WFF Youth Voices for International Year of the Woman Farmer Campaign
Organizational Context
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) aims to transform agrifood systems for better production, nutrition, environment, and life, leaving no one behind. Its Office of Youth and Women (OYW) coordinates youth engagement and facilitates their participation in policy and innovation. The WFF's Global Youth Action Initiative, hosted by OYW, empowers youth to drive agrifood system transformation. The Young Women’s Empowerment Programme specifically supports the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, amplifying women farmers' voices and leadership.
Job Purpose
This role supports the WFF Young Women’s Empowerment Programme's social media campaign for the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026. The volunteer will contribute to designing and implementing targeted advocacy campaigns, with a focus on youth voices and outreach in the Asia-Pacific region. The aim is to amplify the experiences and leadership of young women farmers, fostering inclusive and participatory approaches. The volunteer will help build more equitable and resilient agrifood systems by engaging wider audiences and promoting the program's objectives through digital storytelling and advocacy.
Responsibilities
Contribute to the design and implementation of a social media campaign for the International Year of the Woman Farmer, focusing on youth voices and outreach in the Asia-Pacific region. Attend virtual training on youth storytelling and access FAO Youth Masterclasses. Create and adapt 10-20 social media posts (including captions, short videos, testimonials, visuals) for the FAO India X handle, highlighting youth empowerment, women farmers, and community-led actions. Amplify campaign messages and youth stories through personal and community networks using designated hashtags. Encourage online dialogue and community participation via comments, reposts, and engagement activities. Support digital outreach through WFF channels and partner networks. Collaborate with fellow volunteers for coordinated messaging and consistent campaign visibility. Coordination volunteers will assist with monitoring campaign engagement and feedback.
Work Experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Must be an active user of at least one social media platform. Experience in communications, advocacy, youth networks, content creation, social media management, storytelling, or community engagement is desirable but not strictly required.
Skills
Proficiency in communication and advocacy. Ability to create and adapt engaging digital content. Experience with social media platforms. Interest in youth engagement, gender equality, sustainable development, agriculture, food systems, or community advocacy. Ability to work collaboratively in a virtual, multicultural environment. Commitment to inclusive online engagement. Expertise in public information and women's rights is a plus.