Communication Specialist, NO-3, Fixed Term Position, Asia Pacific Regional Office, based in Delhi, 24 months, #00134549

Organizational Context

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

Job Purpose

The Communication Specialist (Media) will be based in Delhi to strategically strengthen relationships with South Asia news bureaus and drive international media coverage of children’s issues across the Asia and Pacific region. This role aims to enhance UNICEF’s media agility and proactiveness in disaster-prone regions, reinforcing UNICEF’s reputation as the leading organisation for reliable data, engaging spokespersons, and compelling stories about children. Working under the supervision of the Communication Specialist (Media) at the UNICEF Asia Pacific Regional Office (APRO), the incumbent will closely collaborate with UNICEF Country Offices, the Division of Global Communication and Advocacy, and various partners and stakeholders to harness regional and global collaborations on key advocacy and programme priorities for Asia and the Pacific.

Responsibilities

The Communication Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing media strategies and plans to achieve communication objectives. This includes creating compelling content and storytelling that highlights UNICEF's work and impact on children. The role involves managing media relations and engagement, building and maintaining strong relationships with journalists and media outlets. A key responsibility is crisis communication and emergency response, ensuring timely and accurate information dissemination during critical situations. The specialist will also provide support to UNICEF Country Offices in their communication efforts, coordinate with spokespersons and media, and contribute to campaigns and advocacy initiatives. Furthermore, the role involves fostering partnerships and supporting resource mobilization through strategic communication, conducting media monitoring and risk management, and overseeing monitoring and evaluation of communication activities.

Work Experience

Five years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in Communication, Broadcasting, Media, print, emergency communications, content development, campaign management, media monitoring, spokesperson, media relations, communication strategy, stakeholder engagement, or emergency situations. Field work experience and familiarity with emergency situations are required.

Skills

Media relations, Media networking, Content creation, Crisis management, Stakeholder engagement, Copywriting, Media strategy, Storytelling, Campaign management, Media monitoring, Spokesperson coordination, Emergency communication

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