Job description

The position:

Under the direct supervision of the Stakeholder Engagement Specialist, Media and Communications Branch of the Division of External Relations, the consultant will support the branch/team in aspects related to the implementation of internal communications and stakeholder engagement initiatives and products, including the UNFPA global communications strategy.

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead United Nations agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is intended, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. The UNFPA Strategic Plan for 2026–2029 articulates the organization’s response to a complex global environment, providing a roadmap for resilience and renewal. It is designed to accelerate the implementation of the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. This mandate is pursued through a focus on four interconnected outcomes: ending the unmet need for family planning; ending preventable maternal deaths; ending gender-based violence and harmful practices; and adapting to demographic change through evidence and rights-based policies.

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and will defend them courageously and with full conviction.

UNFPA is seeking candidates who transform, inspire, and deliver high-impact sustained results, ensuring effective external relations, communications, partnership-building and resource mobilization in a rapidly changing development and funding landscape. We need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them, and who commit to delivering excellence in programme results

You would be responsible for:

  1. Support all aspects of internal communications, including writing, editing and posting text and multimedia content, including feature articles and interviews, to online channels including myUNFPA internal platform, the Voices newsmagazine, newsletters and communications hubs.
  2. Supporting the organization of the General Staff Meeting, including communications to all staff, overall logistics, and reporting.
  3. Manage and present analytics for internal channels and products, including the intranet and newsletters.
  4. Help organize training and events such as webinars and develop resource materials to train staff on internal communications.
  5. Conduct research and brainstorm ideas related to internal communications, and other corporate communications.
  6. Support coordination and production of in-person events and exhibits.
  7. Other relevant duties as assigned by the Chief and relevant members of the Media and Communications Branch.

Remote/In person: Remote

Duration:Six months with possibility of extension

Qualifications and experience: 

Education:

Must meet the following educational requirements:

a. Have recently graduated from a master’s degree or higher; 

b. Have an undergraduate university degree;

Other qualifications:

  • Applicants should have some related work experience. Experience in communications, marketing or public relations is a plus. 
  • Applicants should have excellent writing and editing skills.
  • Strong organizational and research skills are required.
  • Applicants should have some knowledge of web production, social media and multimedia tools.
  • Applicants should have excellent interpersonal communications and project management skills.
  • Some experience in working with development agencies, including in volunteer capacity. 
  • Fluency in English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset. 
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.

Financial aspects:

Applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the consultancy. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the consultancy begins. UNFPA does not provide medical insurance for consultants.

UNFPA work environment:

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce – click here to learn more.

Disclaimer:

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.

How to apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter to voices@unfpa.org by 4 September 2026.

Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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