Online Volunteer

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is the United Nations organization dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering women globally. Established to accelerate progress on meeting the needs of women and girls, UN Women serves as a global champion for their rights. The organization focuses on various aspects of women's empowerment, including leadership, economic independence, and the elimination of violence against women. UN Women operates in multiple countries, engaging in advocacy and communications efforts to raise awareness and promote gender equality.

Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position at UN Women Kazakhstan is designed to enhance the organization's communications and advocacy initiatives through the creation of engaging digital content. The role involves supporting the development of creative materials for social media campaigns, international observances, and advocacy initiatives aimed at increasing public awareness about gender equality and women's empowerment. Volunteers will work under the guidance of the Communications Focal Point and will be responsible for producing various digital content formats, including social media visuals, infographics, and short videos. This position is crucial for strengthening UN Women's digital outreach and ensuring that key messages about women's rights and empowerment reach diverse audiences effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Online Volunteers will have a range of responsibilities, including but not limited to: editing 6-10 short videos and reels for social media campaigns; designing 8-12 social media cards, carousel posts, and other visual content for UN international days and advocacy campaigns; creating 2-4 infographics and data visualizations based on reports and statistics; transforming existing communication materials into engaging digital formats suitable for social media; ensuring all products align with UN Women branding and communication guidelines; and potentially participating in a virtual orientation call with the UN Women Communications team. Depending on their skills, volunteers may focus on video editing, graphic design, or infographic development, with specific tasks assigned accordingly.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for the Online Volunteer position should possess skills in graphic design and video editing. They should have a strong understanding of social media platforms and digital content creation. Familiarity with UN Women’s mission and objectives, as well as a commitment to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment, is essential. Volunteers should be able to work collaboratively in a virtual environment and adhere to deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards in their work.

Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in communications, graphic design, multimedia production, or a related field would be beneficial for candidates applying for this position. Relevant coursework or training in digital content creation and social media marketing is also advantageous.

Experience:
Experience in graphic design, video editing, or digital content creation is required for this role. Candidates should have a portfolio or examples of previous work that demonstrate their skills in producing engaging visual content. Experience working with non-profit organizations or in advocacy campaigns related to gender equality and women's rights would be a plus, although not mandatory.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, as all communications and materials will be developed in this language. Knowledge of additional languages, particularly those relevant to the local context in Kazakhstan, would be considered an asset but is not required.

Additional Notes:
This position is a volunteer role, and as such, it may not offer financial compensation. The duration of the contract is not specified, but volunteers are expected to commit to the tasks outlined in the job description. The role is part-time and can be performed remotely, allowing for flexibility in working hours. Selected volunteers will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives that promote gender equality and women's empowerment in Kazakhstan.