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 create sustainable solutions. The Young Women’s Empowerment Programme specifically supports the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026, amplifying young women's voices and leadership in agrifood systems.
Job Purpose
This role supports the WFF Young Women’s Empowerment Programme's campaign for the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026. The Online Volunteer will contribute to designing and implementing a social media campaign focused on youth voices and outreach in the Asia-Pacific region. The assignment involves creating and amplifying content, engaging communities online, and supporting digital dissemination efforts. The goal is to enhance awareness and promote the leadership of young women in agrifood systems, contributing to more equitable and resilient food systems globally. This position requires strong communication and digital skills to effectively convey campaign messages and foster participation.
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. Create and adapt 10-20 social media posts (including captions, short videos, testimonials, and visuals) for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, highlighting youth empowerment, women farmers, and community-led actions. Amplify campaign messages and stories through personal and professional networks using designated hashtags. Encourage community participation and online dialogue through comments, reposts, and engagement activities. Support digital outreach via WFF channels, youth networks, and partner organizations. Collaborate with fellow volunteers for coordinated messaging and consistent campaign visibility. Coordination Online Volunteers will also assist in monitoring campaign engagement and feedback.
Work Experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential. Experience as an active user of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, X) is required. Interest in youth engagement, gender equality, sustainable development, agriculture, food systems, or community advocacy is beneficial. Ability to create or adapt digital content and work collaboratively in a virtual environment is necessary.
Skills
Communication, advocacy, public information, digital and social media skills. Ability to create engaging digital content. Strong written and verbal communication. Active social media user. Collaborative and inclusive engagement. Interest in youth, gender equality, sustainable development, agriculture, food systems, or community advocacy.