Online Volunteer for Video Production

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is a global organization dedicated to advancing women's rights, gender equality, and the empowerment of all women and girls. Established as the lead UN entity on gender equality, UN Women serves as the secretariat of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. The organization works to shift laws, institutions, social behaviors, and services to close the gender gap and build an equal world for all women and girls. UN Women collaborates with governments, women's movements, and the private sector to translate progress into lasting changes. The organization focuses on four key areas: leadership, economic empowerment, freedom from violence, and women, peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, as well as humanitarian action. UN Women is committed to keeping the rights of women and girls at the center of global progress, emphasizing that gender equality is not just a mission but an integral part of its identity. One of its significant initiatives is the Women Count program, which aims to improve the availability, accessibility, and use of gender data to support member states in implementing the 2030 Agenda. This multi-year, multi-country program connects normative and technical work on gender statistics at both global and regional levels, with three primary aims: creating a supportive policy environment, improving data production, and increasing data use through tools and training.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for Video Production involves supporting the global launch of the Decade of Impact campaign, which commemorates a ten-year milestone for the Women Count program. The campaign will kick off in March 2026, and a key asset for this campaign will be a compelling two-minute video that showcases the program's successes. The volunteer will work under the supervision of the Outreach and Communication Specialist to create this video, which will include visual animation elements and video clips. The goal is to highlight the achievements of the Women Count program effectively and engagingly, ensuring that the video resonates with diverse audiences and communicates the impact of the program on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteer will be responsible for several key tasks, including:

• Supporting the global launch of the Decade of Impact campaign by creating a compelling two-minute video that incorporates visual animation elements and video clips.
• Integrating visual elements such as custom illustrations and icons to ensure a cohesive visual narrative throughout the video.
• Designing engaging and accessible data visualizations, including graphs, charts, timelines, and infographics, to simplify and effectively communicate complex data and content.
• Exporting the final video in two versions: one optimized for social media platforms and another suitable for screening at events.
• Collaborating with the Outreach and Communication Specialist to ensure that the video aligns with the campaign's objectives and messaging.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for this position should possess a strong background in video production and graphic design. They should have experience in creating engaging visual content, particularly in the context of social media and event presentations. Proficiency in video editing software and graphic design tools is essential, as well as a good understanding of data visualization principles. The candidate should also demonstrate creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while meeting deadlines. Strong communication skills are necessary to collaborate effectively with the Outreach and Communication Specialist and other team members.

Educational Background:
Candidates should ideally have a degree or equivalent experience in fields related to media production, graphic design, communications, or a related discipline. A strong portfolio showcasing previous video production and graphic design work will be highly beneficial in demonstrating the candidate's capabilities and creativity.

Experience:
While specific years of experience may not be required, candidates should have a demonstrated track record of producing high-quality video content and visual designs. Experience working on campaigns or projects related to gender equality, women's rights, or social issues will be considered an asset, as it aligns with the mission of UN Women and the objectives of the Decade of Impact campaign.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as all communications and materials will be produced in English. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to UN Women’s work, would be considered a plus, as it may enhance the reach and impact of the video content.

Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position, allowing candidates to work from anywhere. The duration of the contract is not specified, but it is expected that the volunteer will be available to commit to the project timeline leading up to the campaign launch in March 202

• This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain experience in video production and contribute to a meaningful cause focused on gender equality and women's empowerment.