Social Media and Communication Support
Organizational Context
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) office in Comoros aims to enhance its digital outreach and communication efforts. This initiative seeks to increase the visibility of the communication team's work and promote the Online Volunteering service within the country. By engaging a broader network of volunteers, UNV Comoros intends to raise public awareness, foster community engagement, and expand the overall reach of the UNV programme in Comoros.
Job Purpose
This role supports the UNV office in Comoros by enhancing digital outreach and communication. The Online Volunteer will contribute to increasing the visibility of the communication team's efforts and promoting the uptake of the Online Volunteering service at the country level. By leveraging social media and digital platforms, the volunteer will help raise public awareness, strengthen community engagement, and expand the UNV programme's reach. The assignment focuses on social media presence and digital content promotion to achieve these objectives, ultimately supporting UNV's mission in Comoros.
Responsibilities
The Online Volunteer will support the UNV office in Comoros with digital outreach activities. Key responsibilities include promoting corporate and local content across various social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). The volunteer will also be responsible for creating engaging content, such as posts, articles, graphics, and short videos, tailored for diverse local audiences to raise awareness of relevant messages and stories. Community engagement with local organizations and communities is crucial for fostering partnerships and expanding campaign reach. Additionally, the role involves supporting and participating in online events like webinars and digital storytelling sessions, and monitoring/reporting on engagement metrics and feedback from outreach activities.
Work Experience
Required experience includes strong communication and writing skills, creativity, and a solid understanding of social media platforms. Candidates must have active accounts on at least three specified social media platforms. Desirable experience includes content creation, graphic design, video editing, or project management.
Skills
Essential skills include strong communication and writing abilities, creativity, and proficiency with social media platforms. The ability to engage with diverse audiences and a good understanding of digital outreach are key. Desirable skills encompass content creation, graphic design, video editing, and project management. Fluency in English is required, with French and Arabic being desirable.