Edit Public Information Outreach Materials

Volunteering

Overview

Edit Public information outreach materials for effective communication.

You have:

• Two years of experience in a media or other fast-paced editorial environment
• Strong, and proven, editorial, writing and other communication capabilities
• Exceptional digital aptitude
• Ability to coordinate content professionally with Web, multimedia, communications and social teams
• Detail-oriented, creative, able to work efficiently under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in HTML and Adobe Photoshop
• Web and graphic design experience is a plus

Contract

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The Online Volunteer assignment supports the communications and Public Information Unit of UNISFA - Abyei. with delegated Authority the Volunteer will edit Public information outreach materials for media relations ,publications ,web and digital media with the objective of promoting awareness and respect for the mission's work and Mandate. Expected output includes editing of overview on Mission Contingents, editing texts for the website and magazine among others and supporting activities towards attainment of Mission Mandate.

Under the supervision of the Public Information Office, the Online Volunteer will work with Public Information Office unit to undertake the following functions:

• Read content of up to ten(10) publications and correct for errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar • Rewrite copy of up to ten(10) materials to make it easier for readers to understand • Verify facts using standard reference sources • Help with evaluations of submissions to decide what to publish within the duration of this assignment • Develop story and content ideas while being mindful of the audience within the duration of this assignment • Allocate space for the text, photos, and illustrations that make up a story within the duration of this assignment • Work with communications team to review and edit online platforms such as social media, websites and information materials like press releases within the duration of this assignment.

Volunteers will be expected to deliver the following: • Edited and simplified versions of up to 10 written materials (with tracked changes and final versions). • A set of fact-checking summaries, story ideas, and content outlines (5–10 total). • Final content package including layout suggestions and improved online posts or articles (up to 10 items).

• Two years of experience in a media or other fast-paced editorial environment • Strong, and proven, editorial, writing and other communication capabilities • Exceptional digital aptitude • Ability to coordinate content professionally with Web, multimedia, communications and social teams • Detail-oriented, creative, able to work efficiently under tight deadlines • Proficiency in HTML and Adobe Photoshop • Web and graphic design experience is a plus

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