Awareness, Outreach & Visibility Ambassadors: YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2026
Organizational Context
UNDP is the UN's global development network, supporting countries in achieving sustainable development, inclusive economic growth, and democratic governance. In Rwanda, UNDP focuses on digital transformation and health innovation, aligning with national strategies. The YouthConnekt initiative, a partnership between the Ministry of Youth and Arts and UNDP, aims to connect young Rwandans to address employment and entrepreneurship challenges. The upcoming YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2026 in Kigali will focus on a Continental Youth Generational Mission.
Job Purpose
The role of a Summit Digital Ambassador is to amplify the messages and outcomes of the YouthConnekt Africa Summit 2026. Ambassadors will share approved content via their social media channels to inform their communities about the Summit's discussions, agreements, and calls to action. This outreach is crucial for engaging young people beyond the immediate summit attendees, ensuring the mission's impact is widespread. The position involves active participation in sharing information before, during, and after the event, fostering a continental network dedicated to youth development and policy.
Responsibilities
Online Volunteers will serve as Summit Digital Ambassadors, utilizing a provided toolkit of messages, visuals, and videos. Key duties include following YouthConnekt Africa and UNDP Rwanda social media accounts, sharing at least two toolkit posts weekly on personal or organizational platforms with context relevant to their country, and encouraging peers to follow the Summit online. Post-Summit, ambassadors will disseminate confirmed outcomes and calls to action, such as joining country chapters. They will also collect and report audience questions or reactions to inform YouthConnekt Africa and its chapters. Weekly reporting on posts shared, reach, and notable comments is required. Participation in one virtual orientation and one mid-campaign check-in is mandatory. Ambassadors must share only approved materials and verified information.
Work Experience
Candidates must be active users of at least one social media platform (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, LinkedIn, WhatsApp). Having an engaged network or following within an African country or diaspora community is highly desirable. Interest in youth development, jobs, trade, climate, the creative economy, or health is beneficial.
Skills
Proficiency in digital and social media communication and advocacy is essential. Expertise in public information dissemination and a strong understanding of youth-related issues are required. The ability to work independently, be self-motivated, and participate in virtual sessions is also important. Commitment to volunteerism and promoting human rights and individual dignity is expected.