Job description

Contract Details

This is an 11-month contract position operating remotely, based in Delhi, India. The role is open exclusively to Indian nationals.

About UNICEF and YuWaah

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries to safeguard children's rights and support their growth from early childhood through adolescence. The organization offers professional development opportunities within a diverse, mission-driven culture focused on child rights and welfare.

YuWaah, part of UNICEF's Generation Unlimited initiative, is India's multi-stakeholder platform that links government, civil society, private sector, and youth to enhance learning, skills development, employment, and entrepreneurship for young people aged 10–24. It emphasizes creating scalable and locally relevant solutions, impacting over 100 million youth nationwide.

Role Overview

The Communications and Marketing Consultant will strengthen YuWaah's presence as a national thought leader on youth-related development, and lead strategic communication and marketing efforts to amplify its outreach. Reporting to the Chief of YuWaah and under the guidance of the Program Manager, the consultant will develop cohesive messaging, storytelling campaigns, and targeted communication materials for diverse stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Position YuWaah as a foremost influencer in youth development, skilling, livelihoods, volunteering, and climate action through clear, aligned narratives.
Create compelling communication assets including reports, case studies, digital content, presentations, and press releases that highlight program results and impact.
Develop targeted communication strategies for governments, donors, private sector partners, youth, and the ecosystem to enhance engagement and trust.
Enhance digital and social media presence via platform-specific storytelling and engagement tactics.
Plan and execute flagship campaigns, launches, observances, and events, managing media outreach and public relations activities.

Qualification and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
At least 5 years of experience in communications, campaign development, or content production focused on youth initiatives.
Proven expertise managing multi-channel national or multi-stakeholder youth campaigns across social media, editorial, and video platforms.
Experience coordinating with creative agencies and producing high-quality visual and multimedia communications.
Fluency in English and Hindi is mandatory.

Skills and Competencies

Excellent storytelling and content creation abilities for diverse audiences including government, private sector, and donors.
Familiarity with digital tools such as Canva, Trello, and social media analytics.
Strong independent working capability in fast-paced environments, managing multiple priorities effectively.
Desirable: prior involvement with UN or multilateral bodies and development sector collaborations.

Core Values and Policies

Applicants should demonstrate UNICEF's core values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability—as these principles guide all operations. UNICEF promotes inclusivity, diversity, and equal opportunities, discouraging any discrimination or misconduct. A thorough background check including credentials and employment history verification is mandatory.

Application Process

Candidates should submit an updated profile, CV, cover letter, a technical proposal with communication samples, and a financial proposal in line with specified templates. UNICEF does not levy any fees during recruitment and only contacts shortlisted applicants.