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 over 194 member countries and works in more than 130 countries worldwide. The organization aims 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. FAO's mission is to help eliminate hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition, and to promote sustainable agriculture and rural development. The Office of Youth and Women (OYW) within FAO focuses on enhancing the role of youth and women in agrifood systems, ensuring their voices are heard in policy-making processes, and facilitating their engagement in various initiatives.

Job Overview:
The position of Online Volunteer for the Youth Voices for the International Year of the Woman Farmer Campaign is designed to engage enthusiastic individuals in a dynamic platform aimed at empowering youth to transform agrifood systems. The role involves contributing to a social media campaign that emphasizes youth voices and outreach, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. Volunteers will participate in training sessions to enhance their storytelling and digital communication skills, and they will be responsible for creating and sharing content that highlights the leadership of young women and youth in agrifood systems. This position is crucial for amplifying the voices of women farmers and promoting community-led actions for better agrifood systems. Volunteers will work collaboratively to ensure consistent messaging and engagement across various social media platforms, thereby contributing to the broader goals of the WFF Young Women’s Empowerment Programme.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend a virtual training session on youth storytelling to enhance skills in advocacy and digital communication.
• Contribute 10-20 social media posts to a coordinated multi-phase campaign across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Support the creation and adaptation of social media content, including posts, captions, short videos, 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 hashtags.
• Encourage community participation and online dialogue through engagement activities such as comments, reposts, and polls.
• Collaborate with fellow volunteers to ensure coordinated messaging and consistent campaign visibility.
• 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:

• Fluency in Filipino is mandatory for this position.
• Strong interest in youth empowerment, agrifood systems, and social media advocacy.
• Ability to create engaging content for various social media platforms.
• Experience in digital communication, storytelling, or related fields is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with social media trends and best practices for engagement.

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

Experience:
Previous experience in social media management, marketing" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">digital marketing, or community engagement is advantageous. Volunteers should demonstrate a passion for youth advocacy and the ability to work in a collaborative environment. Experience in storytelling or content creation will be particularly valuable for this role.

Languages:
Fluency in Filipino is required. Proficiency in English is also beneficial, as it may facilitate communication with a broader audience and enhance the effectiveness of the campaign.

Additional Notes:
This is a 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. The campaign aims to recruit individuals who are passionate about youth empowerment and agrifood systems, and there is an emphasis on collaboration and community engagement throughout the initiative.