Social Media and Communication Support

A Social Media and Communication Support position is currently open at UNVolunteers with the duty station in Somalia. This position is within the Media sector. Interested applicants should submit their applications before Sep, 10.

Mission and objectives

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development, and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.

Context

The UNV office in Somalia is seeking enthusiastic and creative Online Volunteers to support our digital outreach and communication efforts. This initiative aims to increase the visibility of the valuable work being undertaken by the communication team and to strengthen the growth and uptake of the Online Volunteering service at the country level. By engaging a wider network of volunteers, we aim to raise public awareness, strengthen community engagement, and expand the reach of the UNV programme in Somalia.

Task type

Social media presence

Task description

The Online Volunteers will support digital outreach activities for the UNV office in Somalia. Specific tasks shall include: • Content Promotion: Share and promote corporate and local content on various digital and social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube). • Content Creation: Develop creative ideas and content (posts, articles, graphics, short videos) to engage diverse local audiences and raise awareness of key messages and stories relevant to Somalia. • Community Engagement: Actively engage with local organizations and communities to foster partnerships and increase campaign reach. • Event Support: Organize and participate in local online events, such as virtual discussions, webinars, and digital storytelling sessions. •Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor and report on engagement metrics and feedback from outreach activities. Online Volunteers will report to the Regional Communication Assistant and will receive training, messaging guidelines, and visual assets to support them in their role.

About Somalia

Somalia is located in the Horn of Africa and has a growing job market, particularly in the humanitarian, development, and private sectors. Major employment hubs include Mogadishu, Hargeisa, Garowe, Baidoa, and Kismayo, with opportunities from international NGOs, UN agencies, government institutions, and an expanding private sector.

Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda

Required experience

• Required Skills: Strong communication and writing skills, creativity, and a good understanding of social media platforms. Online Volunteers should have active accounts on at least three of the social media platforms mentioned above. • Desired Skills (Advantage): Experience in content creation, graphic design, video editing, or project management. • Language: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Local Language, if applicable is a strong asset.

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required Arabic, Level: Fluent, Desirable

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