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Communication and Advocacy Specialist, P-3, TA (6 months)

LocationOuagadougou - Burkina-Faso, WCAR
LevelMid
Posted1w ago
Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

UNICEF Burkina Faso is hiring a mid-level Communication and Advocacy Specialist (P-3, TA) to develop and implement advocacy and communication strategies to promote children's and women's rights in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, with a compensation package not specified.

Role
Communication and Advocacy Specialist, P-3, TA (6 months)
Organization
UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund
Location
Ouagadougou - Burkina-Faso, WCAR
Level
Mid
Category
Communications & Marketing

The role

The Communication and Advocacy Specialist at UNICEF Burkina Faso will develop and implement advocacy and communication strategies to promote children's and women's rights. This role involves managing media relations, building partnerships, and supporting resource mobilization efforts.

What you'll do

  • Developing and managing advocacy and communication strategies
  • Managing media relations
  • Building and maintaining stakeholder networks
  • Supporting resource mobilization efforts
  • Ensuring effective communication of UNICEF's mission and programs

What it takes

  • Master's degree in Communication, Journalism, or Public Relations
  • At least 5 years of relevant work experience
  • Proven experience in communication and advocacy tactics
  • Experience in building and maintaining stakeholder networks
  • Strong digital and social media skills
  • Fluency in French and English

What you'll bring

Developing and managing advocacy and communication strategiesMedia relationsBuilding and maintaining stakeholder networksExperience in digital and social media content and audience trendsExperience in media relationsStrong communicator with ability to present complex policy ideas

How we treat you

UNICEF provides a wide range of benefits to its staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, WCAR.

What is the compensation package?

The compensation package is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a Master's degree in Communication, Journalism, or Public Relations, at least 5 years of relevant work experience, and fluency in French and English.

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted by October 20, 2026.

Is the job remote?

The job is not specified as remote or on-site, and no remote eligibility quote is provided.

How to apply

Apply directly on UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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