Advocacy Consultant

Reposition UNICEF India's advocacy agenda for the 2027–2032 Country Programme by synthesizing programme evidence, analysing political economy and policy entry points, defining advocacy priorities and influencing pathways, and embedding advocacy frameworks into programme design and results systems.

Department: India Country Office, Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships

• Synthesize evaluations, programme reviews and lessons from the current programme cycle
• Conduct political economy and policy analyses of child-rights enablers and barriers
• Map stakeholders, constraints and entry points for future advocacy
• Develop strategic options for positioning advocacy in the new Country Programme
• Prepare thematic position papers with clear advocacy asks
• Create tools and guidance for integrating advocacy into planning and monitoring
• Produce synthesis reports on lessons, good practices and future recommendations

• Master's degree in public policy, political science, development studies, international relations, social sciences, communications or a related field
• At least seven years of experience in advocacy, public policy, governance, stakeholder engagement or strategic communications
• Understanding of child-rights advocacy, public policy processes and India's policy landscape
• English fluency

• Office-based consultancy in New Delhi
• Assignment supports preparation of UNICEF India's 2027–2032 Country Programme