Advocacy Officer, NO-A, FT, Brasilia, Brazil #129137

Job no: 577246
Position type: Fixed Term Appointment
Location: Brazil
Division/Equivalent: Latin America and Caribbean Regional Off
School/Unit: Brazil
Department/Office: Brasilia, Brazil
Categories: Communication

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UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. 

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.  

UNICEF is a place where careers are built, we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. 

 Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. 

 For every child, an advocate 

Since 1950, UNICEF has supported the most important transformation for children and adolescents in Brazil. UNICEF Brazil with its main office in Brasília and nine field offices UNICEF works in close partnership with national and sub-national governments, corporate partners, youth, and civil society organizations. 

 For information on the work of our organization in Brazil, please visit our website: UNICEF Brazil.  

 How can you make a difference? 

As an Advocacy Officer, and under the guidance of the Communication Specialist, you will support the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of effective, integrated advocacy and communication strategies across UNICEF Brazil. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across UNICEF, as well as with external partners and will support effective advocacy and communication at national and sub-national level. 

 Your key deliverables include: 

  1. You will assist in creating effective advocacy and communication strategies that achieve specific, measurable outcomes, working closely with an Advocacy and Media Specialist. Provide technical support across all advocacy stages by executing and administering a variety of technical advocacy transactions, preparing documentation, and following organizational processes to strengthen strategic efforts.  

  1. In monitoring and delivering Advocacy and Communication results, you will implement advocacy strategies by supporting tactics such as tracking advocacy assets, drafting briefs, press releases, and articles, and organizing media events. Collaborate with team members and partners to gather and analyze strategy-related information, and actively participate in evaluations, reviews, and reporting to support follow-up actions.  

  1. You will provide timely support in building media relations by managing contacts and relationships with journalists across print, TV, radio, and digital channels to amplify UNICEF’s advocacy priorities. You will conduct surveys, share insights, and report on critical issues, ensuring challenges are addressed swiftly for impactful results.  

  1. You will support the delivery of key projects and workstreams by developing and tracking project plans, identifying barriers, and supporting efficient budget management, including projections and monitoring to ensure smooth operations.  

  1. In advocacy capacity building, you will document and share best practices in advocacy to enhance the internal capacity of UNICEF, contributing to a stronger advocacy impact organization-wide.  

  1. It will be required focus on stakeholder engagement, where you will research and maintain a database of current and potential advocacy partners, supporting effective information flow and relationship management to foster key alliances essential for advocacy success.  

  1. As additional responsibilities you may take on other tasks as needed to support the overall goals of the Communication and Advocacy Section.   

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

  • Education - University degree (Bachelor's degree) in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field.   

  • Experience – One year of practical professional work experience in advocacy, communication, print and broadcast media, or digital media is required.  

Desirable: 

  • Demonstrated strong writing and interpersonal communication skills.  
  • Proven experience in developing and monitoring advocacy strategies for social causes.
  • Knowledge and experience with issues related to children's and adolescents' rights.
  • Previous experience in the UN is an asset. 
 
  •  Language - Fluency in Portuguese and English. Knowledge of Spanish is an asset. 

 

For every Child, you demonstrate... 

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values 

 

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are... 

  • Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1) 

  • Works Collaboratively with others (1) 

  • Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1) 

  • Innovates and Embraces Change (1) 

  • Thinks and Acts Strategically (1) 

  • Drive to achieve impactful results (1) 

  • Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) 

 

Click here to learn more about UNICEF’s values and competencies. 

Child Safeguarding 

This position does not have a child safeguarding concerns. Child safeguarding involves proactive measures to limit direct and indirect collateral risks of harm to children, arising from UNICEF’s work, UNICEF personnel, or UNICEF associates. The risks may include those associated with: physical violence (including corporal punishment); sexual violence, exploitation or abuse; emotional and verbal abuse; economic exploitation; failure to provide for physical or psychological safety; neglect of physical, emotional, or psychological needs; harmful cultural practices; and privacy violations. 

Remarks: 

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF.  

  • UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates from diverse populations (afro-descendants, indigenous, LGBTQIA+ and other minorities) are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to supporting inclusion and diversity within UNICEF Brazil.  

  • We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. 

  • UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

  • 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. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will 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. 

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

  • This job opportunity is presential and for Brazilians only or candidates who have the legal right to work in Brazil. 

 

Advertised: E. South America Standard Time
Application close: E. South America Standard Time

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