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Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. 

And we never give up. 

For every child, a future

Under the general guidance of the Communication Chief and Communication Specialist and working closely with team leads within the Communication Centre and Strategy, Partnership and Knowledge Management Centre (SPKC), the consultancy will focus on communication support for supply partnerships at the Supply Division (SD). This includes designing and supporting the implementation of joint communication plans and frameworks; multi-country coordination for communication planning and content gathering; partnership communication capacity building; and coordinating the development of communication assets and materials. The consultancy entails close collaboration with Private Sector, Fundraising and Partnerships teams, UNICEF national committees and regional and country offices, and supports the management of reputational risk, related to supply partnerships.

Scope of Work:

The Partnership Communication consultant will be responsible for:

1. Developing communication plans and packages e.g. communication plans, scripts, social media assets, key messages, Q&A documents, talking points etc., for supply partnerships and supply investment cases in close collaboration with communication, partnership and other Supply Division focal points, as well as with focal points from relevant National Committees, UNICEF regional and country offices.

2. Overseeing the implementation of agreed communication plans and activities, in alignment between UNICEF SD, other UNICEF offices, and partners. This includes liaising with other UNICEF divisions including the Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) Division and the Global Communication and Advocacy (GCA) Division.

3. Organizing and facilitating partnership communication meetings to develop and follow up on partnership communication frameworks and plans, and supporting with on-site events

4. Supporting partnership communication requirements of new high-value partners and participating in meetings to facilitate general alignment across priorities, workstreams and offices.

5. Supporting the management of reputational risks relating to partnerships.

How can you make a difference?

Work assignment / Deliverables:

The specific deliverables include:

1. Development of a Supply Division-specific partnership tiering document, parameters and opportunities
Expected outcome: A structured framework that categorizes partners based on engagement potential and strategic relevance, with clear parameters for each tier and identified opportunities per category.
Timeline: June 2025 (Estimated 10% dedication of total consultancy).

2. DG ECHO communication plan deliverables.
Expected outcome: A comprehensive communication plan aligned with DG ECHO milestones (May, July, September), including a detailed content calendar, multimedia content (social media cards, short videos, etc.), media outreach plans, and support for key events. A concise report on communication deliverables to be provided end of September.
Timeline: May, July and September 2025 (Estimated 10% dedication of total consultancy).

3. Partnership communication plans (ADEPT, HTLA, DSV, CMA CGM, Flexport, and others)
Expected outcome: Tailored communication plans and deliverables for each priority partner, including visibility materials, storytelling assets, messaging and stakeholder engagement. In addition to partner engagement and meeting notes and actions.
Timeline: Throughout the consultancy (Estimated 45% dedication of total consultancy).

4. Communication plan and packages for SD investment cases.
Expected outcome: A set of strategic communication products and messaging aligned to the investment cases, designed to support donor engagement and advocacy. This will include visual assets, briefs and dissemination plans.
Timeline: September 2025 (Estimated 20% dedication of total consultancy).

There is a possibility of travel during the assignment on a per need basis and this will be paid by UNICEF, will be covered separately by UNICEF and not included in the lump sum fee.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• A first-level university degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Social Sciences, Arts, or related fields is required.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in the following fields: Communications, Public Relations, Account/Client Management, Sales, Marketing, Fundraising, or Advertising is required. Including at least two years of experience at the international level is desirable. Previous HQ, regional or country office experience is an asset.
  Experience working in partnership contexts is required. Strong experience in working with a diverse group of stakeholders, across cross-cultural markets is an advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to write press releases, develop communication plans, commission multimedia content and familiarity with social media as a marketing tool are requirements.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision is required.
• Strong project management experience working across cross-functional environments is desired.
• Familiarity with UNICEF and its systems and ways of working is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
• Occasional travel may be required.

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are requested to submit:

• Cover letter/application.
• Daily rate and all-inclusive lumpsum for this consultancy.
• At least 3 Reference contacts.
• A copy of your highest diploma.
• Portfolio of sample work (portfolio of work), of at least 3 samples of previous work. Sample works can include communication plans, communications frameworks, social media plans and assets, press releases or articles written, key messages, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), briefing notes or talking points. Applications submitted without at least 3 samples of work will not be considered.

For every Child, you demonstrate… 

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS). 

To view our competency framework, please visit  here. 

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

Remarks:  

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws. 

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.