Communications Officer for UNFPA Mexico at unfpa

, , Mexico -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Digital Engagement, Advocacy, Content Development, Partnership Development, Monitoring and Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Mobilization, Capacity Building, Interpersonal Skills, Networking, Writing Skills, Editing Skills, Presentation Skills, Culturally Sensitive Programming

Industry

International Affairs

Description

The Analyst cultivates and manages a robust network of communication partners and alliances, including national institutions, NGOs, the private sector, and social organizations, to amplify UNFPA's impact. While not directly responsible for fundraising, the Analyst will contribute to resource mobilization efforts by developing compelling communication materials and strategies that showcase UNFPA's impact and value to potential donors. Duties and Responsibilities: Strategic Communications Leadership: Develop and Implement a Strategic Communications Framework: Lead the development and execution of a dynamic, evidence-based strategic communications framework that aligns with UNFPA's Country Programme Document (CPD) and prioritizes key SRHR, demographic adaptability, and LNOB issues. This framework will encompass clear objectives, target audiences, key messages, communication channels, and evaluation metrics. Position UNFPA as a Thought Leader: Proactively identify opportunities to position UNFPA as a credible and influential voice on population and development issues, particularly SRHR, through strategic engagement with media, policymakers, influencers, and the public. Drive Narrative Change: Develop and implement innovative communication campaigns that shift public narratives and address misinformation surrounding UNFPA's mandate areas, promoting a positive and informed discourse on SRHR, demographic trends, and human rights. Content Strategy and Development: Oversee the creation of compelling and impactful content across multiple platforms (print, digital, social media, video) that showcases UNFPA's work, highlights success stories, and amplifies the voices of beneficiaries. Ensure content is tailored to specific target audiences and aligned with the overall communication strategy. Media Relations: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with journalists and media outlets. Proactively pitch stories, organize press briefings, and provide expert commentary on relevant issues to secure positive media coverage for UNFPA's work. Digital Engagement: Develop and implement a comprehensive digital engagement strategy that leverages social media platforms and online channels to reach target audiences, build online communities, and drive meaningful conversations around UNFPA's mandate areas. Advocacy and Public Awareness: Design and implement targeted advocacy and public awareness campaigns to influence policy decisions, mobilize public support, and promote behavioral change related to SRHR, demographic adaptability, and the rights of LNOB populations. Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish clear metrics and evaluation frameworks to track the effectiveness of communication initiatives and make data-driven adjustments to strategies and tactics. Partnerships (Communication Focus): Strategic Communication Partnership Development: Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic partnerships with key communication stakeholders, including media outlets, influencers, communication agencies, and civil society organizations with strong communication expertise, to amplify UNFPA's messages and reach wider audiences. Collaboration on Communication Initiatives: Collaborate with Programme Specialists and Analysts to integrate strategic communication elements into programme design and implementation, ensuring that communication activities are aligned with programme objectives. Stakeholder Engagement (Communication Focus): Develop and implement stakeholder engagement plans specifically for communication-related activities, building strong relationships with key communication partners and fostering collaboration. Contribution to Resource Mobilization (Communication Related): Develop Compelling Communication Materials for Resource Mobilization: Create impactful communication materials (e.g., brochures, videos, presentations, success stories) that showcase UNFPA's achievements and demonstrate the value of investing in UNFPA's programs. Support Donor Communication: Provide communication support for donor engagement activities, including developing talking points, presentations, and communication strategies for donor visits and events. Highlight Impact for Donors: Develop communication strategies that effectively communicate the impact of donor contributions to UNFPA's programs. Knowledge Management and Capacity Building: Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to the development and dissemination of knowledge products and best practices related to strategic communications. Capacity Building: Provide technical support and training to UNFPA staff and partners on strategic communication, advocacy, and media relations. General Management and Coordination: Work Planning and Budget Management: Develop and manage communication work plans and budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely implementation of activities. Reporting: Prepare regular reports on communication activities, highlighting achievements, challenges, and lessons learned. Collaboration: Work closely with programme staff, other UN agencies, and external partners to ensure coordinated and effective implementation of communication initiatives. Qualifications and Experience: Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in strategic communications, preferably in the field of international development. Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communication and advocacy campaigns. Strong understanding of SRHR, population and development issues, and human rights. Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills in Spanish and English. Experience in digital communications and social media engagement. Strong interpersonal and networking skills. Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment. Competencies Core competencies Achieving results; Being accountable; Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen; Thinking analytically and strategically; Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships; Communicating for impact Managerial Competencies: Providing strategic focus; Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders; Leading, developing and empowering people, creating a culture of performance; Making decisions and exercising judgment. Values: Exemplifying integrity and social justice commitment Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change and teamwork. Functional Competencies: Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda; Leveraging the resources of provincial and local governments and partners/building strategic alliances and partnerships; Delivering results-based programmes; Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilization. Project management leadership. Required Skills and Experience Qualifications and Experience Education Advance Degree (minimum Master`s Degree or equivalent) in Communication, Journalism, Public Policies, Political or Social Sciences. Knowledge and Experience: ● Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably in Corporate Communication and Resource Mobilization. ● Prior experience in culturally sensitive programming is essential. ● Demonstrated experience in advising and supporting initiatives to promote equality responses, population policies, universal health services, and data management good practices. ● Experience in culturally sensitive programming is essential. ● Experience in implementing "Leave No One Behind" strategies and programmes. ● Experience in advising and supporting initiatives to promote gender equality, humanitarian response, population policies, universal health services, and data management best practices. ● Strong track record of technical leadership and proven ability to produce high-quality results. Languages: Fluency in Spanish and English; working knowledge of other official UN languages. Compensation and Benefits: This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary, health insurance and other benefits as applicable. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Only short-listed applicants will be acknowledged. 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. Persons with disabilities, and individuals of 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. Legal Notice: Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, and other administrative requirements. UNFPA does not charge any fee related to applications, processing, training, interviews, testing, or any other aspect of the recruitment process, and does not request applicants’ bank account information. For any clarification regarding this vacancy, please write to vacantes-mexico@unfpa.org, indicating the vacancy number and title. Please do NOT send your application to this email address, as it will not be considered. Please make sure to upload a motivation letter and your updated CV. To view the full job description and apply for this vacancy, please click on “APPLY NOW” below.

Responsibilities

The Communications Officer will develop and implement a strategic communications framework to enhance UNFPA's impact and position it as a thought leader in population and development issues. The role involves creating compelling content, managing media relations, and driving advocacy campaigns to influence policy and public awareness.