International Consultant: Communication, Cambodia

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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 fulfill their potential.

For every child, communication

UNICEF started operation in Cambodia in 1952 and opened first country office in 1973 in Phnom Penh. More information on what we do in Cambodia is available at https://www.unicef.org/cambodia/.

How can you make a difference?

UNICEF Cambodia is looking for a short-term Communication professional to lead the development, implementation and evaluation of the World Children’s Day 2021 activities as described in the terms of reference.

Under the general guidance of the Chief of Communication, this role is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the WCD young people’s capacity-building programme, identifying and onboarding mentors, supporting the planning and execution of the WCD high level moment, and developing the final evaluation report of the programme.

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

• At least 1 year of progressive experience in project management with a focus on communications, advocacy, youth empowerment/youth work, or community development
• Excellent writing skills in the English language with the ability to ‘de-jargon’ technical language for a wider audience
• Demonstrable experience working with a variety of stakeholders, including young people, volunteers, influencers, activists and private sector partners
• Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to nurture relationships with stakeholders
• Experience in capacity building initiatives for young people or mentoring programmes
• Outstanding skills in organisation and coordination with a strong drive for results
• Knowledge of effective monitoring and evaluation practices
• Knowledge and understanding of Cambodia and its development context
• Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF's mission
• Experience developing application processes and selection criteria is an advantage
• Experience planning and managing events is an advantage
• Experience working with UNICEF or other development organisations is a plus.

Please find the details term of reference for this assignment Terms of reference (communication consultant).pdf

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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.

Remarks:

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.