Media Consultant – Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships

About the role

The Media Consultant will strengthen UNICEF Kenya’s relationships with national and international journalists and editors. The role focuses on securing media coverage for UNICEF’s child‑rights initiatives, highlighting donor contributions, and supporting public advocacy around key priorities, including the lead‑up to the 2027 national elections.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement media communication strategies to promote UNICEF programmes and advocacy messages.
• Engage with journalists and editors to secure coverage of children’s issues and UNICEF campaigns.
• Ensure visibility for major donors, specific programmes and election‑related media activities.
• Facilitate reporting on Country Programme results for 2026‑2027.
• Maintain and expand a database of media contacts and monitor media trends.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Mass Media, Communications, Development Studies or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in communication, print, broadcast or online media, preferably covering children’s issues.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili, both written and spoken.
• Proven ability to work in a multicultural team and understand UNICEF programmes.

Required skills

• Excellent writing skills for press releases and articles.
• Experience developing media communication strategies.
• Strong research, analysis and synthesis capabilities.

What we offer

• 12‑month consultancy contract.
• Remote work with travel opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.