Social Media and Communication Support
Organizational Context
The UNV office in Eswatini 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 uptake of the Online Volunteering service within the country. By engaging a broader network of volunteers, the goal is to raise public awareness, strengthen community engagement, and expand the reach of the UNV programme in Eswatini.
Job Purpose
This role supports the UNV office in Eswatini's digital outreach and communication strategy. The Online Volunteer will contribute to increasing the visibility of the communication team's efforts and fostering the growth of the Online Volunteering service at the national level. By actively engaging a wider network of volunteers, the position aims to enhance public awareness, build stronger community connections, and broaden the overall impact and reach of the UNV programme within Eswatini. The assignment focuses on social media presence and digital engagement.
Responsibilities
The Online Volunteers will support the UNV office in Eswatini's digital outreach activities. Key duties include promoting corporate and local content across various social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). Volunteers will develop creative content such as posts, articles, graphics, and short videos tailored for local audiences to raise awareness of relevant messages and stories. They will also engage with local organizations and communities to build partnerships and extend campaign reach. Additionally, responsibilities involve organizing and participating in online events like webinars and digital storytelling sessions, and monitoring/reporting on engagement metrics and feedback from outreach activities. Volunteers will report to the Regional Communication Assistant and receive necessary training and resources.
Work Experience
Required experience includes strong communication and writing skills, creativity, and a solid understanding of social media platforms. Online Volunteers 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
Key skills required are strong communication and writing abilities, creativity, and a good understanding of social media platforms. Desired skills include experience in content creation, graphic design, video editing, and project management. Fluency in English is mandatory, with knowledge of the local language being a strong asset.