Mission and objectivesUNFPA, the United Nations Population Fund, is a voluntary-funded international organization with a presence in over 150 countries, including Nepal. UNFPA is guided by the Programme of Action of the 1994 Cairo International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and the Sustainable Development Goals. Its mission is to ensure that every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young personโs potential is fulfilled. The work of UNFPA is based on the premise that all human beings are entitled to equal rights and protections. We focus on women and young people because these are groups whose ability to exercise their right to sexual and reproductive health is often compromised. Our work is informed by an understanding of population dynamics, human rights and cultural sensitivity.
ContextUNFPA has been operating in Nepal since 1971, partnering with federal, provincial, and local governments, civil society organizations, and development partners to ensure equitable access to sexual and reproductive health services, especially for women, adolescents, and marginalized groups. The current Ninth Country Programme (2023โ2027) is aligned with Nepalโs national development priorities, the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action, the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women CEDAW), the UNFPA Strategic Plan (2022โ2025), and the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is administered by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). 2 Framework (UNSDCF 2023โ2027). UNFPA Nepalโs approach integrates rights-based, gender-transformative strategies and focuses on strengthening health systems, enhancing demand for services among vulnerable populations, mainstreaming gender and population dynamics into development planning, and ensuring timely and effective humanitarian response. Through its work, UNFPA contributes to building a more inclusive, equitable, and resilient society, leaving no one behind. Under UNFPAโs mandate to ensure rights and choices for all, communication is a vital instrument to advocate for sexual and reproductive health and rights, influence policy, and mobilize action. Through compelling storytelling and strong visual and digital content, communication brings to life UNFPAโs mission to deliver a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe, and every young personโs potential is fulfilled. High-quality multimedia materials are essential to showcase the realities faced by women, girls and young people, amplify their voices, and document UNFPAโs work in protecting their health, safety and dignity. The Communications team ensures that donor and government contributions are recognized through the creation of engaging and brand-compliant content which include stories, videos, photographs, infographics, reports and visibility materials that highlight impact, foster trust, and advance UNFPAโs global mandate.
Task DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of Communications Analyst, the incumbent will carry out the following tasks: Support the implementation of UNFPAโs communication and visibility plans. Contribute to the development and application of UNFPAโs branding and visibility guidelines, ensuring consistent use of style and messaging across all documents, materials and platforms. Collect and draft human-interest stories that highlight UNFPAโs key priorities in sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, population and development, and humanitarian response, with field coverage across programme provinces. Coordinate the production of high-quality multimedia content including photos, videos, and digital materials for use on UNFPAโs social media channels, websites, events, and publications. Facilitate photo and video storytelling workshops that engage adolescents, youth, and community members to amplify their voices and experiences. Support field missions, advocacy events, and high-level visits with appropriate communication, documentation and visibility materials. Prepare text and visuals for UNFPA Nepalโs social media and digital communication platforms. Design and produce infographics, factsheets, and other visual assets to communicate key results and evidence of impact. Additional tasks: Support the organization of capacity-building sessions for project teams, field offices, and implementing partners on communications, storytelling, photography, videography, and brand compliance. โข Assist in co-creation sessions that enhance local capacity for content production, ensuring alignment with UNFPAโs tone of voice, brand identity, and mandate to ensure rights and choices for all. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: โข Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); โข Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; โข Provide annual and end of assignment self- reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. โข Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; โข Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; โข Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Competencies and valuesUnderstand UNFPAโs overall vision and mission, and how it relates to external stakeholders, including media, partners, donors, NGOs and other priority audiences. Encourage a culture of communicating regularly and lead by example, communicating externally by being proactive and using โone voiceโ, and internally by sharing best practices and knowledge among offices and teams. Prioritize strategic communication by creating and seizing external and internal opportunities to convey UNFPAโs unified messaging to priority audiences, towards increased awareness of issues and the visibility of the organization. Understand and use (as appropriate) communication channels to share information and exchange knowledge. Exemplify โspeaking with one voiceโ by pro-actively sharing communication best practices and case studies that illustrate UNFPAโs vision and mission internally across the organization. Empower staff to communicate UNFPAโs vision and programming activities both internally and externally. Stay informed of corporate priorities and initiatives by regularly visiting and participating in internal communication channels and events. Participate in available communication-focused trainings, including speaking with the media, understanding digital media, communication basics, etc., to enhance knowledge and skills. Remain aware of and systematically execute external and/or internal communication responsibilities, including proper use of use of communication systems and protocols across all levels. Embrace and promote opportunities to speak to priority audiences using UNFPAโs unified messaging to increase awareness of issues and the visibility of the organization. Use terminology or an approach that is appropriate for the audience and content Connect with colleagues in other offices in the Regional Offices, Country Offices, Subregional Offices and Headquarters. Maintain regular communication or contact with key stakeholders Make the effort to keep updated with new communication technologies Core Competency: Working in Teams/Managing Ourselves and Relationships Are aware of and accept their role, and constructively contribute to the work of the team. Actively seek to work collaboratively with colleagues inside UNFPA as well as UNFPA partners and stakeholders to pursue common goals. Take action to resolve sources of tension or obstacles that may prevent a team from achieving its goals, striving for win-win solutions. Integrate the ideas of team members into their thinking, leverage the experiences and expertise of team members to achieve better and more innovative outcomes. Foster team spirit and contribution to shared objectives, creating an environment of trust and shared ownership. Speak positively of fellow team members outside the team. Are reliable and supportive of other team members, welcome requests for assistance and help others succeed. Keep team members informed of issues that impact them and consistently seek and give feedback. Are honest and transparent with themselves and others. Tolerate conditions of stress, uncertainty or ambiguity, and continue to maintain a positive outlook and work productively. Are realistic about their own limits, using support mechanisms as needed and maintaining an appropriate work-life balance. Create a climate of enthusiasm and flexibility, where people feel encouraged to give their best.
Living conditions and remarksKathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is categorized as a B duty station by the United Nations, indicating a family-duty station with generally good living conditions. A wide range of affordable accommodation options is available, including both furnished and unfurnished apartments. The city offers access to both local and imported goods, with numerous supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops, and social venues catering to diverse preferences. Public transportation is readily available, and taxis are common and reasonably priced. However, environmental challenges such as air pollution and water quality persist. It is advisable to use filtered drinking water and to wear a face mask, particularly in high-traffic or dusty areas. Healthcare services are available in Kathmandu, with a number of hospitals and clinics offering basic and specialized care. While the city is relatively safe, standard precautions should always be observed. Overall, Kathmandu offers a vibrant cultural experience and a comfortable standard of living for international personnel