Communications, Content Development and Knowledge Management support
Organizational Context
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Rwanda aims to strengthen the visibility of its programmes, partnerships, and development results. This online volunteer assignment supports UNIDO's mission by focusing on content development and digital communications to highlight the organization's work in industrial development, entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability within Rwanda. The operating environment involves remote collaboration and digital content creation.
Job Purpose
This assignment seeks an Online Volunteer to enhance UNIDO Rwanda's visibility through strategic content development, editing, and digital communications. The volunteer will gather information and create compelling communications and knowledge products that showcase UNIDO's impact in industrial development, entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. The role involves producing various content types, including social media posts, website updates, and press materials, to effectively communicate UNIDO's programmes and achievements to a wider audience. The ultimate goal is to strengthen UNIDO's presence and influence in Rwanda.
Responsibilities
The Online Volunteer will support UNIDO Rwanda by drafting and editing communications content, including social media posts, captions, and human-interest stories for the website. Responsibilities include selecting, captioning, and editing photographs and video footage for communications use, and preparing draft website updates on UNIDO's programmes, projects, and partnerships in Rwanda. The volunteer will also assist in preparing press releases, media briefs, and event summaries. Tasks extend to adapting local stories for UNIDO's global platforms, monitoring media for UNIDO mentions, and designing simple graphics, posters, and presentations using approved branding. Additionally, the volunteer will document activities and project results, organize content in a shared repository, and provide weekly progress updates.
Work Experience
The role requires strong writing and editing skills in English, along with knowledge of social media and digital communications. The ability to conduct online research, verify information, and organize digital content is necessary. Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is expected. Graphic design and basic photo/video editing skills are advantageous, and relevant writing or design samples are desirable.
Skills
Key competencies include strong writing and editing, digital communication, social media management, online research, information organization, and basic graphic design/photo/video editing. The volunteer should possess good communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and meet deadlines, and a willingness to learn and collaborate. Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is needed. An interest in industrial development, entrepreneurship, innovation, sustainability, SDGs, and UN work is highly valued.