Online Volunteer for UN Women 16 Days of Activism Campaign

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an organization established to advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women. It operates under the vision of equality as outlined in the Charter of the United Nations. The organization focuses on eliminating discrimination against women and girls, promoting their empowerment, and ensuring equality between genders in various sectors including development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. UN Women plays a crucial role in global initiatives aimed at addressing gender-based violence and advocating for women's rights, with a presence in numerous countries worldwide.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for UN Women during the 16 Days of Activism campaign is designed to engage individuals in promoting awareness and advocacy against digital violence targeting women and girls. Volunteers will be tasked with sharing campaign materials and amplifying messages across various social media platforms. This role is particularly significant as it coincides with the UN Secretary-General's UNiTE 2025 campaign, which highlights the urgent need to address digital violence as a growing concern in the realm of gender equality. Volunteers will gain valuable experience in digital advocacy, contributing to a global movement aimed at ending violence against women and girls.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Volunteers are expected to perform several key tasks during the campaign period from November 25 to December 1

• These include:
• Reposting UN Women’s 16 Days campaign posts daily on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, and X.
• Selecting and sharing statistics or data from the campaign available on Trello to raise awareness about the issue of digital violence against women.
• Utilizing provided social media captions from Trello to create engaging posts on their accounts.
• Ensuring a minimum of one post is made each day throughout the campaign duration.
• At the conclusion of the campaign, volunteers will need to submit screenshots of their posts via a Google form, along with a report detailing social media insights, including the number of posts made and their outreach based on follower counts.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for this volunteer position should possess a strong understanding of social media platforms and digital communication strategies. They should be comfortable using various social media tools and have the ability to create engaging content that resonates with audiences. A passion for gender equality and women's rights is essential, along with a commitment to the objectives of the UN Women campaign. Familiarity with the issues surrounding digital violence against women and girls will be beneficial.

Educational Background:
While there are no specific educational requirements for this volunteer position, candidates with backgrounds in communications, social media management, gender studies, or related fields may find their skills particularly relevant. A demonstrated interest in advocacy work and social justice issues is highly valued.

Experience:
Previous experience in social media management, digital advocacy, or volunteer work related to gender equality and women's rights is advantageous but not mandatory. The role is open to individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to the campaign, regardless of their prior experience level.

Languages:
Fluency in Arabic is mandatory, as the campaign targets the Arab States region. Proficiency in English is also beneficial, as it may be required for understanding campaign materials and communication with UN Women staff.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position with a specific duration aligned with the 16 Days of Activism campaign, running from November 25 to December 10, 202

• Volunteers will receive an official UNV certificate of appreciation upon completion of their tasks, recognizing their contributions to the campaign. The role is part-time and can be conducted remotely, allowing for flexibility in participation.