Senior Manager, Advocacy and Communications, Global Health at United Nations Foundation | Salary USD $110K | Washington DC

Organization: United Nations Foundation (UNF)
Position: Senior Manager, Advocacy and Communications, Global Health
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)
Salary Range: $95,000 – $110,000 annually
Deadline: Apply ASAP

The United Nations Foundation (UNF) is seeking a Senior Manager, Advocacy and Communications, Global Health to lead high-level advocacy and communications strategies supporting UNF’s global health portfolio. This is a hybrid position based in Washington, DC, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Background & Job Description

The UNF builds partnerships, mobilizes resources, and drives advocacy to support the United Nations in tackling the world’s most pressing issues. In this role, you’ll shape global health policy, donor engagement, and international advocacy campaigns in collaboration with partners such as:

• WHO (World Health Organization)

• UNICEF

• Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

• Global Fund

• Measles & Rubella Partnership

• Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI)

This position offers a unique opportunity to influence international health strategies and communications at the highest levels.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Stakeholder Management

• Position global health issues for UNF audiences.

• Track emerging health and policy trends.

• Cultivate relationships with advocacy & communications leaders across UN agencies and partners.

Strategic Advocacy & Communications

• Lead communications efforts during major global events (World Health Assembly, UNGA).

• Develop advocacy campaigns, press releases, donor materials, and digital content.

• Build trusted relationships with media outlets and stakeholders.

Senior Manager, Advocacy & Communications | $95,000 – $110,000

Cross-Team Engagement

• Manage global health press fellowships.

• Support advocacy proposals and funding pitches.

• Collaborate with departments to ensure cohesive global health strategies.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required in communications, journalism, or related field. Advanced degree in public health preferred.

• Experience: At least 7 years in global public health communications, advocacy, journalism, or PR.

• Strong track record in media engagement, donor communication, and campaign management.

• Familiarity with the UN system and international development is highly desirable.

• Leadership/management experience is a plus.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: $95,000 – $110,000 annually.

• Benefits: Comprehensive health, vision, dental, retirement savings with match, commuter subsidy, paid leave, disability coverage, and more.

• Leave: 12 holidays, 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, 8 weeks family leave.

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid, Washington, DC.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply through the official UNF recruitment portal. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — early submission is encouraged.

👉 Apply Here – Official UNF Careers Page

FAQs

1. What is the salary for the UN Foundation Senior Manager, Advocacy & Communications (Global Health)?
The salary range is $95,000 – $110,000 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

2. Where is the job based?
The position is hybrid, based in Washington, DC.

3. What qualifications are required?
A Bachelor’s in communications/journalism is required, with a Master’s in public health preferred. At least 7 years of experience in global health advocacy, communications, journalism, or PR is also required.

4. Which partners will I work with in this role?
You’ll collaborate with WHO, UNICEF, Gavi, Global Fund, PAHO, GPEI, RBM Partnership, and more.

5. When is the application deadline?
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged