Deadline to apply is 17 November 2026

Description of assignment title

Communications and Resource Mobilisation Associate

Assignment country

India

Duty stations

Bhubaneshwar

Work location

On UN premises

Expected start date

01/12/2026

Duration

12 months (with possibility of extension)

Host entity

UNFPA

Modality

Onsite

Type

National

Volunteer category

Specialist UCoS from Apr2026

Work schedule

Full-time

Number of Assignments

1

Task description

Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Head of State Office (Odisha) and in close coordination with the UNFPA India Country Office Communications and RM/Partnership Unit, the Communications and Resource Mobilisation Associate will:

A. Communications

- Support the execution of the state-specific 360 degree communications and media strategy.
- Draft, edit, and design communication materials (e.g., factsheets, presentations, leaflets, infographics) using tools such as Canva (proficiency in Adobe Suite or any other AI tool is an advantage).
- Develop compelling content documenting UNFPA’s work, including success stories, human-interest pieces, and testimonials for reports, newsletters, UNFPA website and external communication as per the template provided by the Country Office Communications Unit
- Provide inputs for finalizing communication materials (toolkits, manuals, BCC materials) developed with implementing partners.
- Develop and maintain a database of media contacts (journalists, media houses) in Odisha.
- Coordinate with the Country Office Communications Unit to amplify programmatic impact and events on social media platforms; draft relevant content.
- Support the organization and coordination of events, campaigns, workshops, press conferences, and media briefings.
- Maintain an organized repository of communication assets (photos, videos, publications) with thematic categorization and proper referencing.




- Support photo and video documentation of program activities (basic/intermediate photography and video editing skills are an asset).

B. Resource Mobilization Support
- Contribute to the implementation of the resource mobilization strategy of UNFPA India.
- Research and map potential donors, foundations, and funding opportunities .
- Assist in drafting concept notes and funding proposals in co-ordination with State and Country office colleagues
- Support the State and Country Office team in engaging with Government departments for potential financing.
- Support the organization of donor meetings and maintain a partner/donor database.
- Assist in preparing donor reports related to fund utilization.
- Contribute to developing communication materials specifically for fundraising.
- Support the preparation of pitch decks, donor profiles, and talking points for senior leadership ahead of partner engagements.
- Support private sector engagement efforts, including due diligence processes and landscape mapping.

C. Other Duties:
- Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Relevant experience

4 years

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Social Work, Social Sciences or a related field.

Skills and experience

- Atleast 04 years of relevant skilled experience in communications, media relations, or public relations.
- Experience in journalism, the non-profit sector, or communications agencies is desirable.
- Experience developing content for various platforms, including social media.
- Experience supporting photo and video documentation assignments is preferred.
- Experience in Partnership and Resource Mobilization will be preferred.
- Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in standard office software. Proficiency with design software (e.g., Canva) is required; Adobe Creative Suite proficiency is an advantage.
- Basic/intermediate photography and video editing skills are an asset

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