Chief of Communication

Leads UNICEF DRC's communication and advocacy strategy, managing media engagement, partnerships, campaigns, resource mobilisation support and team resources to advance results for children.

Department: Communication and Advocacy Section

• Develop and lead the country office communication strategy and workplan
• Manage media relations across print, television, radio, web and other channels
• Build networks with partners, groups and forums that support communication objectives
• Manage celebrity relations and special events that support country programme goals
• Integrate UNICEF global communication priorities and campaigns into local action
• Support country and global fundraising through advocacy and communication activities
• Manage communication team human and financial resources
• Evaluate communication results and provide professional advice to the representative and programme team

• Advanced university degree in communications, journalism, public relations or a related field
• Internal UNICEF fixed-term, continuing or permanent staff may substitute a relevant first-level university degree plus two additional years of relevant experience
• At least ten years of progressively responsible relevant professional work experience
• International and national work experience in developed and developing countries
• Professional experience in communication, print, broadcast or new media
• Background or familiarity with emergency situations
• Fluency in English and French

• Fixed-term appointment for 24 months
• This is a re-advertisement
• Elevated child safeguarding vetting may apply
• International professional appointment may require host-country visa and medical clearance