Advocacy and Communications Specialist (Fixed‑Term)

About the role

The Advocacy and Communications Specialist leads UNICEF Iraq’s Advocacy and Communication section, overseeing a small team and driving public advocacy initiatives that promote children’s and women’s rights across the country.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor public advocacy strategies aligned with programme outcomes and UNICEF’s global priorities.
• Manage communication and media relations, ensuring consistent messaging and visibility for UNICEF’s work.
• Network with government, civil society, donors and other stakeholders to build partnerships and amplify advocacy impact.
• Coordinate national, regional and global campaigns, including disaster risk reduction and humanitarian advocacy.
• Lead monitoring and evaluation of advocacy activities and produce regular reports.
• Supervise a Communication Officer and a Communication Associate, providing coaching and capacity‑building.
• Engage with internal and external partners to ensure coordinated messaging.

Required profile

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Sciences or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in communication, media, international development, humanitarian assistance or advocacy.
• Proven supervisory experience and ability to manage a small team.
• Fluent in English and Arabic; knowledge of an additional UN language is a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term appointment with a competitive UN benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence policy and protect the rights of children and women in Iraq.
• Professional development within a global humanitarian organization.