Communications and Resource Mobilisation Associate

The India Country Office is currently implementing its 10th Country Programme (CP-10). CP-10 envisions an India where every woman and young person, including those from the most vulnerable groups, enjoys gender equality, fully realizes sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, and actively contributes to sustainable development. Guided by the UNFPA Strategic Plan, 2022-2025, the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the new country program will intensify efforts to end preventable maternal deaths, unmet need for family planning, and gender-based violence and harmful practices, including in humanitarian situations. The country program was developed in consultation with national and State governments, civil society, United Nations organizations, and other stakeholders, including women and youth-led organizations, based on the principles of inclusion, human rights, and gender equality. The UNFPA office in Odisha partners with the state government across various sectors (health, education, Disaster Resilience, Social Justice, gender equality, and population dynamics) to achieve UNFPA’s transformative results under the UNFPA Strategic Plan (2026 -2029) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

To enhance the visibility, stakeholder engagement, and resource mobilization efforts supporting UNFPA's work in Odisha, a dedicated Communications and Resource Mobilisation Associate is required.

Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Head of State Office (Odisha) and in close coordination with the UNFPA India Country Office Communications and RM/Partnership Unit, the Communications and Resource Mobilisation Associate will:

A. Communications
• Support the execution of the state-specific 360 degree communications and media strategy.
• Draft, edit, and design communication materials (e.g., factsheets, presentations, leaflets, infographics) using tools such as Canva (proficiency in Adobe Suite or any other AI tool is an advantage).
• Develop compelling content documenting UNFPA’s work, including success stories, human-interest pieces, and testimonials for reports, newsletters, UNFPA website and external communication as per the template provided by the Country Office Communications Unit
• Provide inputs for finalizing communication materials (toolkits, manuals, BCC materials) developed with implementing partners.
• Develop and maintain a database of media contacts (journalists, media houses) in Odisha.
• Coordinate with the Country Office Communications Unit to amplify programmatic impact and events on social media platforms; draft relevant content.
• Support the organization and coordination of events, campaigns, workshops, press conferences, and media briefings.
• Maintain an organized repository of communication assets (photos, videos, publications) with thematic categorization and proper referencing.
• Support photo and video documentation of program activities (basic/intermediate photography and video editing skills are an asset).

B. Resource Mobilization Support
• Contribute to the implementation of the resource mobilization strategy of UNFPA India.
• Research and map potential donors, foundations, and funding opportunities .
• Assist in drafting concept notes and funding proposals in co-ordination with State and Country office colleagues
• Support the State and Country Office team in engaging with Government departments for potential financing.
• Support the organization of donor meetings and maintain a partner/donor database.
• Assist in preparing donor reports related to fund utilization.
• Contribute to developing communication materials specifically for fundraising.
• Support the preparation of pitch decks, donor profiles, and talking points for senior leadership ahead of partner engagements.
• Support private sector engagement efforts, including due diligence processes and landscape mapping.

C. Other Duties:
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by the supervisor.