National Communication Consultant for Child Protection Reform

About the role

UNICEF is seeking a National Communication Consultant to support the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs in designing a comprehensive communication and public‑relations plan for new Child Protection and Family Support legislation. The consultant will work remotely for a 4.2‑month fixed‑term assignment, helping to translate complex policy details into clear, audience‑focused messages.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a strategic communication framework that aligns with the reform’s objectives and benefits.
• Produce communication materials such as presentations, briefs, and online content for diverse stakeholder groups.
• Engage with government counterparts, technical experts, and civil‑society partners to ensure consistent messaging.
• Coordinate stakeholder outreach and public‑information activities throughout the reform process.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of communication activities and adjust strategies as needed.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, media studies, marketing, social sciences, public policy, international relations or a related field.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in communication, public relations or strategic communication, preferably in the public sector or social‑policy arena.
• Native‑level fluency in Czech and working knowledge of English.
• Strong understanding of the Czech institutional context and government communication practices.

Required skills

• Ability to translate complex policy or technical information into clear, accessible messaging.
• Experience creating communication materials for varied audiences.
• Excellent coordination and interpersonal skills for working with multiple stakeholders.
• Capacity to work independently and manage multiple tasks within agreed timelines.

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact child‑protection reform.
• Collaboration with UNICEF and national government experts.
• Remote work flexibility.