Partnership and Communications Associate

UNDP works in over 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and advance sustainable development. Its work is guided by six signature solutions: poverty and inequality, governance, resilience, environment, energy, and gender equality.

UNDP re-opened its office in Doha in 2021 to strengthen strategic partnerships with the State of Qatar, Qatar Fund for Development, and national and global stakeholders, serving as a hub for innovative and transformative development solutions.

The Partnership & Communications Associate (UN Volunteer Specialist) will support UNDP Qatar's partnership priorities and visibility efforts. The role combines strategic partnerships, communications, advocacy, and digital engagement, contributing to UNDP's positioning and outreach in Qatar and globally.

Key Responsibilities

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the Head of Office on partnership strategies and engagements with Qatari and UNDP stakeholders
• Serve as focal point for partnership coordination across UNDP offices and national partners
• Support negotiation and preparation of partnership proposals and funding agreement templates
• Maintain partnership portfolios, databases, and performance tracking (Quantum)

Communications & Visibility

• Lead development and implementation of UNDP Qatar's communications strategy
• Manage social media platforms and coordinate content with partners
• Produce and disseminate partnership success stories, articles, and multimedia content
• Support high-level visits, strategic dialogues, and advocacy events with media coverage

Events, Reporting & Knowledge Management

• Coordinate advocacy events, UN observances, and national/international celebrations
• Produce partnership documentation, reports, lessons learned, and planning materials
• Support regular reporting, meeting documentation, and internal communications

Volunteerism & Outreach

• Contribute to UNV publications and knowledge products (EnglishArabic and ArabicEnglish)
• Support UNV activities, onboarding, and promotion of online volunteering

Requirements

Education

• Master's degree in Communications, Media, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in partnerships and communications
• Proven experience in communications strategy, social media management, and digital content creation
• Experience organizing high-level advocacy events and working with diverse stakeholders
• Prior experience with UN agencies, government, or development organizations is an asset

Languages

• English: Fluent (Required)
• Arabic: Fluent (Required)

Volunteer Living Allowance: currently US$ 2,880 to US$ 3,330

UN Volunteers serve full-time in their professional expertise, supported by a benefits package, including a monthly living allowance to ensure a secure standard of living at their duty stations. These allowances are not intended as compensation, reward, or salary for the volunteer's service.

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