UNDP for West and Central Africa : Outreach/social media campaign for the #IAMSAHEL project

Online
Cameroon 12 weeks
500 assignment(s)

Open recruitment (advertised)

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General
Description of assignment title
Outreach/social media campaign for the #IAMSAHEL project

Assignment country : Cameroon

Expected start date

Sustainable Development Goal
17. Partnerships for the goals

For how many hours per week will the volunteer be required?
11 - 15

Host entity
UNDP for West and Central Africa

Type : Online

Duration : 12 weeks

Number of assignments : 500

Details
Mission and objectives
As the United Nations lead agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated in three focus areas; sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience.

UNDP’s mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.

The UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (WACA) otherwise known as the Dakar Hub is part of the larger Regional Service Centre for Africa (RSCA) and is situated in Dakar, Senegal. It aims at strengthening resilience and sustainable development in the Sahel and WACA region by accelerating effective implementation of regional initiatives and supporting the 24 UNDP Country Offices in the region. To this effect, the Dakar Hub is well positioned to facilitate partnerships with UN regional representations in the sub-region, Regional Economic Commissions (RECs), regional and sub-regional institutions, research centers and institutes, donor representations, and other international organizations.

The Dakar Hub’s offer for the region in spread out into five key areas
1. Governance; 2) Youth; 3) Renewable Energy; 4) Climate Action & 5) Livelihoods, economic recovery, and human mobility in fragile, crisis and post crisis context.

Context
The Sahel—a vast and diverse region that stretches from the Atlantic coast of Senegal to the borders of Chad stands amidst both challenges and immense potential. Made up of Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Chad, Guinea, Mauritania, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal and The Gambia, the region is home to over 384 million people. The region is characterized by its rich cultural diversity, strategic geopolitical significance, and youthful demographic, which present unique opportunities and challenges.
Despite issues such as political instability, conflict and climate change affecting some of the Sahelian countries, the region continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience driven by the desires and ambitions of its people to create change for themselves and their communities. Recent strides toward political stability and democratic governance in several countries, coupled with ongoing regional cooperation efforts, have started to give rise to a new narrative anchored on opportunity rather than adversity.
The Sahel's diverse cultures and histories, from the nomadic communities in the arid north to the vibrant coastal cities in the west, contribute to its rich tapestry of life. These elements, along with the region’s abundant natural resources, are critical levers for its economic development. Recent initiatives in technology, agriculture, and renewable energy illustrate the region's capacity for adaptation and growth. As the region navigates this transformation, there is a pressing need for platforms that amplify local voices and foster a deeper understanding of the Sahel's dynamic landscape.
This is where the #IAMSahel campaign steps in, aiming to highlight efforts being undertaken by Sahelians to drive sustainable transformation and spotlight opportunities often overshadowed by the prevailing focus on conflicts and crises.


Task type
Communication and social media

Task description
We are seeking support of 500 Online Volunteers to help us raising awareness and visibility on of the #IAMSAHEL campaign by focusing on the region's uniqueness and the resilience, ingenuity, and diversity of its people. For this purpose, selected Online Volunteers, under the supervision and guidance of the UNDP and UNV foal points, will support by:

- To share/post the social media card and other social media content through their personal social media handles
- Promote the campaigns and opportunities published on the UNDP West and Central Africa region
- Submit an activity report at the end of the assignment, the template will be provided.


Selected Online Volunteers will be provided with information and material relevant and necessary to perform the task such the designed card containing the message and #hashtags to be share. Selected online volunteer will be also added to a WhatsApp’s group for a better collaboration.

Sahelian candidates, especially women, are strongly encouraged to apply

Requirements
Required experience
Candidates should have previous experience in developing communication outreach with excellent communication and writing/editing skills. Previous experience in raising awareness among target audiences is an advantage. Good knowledge of online marketing and media tools and channel is highly desired.
A degree in marketing, marketing management, communications or related fields is considered an asset.

All applications must be submitted ONLINE at : https://app.unv.org/opportunities/1764578385135872