Communication and Advocacy Consultant
Quick answer
UNEP is hiring a Communication and Advocacy Consultant in Nairobi to enhance the visibility and recognition of its wastewater and environmental surveillance initiatives. The role involves developing communication strategies, creating high-quality content, and engaging stakeholders. The position is senior-level and requires a master's degree and at least five years of experience in communication and advocacy.
- Role
- Communication and Advocacy Consultant
- Organization
- UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme
- Location
- Nairobi
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is seeking a Communication and Advocacy Consultant to enhance the visibility and recognition of its wastewater and environmental surveillance initiatives. The consultant will develop and implement communication strategies, create high-quality content, and engage stakeholders to promote project achievements.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement a project communications and visibility plan
- Create high-quality communications and knowledge products
- Develop compelling narratives that demonstrate project achievements
- Ensure consistent messaging and positioning of project activities
- Provide communications guidance for engagement with key stakeholders
- Document and disseminate key outcomes, messages and results from project events
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Communications Studies or related field
- Minimum five years of work experience in preparing communication and advocacy related to Source to Sea Pollution materials in UN agencies
- Experience in managing digital communication platforms and supporting communications for international events and multi-country programmes related to Source to Sea Pollution within UN Agencies
- Experience in communication and outreach supporting multi-country programmes on Wastewater Surveillance, particularly in Africa
- Fluency in written and spoken English and French
- Knowledge and expertise in high-level environment and sustainable development issues
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Nairobi, Kenya.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required for this position?
The key qualifications required include an advanced university degree in Communications Studies or a related field, at least five years of work experience in communication and advocacy, experience in managing digital communication platforms, and fluency in written and spoken English and French.
How can I apply for this position?
You can apply for this position by clicking the 'Apply' button on the job posting.
Is the job remote or in-office?
The job is based in Nairobi and is an in-office position.
How to apply
Apply directly on UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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