Strategic Advocacy Advisor

LocationCairo, International

LevelSenior

Posted3w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

UNFPA is hiring a Strategic Advocacy Advisor in Cairo, International, to lead the transformation of the regional communications and advocacy function, with a competitive remuneration package.

Role: Strategic Advocacy Advisor
Organization: UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund
Location: Cairo, International
Level: Senior
Compensation: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Strategic Advocacy Advisor will lead the transformation of the regional communications and advocacy function at UNFPA, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and priorities. This role involves high-level policy dialogue, strategic communications, and advocacy to advance UNFPA's mandate across the Arab States region. The advisor will integrate advocacy strategies with resource mobilization and partnership-building, while also navigating complex socio-cultural sensitivities.

What you'll do

Lead high-level policy dialogue with regional intergovernmental bodies
Integrate population dynamics, youth empowerment, and SRHR priorities into regional development agendas
Provide timely risk assessments and strategic advice to the Regional Director
Provide technical and advocacy support to UNFPA Country Offices
Develop compelling narratives and flagship advocacy messages
Ensure that communications are fully embedded in the design of advocacy engagement strategies

What it takes

Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, media studies, international relations, or other relevant fields
At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, advocacy, or public affairs in international development
Demonstrated expertise in advocacy campaigns, social norm change, and political communications
Experience integrating communications with resource mobilization
Fluency in English; Arabic preferred
Proven ability to navigate complex political environments, build consensus on sensitive gender/SRHR topics, and build trust with conservative stakeholders

What you'll bring

High-level policy dialogueStrategic communicationsAdvocacy campaignsPolitical communicationsDigital advocacyInnovative communications tools

How we treat you

Health insurance and other benefits as applicable

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Cairo, International.

What is the compensation package?

The position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include an advanced university degree, at least 10 years of experience, expertise in advocacy campaigns, and fluency in English; Arabic preferred.

How can I apply?

You can apply by clicking the 'Apply' button on the job posting.

Is the job remote?

The work schedule is not specified, but the job is based in Cairo, International.

How to apply

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

Apply now →

This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund's official posting before applying.