Junior Communications and Advocacy Officer
Organizational Context
UN Women is dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women, working to eliminate discrimination and achieve equality between men and women. The Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) supports country offices in advancing gender equality and women's rights, with a focus on ending violence against women and girls (EVAWG). This regional priority addresses persistent violence driven by gender inequality and harmful norms through prevention, response, advocacy, and multi-stakeholder coordination.
Job Purpose
This assignment supports UN Women's regional communications and advocacy efforts for Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG) in Asia and the Pacific. The role will enhance the visibility and outreach of key regional initiatives, including the UNiTE Campaign, the SVRI Forum 2026, a UN Joint Programme on GBV Prevention, and the PROTECT Project. Designed as a learning opportunity for an undergraduate student, the position offers practical exposure to UN communications, advocacy strategies, and coordination processes within a regional UN Women office, contributing to survivor-centred and gender-transformative solutions.
Responsibilities
The UN Volunteer will support communications and advocacy for the EVAW team. Key duties include developing and adapting communications materials (social media, web content, briefs, visuals) aligned with UN Women branding. This involves assisting with advocacy and outreach materials for regional campaigns like UNiTE and supporting donor visibility for EVAW initiatives. The role also entails supporting event planning and coordination, particularly for the SVRI Forum 2026, including speaker liaison and activity documentation. Additionally, the volunteer will assist with basic graphic design, photo/video editing, and organizing communications assets. Coordination support for regional EVAW activities and meetings, including note-taking, and assisting with youth engagement in EVAW advocacy are also required. Finally, the role involves tracking communications outputs, basic performance metrics for reporting, and supporting knowledge management by organizing resources.
Work Experience
No prior professional experience is required. However, a demonstrated interest or experience in gender equality, ending violence against women and girls, communications, policy, advocacy, or social work is beneficial. Previous volunteer experience or exposure to other cultures is highly regarded. Basic skills or interest in digital communications, social media, or content creation are desirable. Proficiency in written and verbal English communication is essential. Experience in graphic design, photography, or video editing is considered an asset.
Skills
Key competencies include accountability, adaptability, flexibility, building trust, client orientation, commitment, motivation, continuous learning, communication, creativity, empowering others, ethics, integrity, judgement, decision-making, knowledge sharing, leadership, planning, organization, professionalism, respect for diversity, self-management, technological awareness, vision, and teamwork. Specific skills in communication, advocacy, public information, project management, programme development, and strategy are also relevant.