About UNFPA

UNFPA, the United Nations Sexual and Reproductive Health agency, works towards a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA Malaysia plays a key role in gender equality, women’s empowerment, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and youth development.

Duration: 5 months (subject to extension), Begin 1st March 2025

Scope of Work

The Communications Coordinator will:
✔ Develop and implement strategic communications to enhance UNFPA’s visibility.
✔ Manage media, digital platforms, and public advocacy campaigns.
✔ Work with vendors, agencies, and partners to develop advocacy materials and social
media content.
✔ Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders including government, media, and donors.
✔ Oversee content creation for the UNFPA Malaysia website and social media.
✔ Support the Representative’s Office with strategic communications.
✔ Represent UNFPA Malaysia on the UN Communication Group and other UN/UNFPA
country, regional, and global communication groups.
✔ Ensure impactful coverage, documentation, and communication of events to mark select
international days, field missions, and UNFPA-supported programmes.
✔ Identify and leverage opportunities to strengthen positioning and visibility of UNFPA’s
mandate areas using multiple communication mediums, including documentaries..

Deliverables

• Published UNFP events, campaigns, and success stories across digital, print, and broadcast media.
• Development o social media content (Reels, graphics, newsletters, reports, and fact sheets).
• Strengthen media partnerships and stakeholder engagement.
• Manage website and social media platforms with regular content updates.
• Coordinated with regional and global UNFPA offices on communications-related work.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Communications, Media Relations, Journalism, or related social sciences.
• Experience & Skills:
  • Minimum 3 years in communications, media, advocacy, or partnerships.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills.
  • Experience in digital and social media content creation.
  • Strong skills in public relations, stakeholder engagement, and media relations.
  • Photographic and documentary skills.
  • Proficiency in graphic design, video editing, and content management systems (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro is a plus).
• Language: Fluent in English; working knowledge of Bahasa Melayu is desirable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their CV and P11 Form to Shahjahan@unfpa.org and noorheshamuddin@unfpa.org by 2nd March 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussions.

If you require further information about the Consultancy, please do reach out for the detailed description Term of Reference.