ITU Climate Website Content Research
Conduct online research and summarize ITU's environmental sustainability initiatives.
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Overview
Conduct online research and summarize ITU's environmental sustainability initiatives.
You have:
- Extensive experience in online research including advanced search engine functions.
- Ability to navigate the Internet Archive effectively.
- Good time management skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Fluency in English.
- Background in environmental studies or a related field.
- Experience in academic or scientific research.
Contract
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ITU is at the forefront of enabling environmentally sustainable digital transformation. Recognizing the pivotal role of digital technologies in climate action and sustainable development, ITU is committed to greening the digital transition and minimizing its environmental impact. Over the years ITU has developed a wide range of online content spread across different webpages related to the role of digital technologies in climate action and sustainable development. ITU’s climate website (itu.int/climate) update aims to systematically link to this information and provide a comprehensive overview from a single location. Your research will ensure important historical information is captured and preserved.
We are looking for 2 Online Volunteers who have experience in online research, and summarizing information in an accessible format. The task includes the following responsibilities: - Identify online resources which will be used to carry out the online research (25%) - Conduct online research on history of ITU's work on environmental sustainability (50%) - Draft a summary of information, including timeline of key events, and information sources (25%)
The Online Volunteer will have the opportunity to build connections with the Environmental Focal Point at International Telecommunication Union and learn about the historical and contemporary role of digital technologies and the United Nations in advancing climate action.
We are looking for volunteers who have extensive online research experience, including the ability to utilize advanced search engine functions, and navigate the Internet Archive effectively. The preferred candidates will have good time management skills, ability to work independently, and accurately summarize and source technical information. A background in environmental studies or a related field will be beneficial. Candidates must be fluent English speakers. Experience in academic or scientific research will be an asset.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe your experience with online research tools? | This question assesses your familiarity with digital research resources. | Share specific tools and techniques you've used effectively in past research. |
| How do you prioritize your tasks when working independently? | The interviewer wants to understand your time management practices. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time you had to summarize complex information. What was your approach? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure the credibility of your sources? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why are you interested in this volunteer position with ITU? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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