Project Outreach and Events Analyst [Open to internal and external applicants]

The UNDP Rule of Law Programme in Pakistan seeks a Project Outreach and Events Analyst to support programme outreach, visibility, stakeholder engagement, events coordination, documentation, and knowledge management. The role involves working closely with government counterparts, justice and security institutions, civil society, legal professionals, academia, media, and communities to communicate programme objectives and achievements effectively. The Analyst will plan and coordinate consultations, policy dialogues, conferences, workshops, and other events while ensuring inclusive, gender-responsive, and ethical communication approaches. This position is based within the Democratic Governance Unit of the UNDP Country Office in Pakistan and reports to the Team Lead – Programme Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and coordinate programme outreach, visibility, and stakeholder engagement: Develop and implement outreach and events plans, maintain an annual calendar of activities, identify and map relevant stakeholders, and ensure inclusive approaches that prioritize women and vulnerable groups. Establish and maintain effective relationships with institutional partners and stakeholders.

- Coordinate programme events, consultations, dialogues, and knowledge-sharing activities: Lead the planning and organization of events such as policy dialogues, conferences, workshops, and roundtables. Prepare event materials, coordinate logistics with internal teams and service providers, and ensure proper documentation and follow-up of event outcomes.

- Ensure high-quality programme communications and visibility: Support the development and dissemination of communication and visibility materials, ensuring compliance with UNDP and donor branding guidelines. Review materials prepared by partners and service providers, maintain records of visibility products, and promote clear, accessible messaging.

- Document programme achievements, lessons learned, and good practices: Coordinate systematic documentation of results and success stories, develop knowledge products such as case studies and briefs, and facilitate dissemination through appropriate channels. Ensure ethical considerations and consent in the use of communication assets.

- Promote gender-responsive, inclusive, and ethical outreach and engagement: Integrate gender equality and inclusion into all outreach activities, support participation of marginalized groups, and promote survivor-centred communication practices. Highlight women’s participation and gender-responsive reforms in programme communications.

- Monitor outreach and events activities and ensure quality assurance: Track implementation of outreach plans, document participation and feedback, coordinate upcoming visibility opportunities, review service provider deliverables, and contribute to programme reporting. Stay informed of best practices in communication and event management.

Required Qualifications

- Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism, Media Studies, Public Relations, Development Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Public Administration, or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree with two additional years of relevant experience will be considered.

- For candidates with a Master’s degree, professional work experience is not mandatory. Those with a Bachelor’s degree must have at least two years of relevant experience in communications, outreach, stakeholder engagement, event coordination, public information, or knowledge management.

- Fluency in English and Urdu is required.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

- Experience in planning and coordinating outreach, visibility, stakeholder engagement, and public information activities.

- Proven ability to organize conferences, consultations, policy dialogues, workshops, and other events.

- Experience developing or reviewing communication and visibility materials such as briefs, fact sheets, digital content, and presentations.

- Familiarity with documenting programme results, lessons learned, good practices, and human-interest stories.

- Experience working with government institutions, development partners, civil society, media, and diverse stakeholder groups.

- Knowledge of donor visibility and branding requirements.

- Skills in translating technical information into accessible communication products.

- Familiarity with digital communications, social media, photography, audiovisual content, and content management.

- Understanding of gender-responsive, inclusive, survivor-centred, and ethical communication approaches.

- Previous experience with UNDP, UN agencies, or international development organizations is an advantage.

- Strong writing, editing, organizational, interpersonal, and stakeholder coordination skills.

UNDP is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity. The organization promotes a respectful workplace free from harassment and discrimination. Selected candidates will adhere to UNDP’s standards and principles. Multiple candidates may be selected from this vacancy, and applications may be retained for similar positions. UNDP does not charge any fees during recruitment.