UNICEF Event Communication Consultant 2026

UNICEF is inviting applications for a National Only Event Communication Consultant based in Beijing, China. The three-month consultancy is part of UNICEF China's Communication and Advocacy work and focuses on supporting communications and events connected to World Children's Day 2026 and UNICEF's 80th anniversary.

The selected consultant will help create communication content, support event coordination, and contribute to media engagement. The role is intended to strengthen UNICEF China's visibility, audience engagement, and advocacy around World Children's Day, UNICEF80, and related campaigns. According to the official UNICEF Careers page, the position is office-based in Beijing and is open to national applicants.

About UNICEF Event Communication Consultancy

UNICEF works in more than 190 countries and territories to promote and protect children's rights and support children and communities. Its communication teams play an important role in bringing attention to children's issues, engaging audiences, supporting advocacy campaigns, and communicating the organization's work to the public.

For this consultancy, UNICEF China is looking for a communications professional who can support the organization during a particularly important period. World Children's Day 2026 will coincide with UNICEF's 80th anniversary, creating a major communications opportunity for the organization.

The consultant will contribute to the development of content for World Children's Day and UNICEF80 activities. This can include multimedia materials, social media content, event-related communications, and other materials designed to reach and engage audiences.

The position is office-based in Beijing and has a three-month contract duration. UNICEF's official vacancy notice states that the position is a national-only consultancy, meaning applicants must meet the applicable national eligibility requirements for the role.

Consultancy Benefits

The selected consultant will have the opportunity to gain practical professional experience working with UNICEF China and contributing to a major international advocacy campaign.

The opportunity provides:

• Three-month professional consultancy with UNICEF.
• Experience working within the United Nations system.
• Practical experience in communication and advocacy.
• Exposure to international development and children's rights issues.
• Experience supporting major public-facing events.
• Opportunity to develop multimedia communication materials.
• Experience working with media and other stakeholders.
• Opportunity to strengthen event management and communication skills.
• Professional exposure to UNICEF's communication standards and practices.
• Experience contributing to World Children's Day and UNICEF80 activities.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the minimum requirements specified by UNICEF.

Candidates should have:

• A bachelor's university degree in Communication, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, English, or a related field.
• At least one year of relevant work experience, with internships included.
• Fluency in both English and Chinese.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in an office-based environment in Beijing.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver work within deadlines.

Available Areas Of Study

Applicants may come from academic backgrounds related to:

• Communication
• Journalism
• Advertising
• Marketing
• English
• Public Relations
• Media Studies
• Digital Communications
• Strategic Communications
• International Development
• Other closely related fields

The official UNICEF vacancy specifically identifies Communication, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, and English as acceptable degree areas.

Required Documents

Qualified candidates are required to submit the following through UNICEF's online recruitment system:

• Up-to-date UNICEF Talent Management System (TMS) profile.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Cover letter.
• Separate financial proposal.
• Financial proposal using the UNICEF-provided template.

Applicants should also ensure that their CV clearly demonstrates their communication, event management, multimedia, media engagement, and stakeholder coordination experience where applicable.

Selection Criteria

Applicants will be assessed according to their qualifications, professional experience, technical skills, and ability to perform the responsibilities of the consultancy.

Important factors include:

• Relevant bachelor's degree.
• At least one year of professional experience, including internships.
• Strong communication skills.
• Fluency in English and Chinese.
• Understanding of event production.
• Ability to produce multimedia content.
• Social media communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate stakeholders and partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.

UNICEF also considers experience in large-scale event organization and previous experience with UNICEF or other UN agencies desirable.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official UNICEF Careers website.
2. Search for Job No. 594974.
3. Read the complete Terms of Reference carefully.
4. Confirm that you meet the education, experience, and language requirements.
5. Prepare an updated CV and cover letter.
6. Complete or update your UNICEF TMS profile.
7. Download and complete the required financial proposal template.
8. Upload the required documents through the online recruitment portal.
9. Review your application carefully.
10. Submit the application before the deadline.

Applicants should submit their applications through UNICEF's official recruitment platform.