National Consultant on Communications and Advocacy
Quick answer
UNFPA is seeking a National Consultant on Communications and Advocacy to manage the planning and implementation of communication strategies in Yangon, Myanmar, for a 6-month full-time contract.
- Role
- National Consultant on Communications and Advocacy
- Organization
- UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund
- Location
- Yangon, Myanmar
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The National Consultant on Communications and Advocacy will manage the planning and implementation of communication strategies to enhance the visibility of UNFPA’s mandate in Myanmar. This role involves monitoring local trends, aligning advocacy efforts with global standards, and ensuring communication products support the country office's strategic objectives. The consultant will facilitate the onboarding of a new Communications and Advocacy Analyst and maintain ongoing initiatives during the transition.
What you'll do
- Assist in promoting awareness about the centrality of the ICPD agenda in Humanitarian, Development and Nexus interventions
- Support the development and review of advocacy materials
- Support the implementation of established UNFPA branding guidelines and media strategies
- Support the onboarding of a new Communications and Advocacy Analyst
- Conduct field missions to project sites across Myanmar
- Support in preparing communication inputs, articles, and success stories for regional/HQ platforms and UNFPA’s newsletter
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in Political Science, Media Studies, Communication, Public Relations, Population, Demography and/or other related social science fields
- Minimum 2 years of professional experience in communication
- Excellent oral, written communications and editing skills in English
- Understanding of the UN system and UNFPA operations
- Knowledge of current development issues in Myanmar
- Fluency in oral and written English and Myanmar
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Yangon, Myanmar, with field missions as required, subject to security conditions.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required for this role?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in relevant fields, minimum 2 years of professional experience in communication, and excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
How can I apply for this role?
You can apply by clicking the 'Apply' button on the job posting.
Is the role remote or in-office?
The role is full-time, based at the UNFPA Country Office in Yangon, with field missions as required, subject to security conditions.
How to apply
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