Child Poverty Advocacy International Consultant
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 purpose of this assignment is to provide advocacy expertise and coordination support to the implementation of UNICEF’s global advocacy strategy, including related partnership activities. The consultant will also provide technical assistance to the Child Poverty team at regional and country levels for child poverty advocacy efforts. This role is crucial for advancing UNICEF's mission to protect children's rights and improve their well-being by influencing policy and fostering collaborative partnerships. The consultant will play a key role in translating complex policy concepts into actionable advocacy messages and supporting evidence-based strategies to address child poverty globally.
Responsibilities
Provide expertise and coordination for the implementation of UNICEF’s global advocacy strategy, focusing on child poverty. Support and coordinate partnership activities related to the global advocacy strategy. Offer technical assistance to the Child Poverty team at regional and country levels for child poverty advocacy initiatives. Translate technical policy concepts into clear and powerful advocacy messages for diverse audiences. Liaise with government officials and international development agencies to build support for child poverty reduction efforts. Coordinate inter-agency initiatives to enhance the impact of advocacy campaigns. Contribute to the written analysis and documentation of public policy work related to child poverty. Assist in managing and synthesizing evidence to inform advocacy strategies. Develop and maintain knowledge management platforms related to child poverty advocacy. Support the development and execution of advocacy plans, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's overall goals and objectives. Monitor and report on the progress and impact of advocacy activities.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in policy advocacy. Experience in written analysis/documentation of public policy work. Experience in translating technical policy concepts into clear advocacy messages. Experience liaising with government and international development agencies, and coordinating inter-agency initiatives.
Skills
Advocacy expertise, Coordination, Partnership development, Technical assistance, Policy analysis, Communication (written and verbal), Inter-agency coordination, Knowledge management, Project management, Report writing, Strategic planning, Results-driven