Appui à la production de la première newsletter U-Report Côte d’Ivoire

Organizational Context

UNICEF has been working for 70 years in 190 countries to promote child survival, protection, and development. U-Report is a digital youth engagement platform supported by UNICEF and the Ministry of Youth Promotion, Professional Integration and Civic Service. In Côte d’Ivoire, U-Report mobilizes youth for civic initiatives and social actions. The U-Report team aims to launch a periodic newsletter to highlight the achievements and contributions of U-Reporters and their communities, enhancing the movement's visibility and supporting youth participation.

Job Purpose

The assignment aims to support the design, editorial structuring, and production of the first issue of a periodic newsletter for U-Report Côte d’Ivoire. This newsletter will showcase the initiatives, achievements, testimonials, and civic engagement of U-Reporters. The volunteer will propose an editorial line, design a visual identity and a reusable template, and assist in collecting, selecting, and editing content. The goal is to produce the inaugural newsletter, incorporate feedback, and provide recommendations for its future regularity and quality, thereby strengthening the visibility of the U-Report movement and UNICEF's youth engagement efforts.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Youth Engagement Officer/U-Report, the volunteer will be responsible for the editorial design and production of the first U-Report Côte d’Ivoire newsletter. Key duties include proposing a clear editorial line suitable for youth, partners, and institutional stakeholders. The volunteer will design a simple, professional, and reusable visual identity consistent with U-Report and UNICEF branding. They will develop a reusable template with structured sections (editorial, news, youth initiatives, testimonials, data, opportunities, agenda, calls to action). Responsibilities also include supporting content collection, selection, editing, and formatting, producing the first newsletter edition with team feedback, and formulating practical recommendations for the newsletter's ongoing quality and sustainability.

Work Experience

Proven experience in communication, digital communication, graphic design, or editorial production is required. Proficiency with tools like Canva, InDesign, Mailchimp, or Adobe Express is necessary. Experience in designing newsletters and digital templates is essential. The candidate should possess excellent writing and synthesis skills in French.

Skills

Key skills include proven experience in communication, digital communication, graphic design, and editorial production. Proficiency in design and newsletter tools (Canva, InDesign, Mailchimp, Adobe Express) is required. Excellent French writing and synthesis abilities are essential. The role also demands strong organizational skills, autonomy, rigor, and the ability to translate technical information into clear, engaging content for young audiences. A strong interest in youth participation and civic engagement is highly desirable.

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