Advocacy, Communication and Partnerships Specialist

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

In Mozambique, UNICEF works with Government and partners to deliver programmes that save lives and create the conditions that children need to survive and thrive, in safety and security. In Mozambique, UNICEF works with Government and partners to deliver programmes that save lives and create the conditions that children need to survive and thrive, in safety and security. UNICEF’s Country Programme of Cooperation with the Government of Mozambique (2022-2026) includes strong focus on northern and central Mozambique, and the provinces of Cabo Delgado, Nampula, Zambezia and Sofala. It is important for UNICEF to ensure high levels of visibility around work being carried out in these provinces in order to:

1. demonstrate to development partners and donors that UNICEF is delivering impact, on the ground, for children, and achieving agreed results with donor funding, and
2. reinforce UNICEF’s advocacy for children with Government and other partners, showcasing approaches that work and advocating investment of political and financial capital, resulting in scale up of approaches that work.

In addition to duty station specific vaccine requirements, appointments 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 appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers 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 contracts.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.

The UNV, who will be based in Pemba, Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique, will have a joint reporting line to the Chief of Advocacy, Communication and Partnerships (ACP) and Chief of Pemba Field Office.

The UNV will work with key internal and external stakeholders including team members from ACP Section; technical focal points from programme sections in Maputo, Chiefs of Field Office and technical focal points in Pemba and Nampula Field Offices, and other relevant internal and external stakeholders including government counterparts, to:

• Support the planning and execution of communication, advocacy and resource mobilization activities focusing on UNICEF programming in Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces. • Support collection of communication and advocacy content, including human interest stories, photography and video, beneficiary testimonials, focusing on UNICEF programming in Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces. • Support visits to Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces by development partners and donors, media outlets and journalists, professional videographers, and photographers, etc. • Provide support to office advocacy, communication, and partnerships activities (for Maputo Office and other Field Offices) as deemed necessary by technical Supervisor (Chief ACP).

Please note: While this position will be based in Pemba, Cabo Delgado, the UNV will be required to travel to Nampula Field Office on a regular basis, as needed, to effectively carry out the duties outlined above.

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management

national and/or international level in communication, journalism, photography/videography, international development, or other relevant fields; experience with the United Nations or national or international NGOs or development organizations, or other relevant organizations, is an asset; • Excellent Portuguese writing skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting and storytelling skills; Strong English language writing and general communication skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Experience in two or all of the following areas is a strong asset: • Photography and/or videography and photo/video editing; • Graphic design; • Media engagement; • Event planning; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in issues relating to children’s rights, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System

Pemba is a beach city located on the coast of Cabo Delgado Province. The climate is warm and tropical. Reasonable accommodation is available, and the town has numerous restaurants and hotels. Basic medical care is available through a number of clinics, while care for more serious issues is available at international hospitals in Maputo. Crime is an issue in some areas, with a recent increase in burglaries and robbery.

Mozambique is a unique country and Pemba is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.