Chief Advocacy and Communication

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UNICEF in Iraq works to uphold the rights of children to access services and protection, from early childhood through to adolescence. Our objective is to ensure that every child in Iraq, irrespective of background or circumstance, has an equal chance to fulfil their potential. We are working for every child and young person in Iraq.

Advocacy and Communication are at the center of UNICEF’s mandate. We advocate to decision makers for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. We communicate to key public and private audiences to build support for the cause of children.

Reporting to the Country Representative, you will be accountable for leading the advocacy and communication strategies of the Iraq Country Office, along with managing the partnerships component in the office. This includes:

The development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of integrated advocacy and communication strategies to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people
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 Country Management Team, you 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 strategy development
Advocacy strategy implementation
Communication strategy development and implementation
Donor Relations and Reporting
Private Sector Engagement
Digital strategy
Media relations
Advocacy and communication M&E
Team building, project, and budget management
Advocacy and communication capacity building
Stakeholder engagement
Others
Country Management Team

To qualify as a Champion for every child you will have:

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.
A first level university degree (Bachelor’s) in a relevant field, in conjunction with two additional years of relevant work experience in advocacy, campaigning or a related field may be taken in lieu of an Advanced University degree.

Experience:

At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in advocacy/ campaigning and communication is required, with at least two years at the international level.
Experience in leading the development and implementation of advocacy and communication strategies, with clear theories of change, specific, measurable and timebound objectives, and performance indicators.
Developing country work experience in international development as well as in international donor relations is an asset.
Proven ability to develop effective long-term strategic fundraising plans, with appropriate allocation of time and resources, and foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning.
A track record of achieving or contributing to tangible policy change.
Proven experience in deploying a range of advocacy and communication 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 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.
Experience in managing a team is a requirement, along with a proven commitment to diverse and inclusive recruiting process. Experience managing a multicultural team 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. Knowledge of Arabic is considered an asset.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/569278

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