The
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
opportunity is now open for qualified communications , journalism, development studies, English, and international relations professionals.
This
UNICEF consultant position
is based in Florence, Italy, but offers a
remote/work-from-home arrangement
for a period of three months.
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The consultancy is hosted by UNICEF's Office of Strategy and Evidence (OSE) – Innocenti and focuses on strategic communication, digital content, SEO, data analytics, and outreach related to the
International Statistical Classification of Alternative Care of Children (ICare)
.
Applications for the
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
position are invited until
9 September ****
.
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The
UNICEF Communications Consultant
will work within the Child Protection and Development Data Unit (CPDD), part of UNICEF's Data and Analytics Section.
The consultant will support the development and dissemination of communications products designed to increase awareness, visibility, and uptake of ICare.
The role combines
communications, digital marketing, SEO, data analytics, content development, and advocacy
.
Opportunity Details
Organization:
UNICEF
Position:
Communications Consultant
Job Number:
******
Duty Station:
Florence, Italy
Work Arrangement:
Remote / Work from home
Contract Type:
Consultant
Contract Duration:
3 months
Functional Area:
Research, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Level:
Consultancy
Required Experience:
At least 7 years
Education:
Master's degree or equivalent
Language:
Fluency in English
Deadline:
9 September ****
About the UNICEF Communications Consultant Position
The
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
position has been created to support communications and outreach surrounding ICare, a new international statistical classification relating to alternative care of children.
The selected
UNICEF communications consultant
will help develop a comprehensive communication strategy and create content that makes technical information accessible to different audiences.
The position is particularly suitable for experienced communications professionals who have worked with
UN data, digital platforms, advocacy, SEO, analytics, and international development communications
.
Because the consultancy is home-based, qualified professionals can perform the assignment remotely while working with UNICEF teams and partners connected to the Florence-based Office of Strategy and Evidence.
Key Responsibilities
The successful
UNICEF Communications Consultant
will be responsible for several communications and digital activities.
1. Develop a Communications Plan
The consultant will develop a comprehensive
ICare communications plan
outlining important activities, outputs, and timelines.
The plan will help UNICEF achieve strategic visibility and increase outreach surrounding ICare.
2.



Create Strategic Communications Products
The consultant will prepare communications and outreach materials, including:
Video scripts
Advocacy materials
Other strategic communications products
The content should communicate technical subjects in a clear and accessible manner.
3. Manage Digital Content
The
UNICEF consultant
will assist with curated digital content for an ICare microsite hosted on UNICEF's data platform.
Responsibilities include supporting:
Messaging consistency
Branding
Coordination with external vendors
4. Use SEO and Analytics
A major component of the
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
role involves improving online visibility.
The consultant will use
SEO and analytics tools
to increase search relevance, visibility, and sustained audience engagement.
The consultant will also evaluate communication activities using data-driven insights and recommend improvements.
5. Support Events and Advocacy
The consultant will support communications before, during, and after important ICare events.
This may include supporting communications for an online foundational training on ICare and coordinating with internal UNICEF teams and external partners.
Applicants interested in the
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
opportunity must meet the minimum qualifications.
Educational Requirements
Applicants should have a
Master's degree or equivalent
in one of the following areas:
Applicants must have
at least seven years of progressively responsible experience
in data-focused communications roles.
Experience should demonstrate successful work in:
Experience working within a UN or similar international development context is particularly relevant to this
UNICEF consultant position
.
Skills and Expertise
The
UNICEF Communications Consultant
should have strong technical and communication skills.
Important areas of expertise include:
Communication reporting frameworks
Tableau
Power BI
Drupal
WordPress
Digital marketing
SEO
Data analytics
Strong writing skills are also essential.
The successful consultant must be able to transform technical information into
clear, accurate, and accessible communication content
.
Language Requirement
Fluency in English is required
for the UNICEF Communications Consultant position.
Applicants should have excellent written communication skills because the consultancy involves preparing blog posts, scripts, digital content, advocacy materials, and other communications products.
UNICEF Consultant Benefits and Work Arrangement
The
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
position offers a
home-based/remote work arrangement
.
Key conditions include:
Remote work:
Home-based consultancy




International organization:
Opportunity to work with UNICEF
Professional experience:
Exposure to data-focused international development communications
Digital experience:
Work involving SEO, analytics, websites, and digital platforms
Communications experience:
Strategic outreach and advocacy work
Contract:
3-month consultancy
The vacancy information does not provide a fixed salary or stipend.
Applicants are instead required to submit a
separate financial proposal
as part of the application.
Documents Required to Apply
Qualified applicants should prepare the required application documents before applying for the
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
position.
Applicants are required to submit:
An updated UNICEF Talent Management System (TMS) profile
Applicants should ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their communications experience, particularly experience related to
data communication, digital marketing, SEO, analytics, advocacy, and international development
.
Important UNICEF Recruitment Information
UNICEF states that it
does not charge applicants any processing fee
during recruitment, selection, hiring, interview, validation, appointment, or training.
Applicants should also be cautious of fraudulent recruitment messages.
UNICEF will not ask candidates for their bank account information as part of the recruitment process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
Why Apply for This UNICEF Consultant Opportunity?
The
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
opportunity provides an opportunity for an experienced communications professional to contribute to an international initiative involving child protection, data, research, and development.
The role is especially relevant to professionals with a combination of
communications and data skills
.
Candidates who understand SEO, digital marketing, web content, analytics, data visualization, and advocacy can use this consultancy to contribute to UNICEF's efforts to increase the visibility and uptake of ICare.
The
remote UNICEF consultant position
may also appeal to professionals seeking an international consultancy that can be performed from a home-based location.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
position is:
9 September ****
The vacancy was advertised on
26 August ****
.
Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and ensure that all required documents, including the financial proposal, are complete.
Final Note
The
UNICEF Communications Consultant ****
is a three-month, home-based consultancy for an experienced communications professional with strong expertise in digital communications, SEO, data analytics, advocacy, and international development.
With a deadline of
9 September ****
, eligible candidates should carefully review the requirements and submit a complete application through UNICEF's official recruitment portal.
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