Promote Immunization Awareness Across the Western Pacific Region
Organizational Context
The World Health Organization Regional Office for the Western Pacific (WHO WPRO) collaborates with Member States and partners to enhance regional health and well-being. Immunization is a critical public health intervention, preventing numerous deaths and protecting communities from vaccine-preventable diseases. This role supports communications efforts leading up to the 77th WHO Regional Committee Meeting in October 2026, focusing on raising awareness about immunization's importance.
Job Purpose
This assignment aims to mobilize Online Volunteers to raise awareness about the critical importance of immunization across the Western Pacific Region. Volunteers will contribute to WHO WPRO's communication efforts leading up to the 77th WHO Regional Committee Meeting in October 2026. The goal is to encourage informed conversations within communities and online networks, highlighting WHO's regional immunization priorities through 2030. This includes accelerating measles and rubella elimination, reducing zero-dose children, strengthening life-course immunization, and promoting vaccine confidence and equitable access.
Responsibilities
Online Volunteers will support WHO WPRO's regional immunization messaging campaign from September to October 2026. Key duties include sharing 1-2 posts weekly on personal social media platforms, using provided evidence-based messages or creating original content inspired by them. Volunteers must attend a mandatory orientation session and two virtual learning sessions on immunization, vaccine confidence, and countering misinformation. They will encourage respectful online conversations, promote accurate health information, and track their engagement activities. Optional Group Coordinators will provide additional leadership and reporting. Volunteers will not provide medical advice.
Work Experience
The role seeks enthusiastic Online Volunteers to support WHO WPRO's regional immunization messaging. While no specific prior experience is detailed, volunteers are expected to actively participate in campaign activities, share information on social media, and engage in learning sessions. The possibility of a Group Coordinator role with leadership responsibilities exists.
Skills
Volunteers should possess strong communication skills for social media engagement. Fluency in Chinese is required, with working knowledge of English being desirable. The ability to share information accurately, encourage constructive dialogue, and track activities is essential. Familiarity with health communication and countering misinformation is beneficial. Commitment to promoting public health and respect for human dignity is expected.