Online Volunteer for Youth Voices for International Year of the Woman Farmer Campaign

Job Posting Organization:
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. Established in 1945, FAO has a mission to achieve security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food security for all and ensure that people have regular access to enough high-quality food to lead active, healthy lives. The organization operates in over 130 countries and has a workforce of more than 12,000 employees. FAO's work is guided by the principles of sustainability, inclusivity, and resilience, aiming to transform agrifood systems to achieve better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life, leaving no one behind. The Office of Youth and Women (OYW) within FAO focuses on enhancing the role of youth in agrifood systems, facilitating their participation in policy processes, and mobilizing resources to empower young people, particularly young women, in these systems.

Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position is part of the WFF's Global Youth Action Initiative, which aims to empower youth to transform agrifood systems for a sustainable food future. Volunteers will engage in a social media campaign that emphasizes youth voices and outreach, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, as part of the International Year of the Woman Farmer 2026 initiative. The role involves attending training sessions on youth storytelling, contributing to social media posts, and supporting the creation and amplification of content that highlights youth leadership and young women in agrifood systems. Volunteers will also be responsible for encouraging community participation and dialogue, as well as collaborating with fellow volunteers to ensure coordinated messaging and campaign visibility.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend a virtual training session on youth storytelling and participate in FAO Youth Masterclasses to enhance storytelling, advocacy, and digital communication skills.
• Contribute 10-20 social media posts to a coordinated multi-phase social media campaign across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Support the creation and adaptation of social media content, including posts, captions, short videos, testimonials, and visuals that highlight youth leadership and young women in agrifood systems.
• Share and amplify campaign messages through personal, academic, professional, and community networks using designated campaign hashtags.
• Support youth storytelling initiatives by amplifying stories, quotes, and reflections from young leaders.
• Encourage community participation and online dialogue through engagement activities such as comments, reposts, and polls.
• Assist in digital outreach and dissemination through various channels, including National Youth Chapters and partner organizations.
• Collaborate with fellow volunteers to ensure consistent messaging and campaign visibility across regions.
• If assigned as a Coordination Online Volunteer, facilitate communication and support among a small team of volunteers, monitor campaign engagement, and gather community feedback.

Required Qualifications:

• Strong interest in youth empowerment, agrifood systems, and social media advocacy.
• Fluency in Urdu is required for effective communication and outreach.
• Experience in social media management, content creation, or digital communication is preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and engage with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure coordinated campaign efforts.

Educational Background:
While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly stated, a background in communications, social sciences, agriculture, or related fields would be beneficial for understanding the context of agrifood systems and youth engagement.

Experience:
Previous experience in volunteer roles, particularly in social media campaigns, youth advocacy, or community engagement, is advantageous. Familiarity with agrifood systems and the challenges faced by young women in these contexts will enhance the effectiveness of the volunteer's contributions.

Languages:
Fluency in Urdu is mandatory for this position, as it is essential for outreach and communication within the target demographic. Proficiency in English or other languages may be considered an asset but is not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position, and the duration of the contract is not specified. The role is part-time and flexible, allowing volunteers to contribute according to their availability. Volunteers are encouraged to indicate their involvement with FAO national Youth chapters in their motivation statements.