Communication and Advocacy Officer
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does, with a focus on equity for the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families.
Job Purpose
The Communication and Advocacy Officer will support the development and implementation of advocacy and communication strategies in the Maldives Country Office. This role is crucial for raising awareness about child rights issues, fostering public and political commitment to UNICEF’s mandate, and strengthening UNICEF’s brand and credibility. The officer will work under the guidance of the Communication and Advocacy Specialist to ensure effective communication and advocacy efforts that promote the rights and well-being of children and adolescents in the Maldives, contributing to UNICEF's overall mission and equity strategy.
Responsibilities
Under the guidance of the Advocacy and Communications Specialist, the Communication and Advocacy Officer will be responsible for strategic communication and advocacy initiatives. This includes developing and implementing communication plans, creating compelling content for various platforms, and managing digital dissemination to reach target audiences. The role involves fostering partnerships and engaging with youth to amplify child rights messages and mobilize support. Additionally, the officer will provide cross-cutting support to the Country Office's priorities, ensuring that communication and advocacy efforts are integrated and aligned with broader programme objectives. Key accountabilities include managing stakeholder coordination and engagement, particularly with youth, to ensure their voices are heard and incorporated into advocacy efforts. The officer will also contribute to strengthening UNICEF's organizational credibility and visibility through consistent and impactful communication.
Work Experience
At least 1 year of relevant work experience in Communication, Publishing, Media, Programme Communication, advocacy, media relations, social media, content development, multimedia production, stakeholder engagement, strategic partnerships, or youth engagement.
Skills
Strategic communication, Cross-sector collaboration, Digital content development, Digital content dissemination, Stakeholder coordination and engagement, Youth engagement, Media relations, Social media management, Content creation, Multimedia production, Partnership building, Advocacy