Online Volunteer for Digital Advocacy
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
Action Lab for Development (ACTLAB) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing education and community development through structured training in entrepreneurship, innovation, and vocational skills. Established with a mission to enhance educational opportunities for youth, women, and economically disadvantaged communities, ACTLAB employs various initiatives such as workshops, collaborative learning, and skill-based volunteering. The organization has been recognized with Special Consultative Status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2020 and expanded its operations internationally by registering as an Extra-Provincial Corporation in Alberta, Canada, in 202
Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for Digital Advocacy is part of a 12-week initiative aimed at expanding access to learning and promoting ACTLAB's work in education, innovation, community development, and responsible artificial intelligence. Volunteers will play a crucial role in disseminating educational content, amplifying project information, and connecting resources with diverse audiences, particularly targeting youth, educators, community members, and grassroots changemakers. The initiative will also highlight ACTLAB's AI4D/IDIA Cohort 2 project in Cameroon, which focuses on AI literacy, ethical reflection, community voice, AI governance, and responsible AI use. Volunteers will be expected to work independently under ACTLAB's guidance, utilizing various digital platforms to share approved content and engage with online communities effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Each Online Volunteer will be responsible for independently sharing approved educational and project-related content through various digital platforms and online communities. This includes liking, commenting, reposting, and sharing ACTLAB content to enhance access to educational information. Volunteers will tag relevant individuals, organizations, and communities in accordance with communication guidelines and share selected content through personal networks on platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. They will also adapt ACTLAB-provided captions for specific audiences while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the original messaging. Volunteers are expected to engage constructively with online audiences, promote AI literacy, ethical reflection, community voice, responsible AI use, and AI governance, and direct interested parties to ACTLAB's educational resources. Additionally, they will maintain a record of their activities and submit weekly reports using a provided template.
Required Qualifications:
Volunteers should possess strong digital communication skills and be comfortable using various social media platforms. They should have the ability to engage constructively with online audiences and adapt content for different demographics. Familiarity with AI concepts and a passion for education and community development are essential. Volunteers should also demonstrate a commitment to ethical communication practices and the mission of ACTLAB.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in communications, education, social sciences, or a related field would be beneficial. Volunteers should have a strong understanding of digital advocacy and public-interest communication.
Experience:
No prior experience is required, but familiarity with online community engagement and digital content sharing is advantageous. Volunteers should be willing to learn and adapt to the needs of the initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to their responsibilities.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of French or other relevant languages is considered an asset, especially for translating or localizing content.
Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position with a duration of 12 weeks. Volunteers will not be expected to make financial contributions or engage in commercial activities. Upon successful completion of the assignment, volunteers will receive a UN Volunteers certificate of appreciation, recognizing their contributions to the initiative.
Action Lab for Development (ACTLAB) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing education and community development through structured training in entrepreneurship, innovation, and vocational skills. Established with a mission to enhance educational opportunities for youth, women, and economically disadvantaged communities, ACTLAB employs various initiatives such as workshops, collaborative learning, and skill-based volunteering. The organization has been recognized with Special Consultative Status by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) since 2020 and expanded its operations internationally by registering as an Extra-Provincial Corporation in Alberta, Canada, in 202
- It was incorporated as Action Lab for Development Association under Alberta’s Societies Act on July 15, 202
- ACTLAB also develops MoralityCode AI, a free and open-source mobile moral artificial intelligence initiative that explores the intersection of AI with human values, ethics, and compassion. Through its online volunteering and learning programs, ACTLAB engages individuals globally in knowledge sharing and sustainable development initiatives.
Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for Digital Advocacy is part of a 12-week initiative aimed at expanding access to learning and promoting ACTLAB's work in education, innovation, community development, and responsible artificial intelligence. Volunteers will play a crucial role in disseminating educational content, amplifying project information, and connecting resources with diverse audiences, particularly targeting youth, educators, community members, and grassroots changemakers. The initiative will also highlight ACTLAB's AI4D/IDIA Cohort 2 project in Cameroon, which focuses on AI literacy, ethical reflection, community voice, AI governance, and responsible AI use. Volunteers will be expected to work independently under ACTLAB's guidance, utilizing various digital platforms to share approved content and engage with online communities effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Each Online Volunteer will be responsible for independently sharing approved educational and project-related content through various digital platforms and online communities. This includes liking, commenting, reposting, and sharing ACTLAB content to enhance access to educational information. Volunteers will tag relevant individuals, organizations, and communities in accordance with communication guidelines and share selected content through personal networks on platforms such as Facebook, TikTok, WhatsApp, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. They will also adapt ACTLAB-provided captions for specific audiences while ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the original messaging. Volunteers are expected to engage constructively with online audiences, promote AI literacy, ethical reflection, community voice, responsible AI use, and AI governance, and direct interested parties to ACTLAB's educational resources. Additionally, they will maintain a record of their activities and submit weekly reports using a provided template.
Required Qualifications:
Volunteers should possess strong digital communication skills and be comfortable using various social media platforms. They should have the ability to engage constructively with online audiences and adapt content for different demographics. Familiarity with AI concepts and a passion for education and community development are essential. Volunteers should also demonstrate a commitment to ethical communication practices and the mission of ACTLAB.
Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in communications, education, social sciences, or a related field would be beneficial. Volunteers should have a strong understanding of digital advocacy and public-interest communication.
Experience:
No prior experience is required, but familiarity with online community engagement and digital content sharing is advantageous. Volunteers should be willing to learn and adapt to the needs of the initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach to their responsibilities.
Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and knowledge of French or other relevant languages is considered an asset, especially for translating or localizing content.
Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position with a duration of 12 weeks. Volunteers will not be expected to make financial contributions or engage in commercial activities. Upon successful completion of the assignment, volunteers will receive a UN Volunteers certificate of appreciation, recognizing their contributions to the initiative.
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