Online Volunteer

Job Posting Organization:
The Community Centre for Integrated Development (CCID) is an organization dedicated to advancing the rights of communities, particularly focusing on women, girls, and young people in Cameroon. Established with the mission to empower these groups, CCID works to strengthen community leaders and organizations to effectively respond to the needs of indigenous populations. The organization is committed to building resilient communities across Africa, promoting health, education, and human rights as essential components for social, environmental, and economic growth. CCID envisions a future where all women and girls can exercise their rights freely and where communities collaborate with various stakeholders to foster development. The organization operates primarily in Cameroon and aims to create educational opportunities and resources for young people, enabling them to become leaders in social planning and policy change.

Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position at CCID is focused on the 'Her Peace, Our Peace' initiative, which aims to enhance the protection and participation of 500 adolescent girls and young women in conflict-affected coastal communities in Cameroon's South-West Region. The role involves translating a comprehensive digital campaign strategy into actionable plans and materials that will prepare CCID for a successful campaign launch. The volunteer will not manage the campaign but will ensure that CCID is equipped with the necessary tools, resources, and knowledge to run the campaign independently until its conclusion in December 202

• This includes developing a brand kit, content production pipeline, and training CCID staff and Young Women Peace Ambassadors on various aspects of campaign management and content creation.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteer will undertake a variety of tasks under the supervision of the programme team and partner organizations. Key responsibilities include conducting an inception phase with CCID leadership and Young Women Peace Ambassadors to contextualize the campaign, auditing CCID's existing social media presence, and recommending platform priorities for the campaign rollout. The volunteer will build a brand asset library, refresh CCID's WhatsApp Business hotline, produce launch and pillar content, draft post copy for the campaign's first month, and schedule content for publication. Additionally, the volunteer will design and deliver capacity-building sessions for CCID staff, train Young Women Peace Ambassadors on storytelling and videography, and produce a Campaign Operations Handbook to document workflows. The role also includes creating a playbook for the 16 Days of Activism campaign and conducting a final handover session with CCID leadership, ensuring a smooth transition and providing post-handover advisory support.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Online Volunteer position should possess strong communication skills, particularly in content creation and social media management. Familiarity with marketing" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">digital marketing strategies and tools is essential, as well as experience in community engagement and empowerment initiatives. The ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including young women and community leaders, is crucial. The volunteer should also demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and informed consent protocols, ensuring ethical practices in all campaign-related activities. Proficiency in English is mandatory, with additional language skills in Pidgin and French being advantageous.

Educational Background:
A background in communications, marketing, social sciences, or a related field is preferred for this position. Candidates should have a solid understanding of digital media and its role in community development and advocacy. Relevant coursework or certifications in digital marketing, social media strategy, or community engagement will be beneficial.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have prior experience in volunteer roles, internships, or professional positions related to digital marketing, community development, or advocacy. Experience working with youth or women's rights organizations is highly desirable, as is familiarity with campaign management and content production processes. The volunteer should be comfortable using social media platforms and management tools to effectively engage with target audiences.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory for this position, as the majority of the campaign content will be produced in English. Knowledge of Pidgin and French is considered a strong asset, as these languages will be used for priority posts and community engagement efforts. The ability to adapt content for different linguistic audiences is essential for the success of the campaign.

Additional Notes:
This position is a volunteer role and does not specify a contract duration, but it is expected to last until the completion of the campaign in December 202

• The role is full-time and requires a commitment to the objectives of the 'Her Peace, Our Peace' initiative. CCID is open to recruiting volunteers nationally and internationally, and while compensation details are not provided, volunteers may receive training and experience that can enhance their professional development.