Online Volunteer for Bebbo Parenting App

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency responsible for providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. With a mission to uphold the rights of all children, UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, employing approximately 13,000 staff members. The organization focuses on ensuring that every child is protected, healthy, and educated, particularly those who are marginalized and left behind in the wake of broader economic and social progress.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for the Bebbo Parenting App involves contributing to the enhancement of a digital platform designed to support parents of children aged 0-6 years. The Bebbo app provides evidence-based information and interactive tools aimed at improving parenting practices. The volunteer will play a crucial role in increasing the app's engagement and outreach by writing and copyediting communication and promotional materials. This role is particularly suited for individuals with a strong background in copywriting and editing, especially in the Russian language, as the primary tasks will involve refining content that is targeted at Russian-speaking parents.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The volunteer will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Copy editing 150 translated push notification messages in the Russian language to ensure clarity, accuracy, and engagement.
• Copy editing new content for the Bebbo app, which includes up to 5 articles that provide valuable information to parents, as well as 5 social media cards designed to promote the app and its resources.
• Collaborating with the UNICEF team to ensure that all content aligns with the organization's mission and messaging standards.
• Providing feedback on the effectiveness of the communication materials and suggesting improvements where necessary.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess strong copywriting and copyediting skills, particularly in the Russian language. A demonstrated ability to produce clear, engaging, and grammatically correct content is essential. Familiarity with parenting topics and child development is a plus, as it will enhance the relevance and impact of the materials being edited. Additionally, candidates should be detail-oriented and able to work independently while meeting deadlines.

Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in communications, journalism, linguistics, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have a strong command of the Russian language, both written and spoken, and ideally possess experience in copywriting or editing.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have prior experience in copywriting and copyediting, particularly in the Russian language. Experience working with digital content, especially in the context of parenting or child development, would be advantageous. The ability to demonstrate a portfolio of previous work will be beneficial in the selection process.

Languages:
Fluency in Russian is mandatory for this position, as all tasks will be conducted in this language. Proficiency in English or other languages may be considered an asset but is not required for this role.

Additional Notes:
This is a volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is not specified. The role is remote, allowing for flexibility in working hours. The volunteer will be expected to commit to completing the assigned tasks within a reasonable timeframe, contributing to the overall mission of UNICEF to support parents and improve child outcomes.