Support Digital Outreach for the Africa Volunteer Conference 2026
Organizational Context
The Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs in Botswana is dedicated to leading policy development and strategy for youth empowerment and gender equality. Its vision is a progressive society, and its mission is to foster gender equality and youth development through inclusive laws and programs. The Ministry operates within the context of promoting sustainable development and inclusivity across all sectors, focusing on youth and gender-related policies and initiatives.
Job Purpose
This role supports the Africa Volunteer Conference 2026 by implementing a coordinated digital outreach campaign. The Online Volunteer will disseminate approved content, adapt messages for local relevance, and engage with the public across various social media platforms. The primary goal is to increase awareness and participation in the conference. Volunteers will contribute to a continental initiative promoting volunteerism and youth engagement, gaining practical experience in digital outreach, communication, and reporting while working entirely online and contributing to the conference's success.
Responsibilities
Online Volunteers will disseminate approved conference materials across social media, tailoring messages to resonate with local audiences while preserving core objectives. They will engage professionally with the public, escalating complex queries to the coordination team. Responsibilities include monitoring engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments) and maintaining a log of promotional activities. Volunteers will also collect and report on audience feedback, trending topics, and reception to aid outreach optimization. Key deliverables include verifying content dissemination, providing examples of adapted messages, submitting an engagement tracker, and a feedback summary report.
Work Experience
Required experience includes excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidates should have an active presence and proficiency on at least one major social media platform, a reliable internet connection, and basic digital literacy. The ability to self-manage, adhere to deadlines, and follow communication guidelines is essential.
Skills
Key skills include excellent written and verbal communication, proficiency in using major social media platforms, basic digital literacy, and self-management capabilities. Volunteers must be able to follow branding and communication guidelines and respect deadlines. Adaptability in tailoring messages for different contexts and professional engagement with online communities are also important.