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For every child, the right to be seen
In a context of increasing complexity in the humanitarian environment, greater competition for public attention and resources, and a fundraising strategy that is increasingly oriented toward multichannel delivery, content quality and operational efficiency, UNICEF Chile needs to strengthen its internal marketing and content production capabilities within the Private Fundraising (PFP) area.
The PFP campaign portfolioโboth planned and reactive (emergencies, activations, contingencies, or retention and acquisition initiatives)โhas increased significantly in volume, speed and sophistication, with intensive use of audiovisual assets, digital content, internal campaigns and coordination with multiple external providers. This evolution has put pressure on current processes, creating risks of operational overload, excessive reliance on agencies and potential bottlenecks during critical fundraising periods.
This position is conceived as a strategic enabler of sustainable income growth, strengthening campaign execution, the donor experience and UNICEF Chileโs capacity to respond in critical moments.
How can you make a difference?ย
Under the supervision of the Marketing Services Officer (NOA), the Marketing Fundraising Assistant (GS-5) position aims to contribute directly and consistently to the development, coordination and quality assurance of high-value graphic and audiovisual content that effectively supports PFP Chileโs communication and fundraising strategies.
The role provides strategic-operational support in the implementation of fundraising campaigns, both structured and ad hoc, contributing technical and creative input and narrative coherence in the design and production of materials, in strict alignment with UNICEF brand guidelines. It also helps to effectively integrate marketing messages and calls to action into digital, audiovisual and corporate assets, ensuring their relevance for different audiences, channels and business objectives.
Through this function, UNICEF Chile strengthens its internal capacity to:
Generate innovative and timely content. Improve donor retention and acquire new prospects. Support the development of more agile, consistent and efficient processes across the entire PFP marketing and communications value chain.The post provides cross-cutting value to different areas of the organization, contributing tangibly to UNICEFโs financial sustainability and to fulfilling its mission in support of the rights of children and adolescents.
Key Functions and Related Tasks:
1. Support the implementation and production of marketing and fundraising content
a) Provide technical and operational support in the development, adaptation and production of graphic and audiovisual content for fundraising campaigns, both planned and ad hoc, ensuring technical quality, narrative coherence with brand guidelines and alignment with the strategy defined by PFP.
b) Contribute to the drafting, adaptation and coordination of content for mass media, digital platforms and corporate channels.
c) Support the development of specialized fundraising products (videos, adaptations, GIFs, reels, copy, digital assets and other fundraising materials).
d) Review and technically validate final assets produced internally or externally prior to approval and publication.
2. Coordinate and manage the operational relationship with agencies and vendors
a) Support the efficient management of work with creative agencies and external suppliers, contributing to optimized timelines, workflows and deliverable quality.
b) Prepare and coordinate clear and timely briefs for agencies and suppliers, in coordination with the Marketing Services Officer.
c) Conduct operational follow-up on deliverables, deadlines and versions of materials.
d) Consolidate technical and creative feedback for adjustments and improvements to assets.
3. Ensure the appropriate integration of marketing messages and calls to action
a. Contribute to the correct incorporation of marketing and fundraising messages and donation calls to action in digital publications, social media, videos, mailings and other UNICEF communication assets.
b. Support the technical and narrative integration of fundraising messages into acquisition and retention campaigns.
c. Work in coordination with Fundraising, Communications, Partnerships and Programme teams to ensure message coherence, frequency and relevance.
4. Support content production with donors, partners and spokespersons
a) Provide operational and technical support in the preparation and production of audiovisual materials and communication assets involving donors, strategic partners, celebrities or other UNICEF partners.
b) Support the preparation of content, guidelines and materials associated with these participations.
c) Contribute to ensuring message consistency, reputational risk management and alignment with fundraising objectives.
5. Other responsibilities
Perform other functions and responsibilities related to the scope of the post as assigned, in line with area needs and UNICEF guidelines.
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Minimum requirements:
Education: Completed secondary education is required, ideally complemented by additional training or university-level courses in management, marketing, sales, communications or related areas Work Experience: At least 5 years of relevant work experience in sales, advertising, marketing, communications or fundraising, including participation in team coordination or support to supervisory roles is required. Fundraising experience will be considered an asset. A bachelorโs degree from a recognized academic institution in a field relevant to the position may be considered to compensate for three (3) years of experience in case the candidate lacks the required experience. A masterโs degree from a recognized academic institution in a field relevant to the position may be considered to compensate for an additional two (2) years (in addition to the three years from above, totaling 5 years) Language Requirements:ย Fluency in Spanish and proficiency in English.Desirables:
Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEFโs Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
The UNICEF competencies required for this post areโฆ
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with othersย
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