Digital Media Specialist

Contract

This is a UNV Community Volunteer contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV Community Volunteer contracts.

The provided text outlines the context and collaboration efforts between the Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project, the Youth Employment Programme, and UNDP Egypt's social media activities. This collaboration aims to amplify the impact of sustainable innovation and business development, digitalization, and e-commerce, creating a comprehensive approach to green growth. Additionally, the engagement of youth in the Accelerator is highlighted through various strategies, including supporting youth-led enterprises, targeting youth employment in the Accelerator, and involving Youth4Sustainability groups in co-creating solutions for companies. This approach not only taps into the skills and creativity of young people but also ensures the sustainability of the project's impact beyond its end date. Moreover, the UNV Social Media Content Creator and Copywriter in UNDP Egypt play a crucial role in maintaining an active online presence and implementing the Communication Strategy. This involves creating multimedia digital content, developing key messages, and producing content for various social media platforms. The expected outputs include the development of a monthly social media content calendar, creative visual and text content for social media platforms, and active participation in implementing the UNDP Egypt Communications Strategy. This collaborative effort aims to enhance the visibility and reach of the Green Growth and Jobs Accelerator Project and contribute to its successful outcomes.

Under the direct supervision of Inclusive Growth & Innovation Team Leader, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: Multimedia/visual communications at the national/international level, in addition to: • Experience in internal communications and social media outreach highly desirable. • Video editing and graphic designing skills;

• Accountability; • Adaptability and flexibility; • Creativity; • Judgement and decision-making; • Planning and organising; • Professionalism; • Self-management.

in graphic design with previous experience in designing document layouts, and must have in-depth knowledge of graphic design applications, as well as good verbal and written communication skills. A degree in graphic design or related field is considered an asset. • Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others; • Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills; • Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team; • Flexible and open to learning and new experiences; • Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions; • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded; • Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others).

Cairo is a Security Level 3 (Moderate) and category “A” Duty station. Cairo, the capital of Egypt, is among the largest cities not only in Africa and the Middle East but also globally (the 19th largest city across the world). It is also one of the most densely populated cities worldwide with a population in excess of 16 million people. The weather in Cairo is mostly warm or hot with cool nights: a very hot summer May to October and a mild winter November to April. The city is very dry, with an average of about one centimeter of rain a year but can have high humidity levels in summer. Cairo occasionally experiences dust storms brought by the sirocco hot winds characteristic of the country’s climate in April. Cairo (and Egypt) has long been a centre of the region’s political and cultural life, with high levels of tourism. Like other similar cities, Cairo offers good quality life in terms of access to shopping centres, banks, medical services, cultural events, etc.