Lead the Way in Advocacy: Join UN Women as a Work From Home Communications Consultant!

Empowering Voices: UN Women Work From Home Communications Consultant

Are you passionate about gender equality and women’s empowerment? Do you have expertise in communications, advocacy, and media relations? UN Women is seeking a talented individual to join their team as a Work From Home Communications Consultant in Tanzania. In this role, you will play a crucial part in amplifying Tanzania’s contributions to gender equality initiatives and driving awareness and implementation at both the local and national levels. Let’s explore this exciting opportunity in more detail.

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Lead the Way in Advocacy: Join UN Women as a Work From Home Communications Consultant!

About UN Women

UN Women is dedicated to the elimination of discrimination against women and girls and the promotion of gender equality worldwide. Grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, UN Women works across various sectors to empower women, ensure their rights are upheld, and achieve equality between women and men. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative efforts, UN Women leads initiatives to translate commitments on gender equality into tangible action.

The Generation Equality Forum in Tanzania

In collaboration with the Governments of France and Mexico, UN Women convened the Generation Equality Forum (GEF), a global partnership aimed at accelerating the full implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action and the Sustainable Development Goals. Tanzania has embraced the GEF, particularly the Action Coalition on Economic Justice and Rights, championed by the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Samia Suluhu Hassan.

The Action Coalition on Economic Justice and Rights aims to enhance measures such as investments in gender-responsive public and private quality care services, law and policy reforms, and the creation of decent work opportunities for women and young women. Tanzania’s commitments include expanding access to productive resources, designing gender-responsive macroeconomic plans, and reducing the number of women and girls living in poverty.

The Role of the Communications Consultant

As the Work From Home Communications Consultant, you will collaborate with UN Women Tanzania to support GEF localization and multi-stakeholder engagement through the execution of Tanzania’s GEF communications strategy. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Implementing the Communications Strategy: Develop and execute an annual communications plan to amplify Tanzania’s leadership role in the GEF and raise awareness of national commitments.
2. Content Development and Dissemination: Create compelling communications content for digital and non-digital platforms, including success stories related to Tanzania’s implementation of GEF commitments.
3. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, civil society organizations, and the private sector, to drive visibility and promote Generation Equality initiatives.
4. Media Relations: Manage media relations activities, including organizing press briefings, interviews, and coverage of events, to ensure accurate and positive media coverage of GEF efforts.
5. Social Media and Digital Marketing: Develop and implement a monthly social media content plan and create digital marketing materials to promote Generation Equality achievements.

Competencies and Required Experience

To excel in this role, you should demonstrate the following competencies and experience:

• Core Values: Respect for Diversity, Integrity, Professionalism
• Core Competencies: Gender Sensitivity, Accountability, Creative Problem Solving, Effective Communication, Inclusive Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Leading by Example
• Functional Competencies: Excellent communication skills, Understanding of production and graphic design standards, Knowledge of social media platforms, Familiarity with Tanzania’s media landscape, Strategic thinking, Knowledge of gender equality issues

You should possess a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, along with at least six years of practical experience in communications, advocacy, and media relations, particularly in the development sector.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit the following documents:

1. Personal CV and UN Women P-11 Form.
2. A cover letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for further assessment.

Conclusion

If you’re passionate about advancing gender equality and empowering women and girls, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Join UN Women in Tanzania as a Work From Home Communications Consultant and contribute to the realization of Generation Equality commitments. Apply now and be part of the movement towards a more inclusive and equitable world.

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