Appui à la communication sur les campagnes du bureau ONUSIDA

Organizational Context

UNAIDS leads the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, focusing on reducing inequalities and integrating HIV responses into broader health and protection systems. In Benin, significant progress has been made in HIV treatment coverage, yet pediatric HIV care remains a challenge, marked by low testing and treatment rates, insufficient care continuum retention, and persistent stigma. UNAIDS, with partners UNICEF and UNFPA, supports a national campaign to end new HIV infections in children.

Job Purpose

This role supports the UNAIDS Benin country office's communication and advocacy efforts for the "Ending New HIV Infections in Children in Benin" campaign. The volunteer will enhance the campaign's visibility across social media platforms, including Viva Engage, SNU Bulletins, X, Facebook, and Instagram. The assignment aims to leverage the campaign's decentralized phase, engaging political, religious, community, and traditional leaders to mobilize public opinion and extend awareness within communities. The contribution is crucial for amplifying the campaign's reach and impact in addressing the critical issue of pediatric HIV in Benin.

Responsibilities

The Online Volunteer will support the UNAIDS Benin country team in communication and advocacy activities. Key responsibilities include contributing to the visibility of the "Ending New HIV Infections in Children in Benin" campaign through social media channels such as Viva Engage, SNU Bulletins, X, Facebook, and Instagram. This involves creating and disseminating engaging content to raise public awareness and mobilize support for the campaign's objectives. The volunteer will work under the guidance of the country team to ensure consistent messaging and effective outreach across various online platforms, thereby amplifying the campaign's reach and impact.

Work Experience

The candidate must have prior experience in communication, journalism, or a similar field. Additionally, experience in social mobilization or working directly with community organizations and grassroots communities is required to effectively support the campaign's outreach efforts.

Skills

Proficiency in communication and journalism is essential. Experience in social mobilization and community engagement is required. Familiarity with social media platforms for campaign visibility is necessary. The candidate should possess strong organizational and outreach abilities.

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