Chief Advocacy and Communications

The Chief of Advocacy and Communications is accountable for leading the advocacy and communication strategy and resource mobilization and partnership strategy of the Country Office, under the supervision of the Representative. This includes:

the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of integrated advocacy and communication strategies to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people

the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of integrated resource mobilization and partnership strategies (including public and private) to raise and leverage funding for UNICEF and children, and to influence key stakeholder to invest in and protect children. The effective deployment of public channels and private relationships to mobilize public and private resources for children, including through UNICEF.

using traditional and digital media and key partnerships to build awareness of and support for child rights and UNICEF’s mission, priorities and programmes at the national, regional and global level

working with children and young people to empower them as agents of change

responding to major communication risks and challenges.

As a member of the Management Team, the Chief Advocacy and Communications will work alongside colleagues to oversee the overall performance of the office, create a positive workplace environment, and ensure the wellbeing of staff.  

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

• Advocacy and communication, strategy development and implementation
• Resource mobilization and Partnerships (public and private sector) strategy development and implementation
• Digital strategy development and implementation
• Media relations
• Advocacy, communication, resource mobilization and partnerships M&E
• Team building, project and budget management
• Advocacy, communication, resource mobilization and partnerships capacity building
• Stakeholder outreach, engagement and influence

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• An Advanced University degree is required in one of the following fields: International Relations, Political Science, International Development, Public Policy, Public Administration, Economics, Communication or related fields.

Work Experience:

• At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in advocacy/ campaigning, communication and resource mobilization and partnerships is required, with at least two years at the international level.

Skills:

• Experience in leading the development and implementation of advocacy and communication as well as resource mobilization and partnership strategies and plans, with clear theories of change, specific, measurable and timebound objectives, and performance indicators.
• A track record of achieving or contributing to tangible policy change.
• Proven experience in deploying a range of advocacy and communication as well as resource mobilization and partnerships tactics based on a clear theory of change.
• Experience in building and maintaining a network of external stakeholders, and in working with coalitions.
• Experience in building strong relationships with traditional and social media entities and using media relations and channels to engage public audiences.
• Experience in building strong relationships with public and private sector partners to raise funds and leverage resources and influence.
• Experience in leading the development, implementation and monitoring of digital strategies.
• Experienced and current in digital and social media content and audience trends as well as in managing online platforms and channels.
• Strong communicator with emphasis on being able to present complex policy ideas in succinct, engaging ways through campaign narratives and creative tactics as well as the development of donor proposals and reports.
• Experience in managing a team is a requirement, along with a proven commitment to diverse and inclusive recruiting process. Experience managing a multicultural team with matrix management set up is an asset.
• Demonstrated experience in design and management of projects, including budget management and monitoring and evaluation of results.
• Knowledge of international development, humanitarian issues and children’s rights.
• Experience in training and facilitation is an asset.
• Experience working in a developing and emergency environment is an asset.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/575991