Supports WAZA's global communications activities, including digital communications, campaigns, newsletters, and member communications.
Supervised Staff and Contributors: None. Collaborates with internal teams, members, and external partners as needed.
Budget Responsibility: No direct budget ownership; may support tracking of communications-related costs.
Programme and Operational Scale: Supports global communications outputs, including social media, campaigns, newsletters, and communications support to committees and programmes.
Collaboration and Internal Interaction: Works closely with the Head of Communications, Executive Office, Members

📌 Fixed-term WAZA COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT – Maternity Leave Cover (Barcelona)
🏢 World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA)
📍 Barcelona