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Mission and objectives

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Somalia has been supporting the government’s efforts in effective implementation of the National Development Plan (NDP), which is aligned with the corporate Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In support of development plans outlined in the NDP, UNDP in collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders including government, multilateral agencies, private sector and civil society has been developing and implementing projects in its main thematic areas of Economic Growth and Employment, Democratic Governance, Rule of Law and Security, Human Development and Economics. These projects contribute towards achieving the overall national goal of socioeconomic transformation for poverty reduction, economic revival and societal transfer in a socially just and gender equitable manner.

Context

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Somalia is seeking an Online Volunteer to manage its social media accounts on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. The volunteer will be responsible for scheduling social media posts for one month, covering a variety of topics relevant to UNDP Somalia’s mission and activities.Contribute to the mission of the UNDP in promoting sustainable human development in Somalia. Gain experience in social media management for an international organization. Receive a certificate of appreciation from UNDP Somalia upon successful completion of the assignment.

Task type

Communication and social media

Task description

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Somalia is seeking an Online Volunteer to manage its social media accounts on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook. The volunteer will be responsible for scheduling social media posts for one month, covering a variety of topics relevant to UNDP Somalia’s mission and activities. Key Assignments · Schedule daily posts for Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook using a social media management tool. · For that, the volunteer will be collaborating with the UNDP Somalia communications team.

Assignment requirements

Required experience

Experience: · Previous experience in social media management, preferably for non-profit organizations or international institutions would be an asset but not a requirement. · Familiarity with social media management tools would be an asset but not a requirement. Skills: · Excellent written communication skills. · Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. · Proficiency in English.

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

Other information

Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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How to apply

https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1784888021264700