Support UNDSS in Creative Writing

Support in visual storytelling and content creation for UNDSS

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Overview

Support in visual storytelling and content creation for UNDSS

You have:

  • Strong writing and editing skills with experience in content creation.
  • Ability to collaborate and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
  • Creativity, attention to detail, and a passion for impactful communication.

Contract

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UNDSS enables the planning and safe conduct of mandates, missions, activities, and programmes of the United Nations system. UNDSS is present in over 125 countries. Security is crucial to all UN programmes, so UNDSS works wherever the UN has a footprint.

Together with UNDP, the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) Indonesia is seeking for Online Volunteers to support in visual storytelling and content creation. This opportunity is ideal for individuals passionate about creative writing, offering hands-on experience while contributing to UNDSS’ mission to enable the planning and the safe conduct of mandates, missions, activities, and programmes of the United Nations system.

We are looking for skilled and motivated Online Volunteers to support UNDSS’ creative communication efforts. Online Volunteers will work on visual and written content that enhances UNDSS’ outreach, awareness campaigns, and information dissemination. The selected Online Volunteers will contribute their expertise in creative writing to develop engaging materials for various platforms.

Specifically, Online Volunteers will support in: • Developing engaging written content for UNDSS communication materials. • Assisting in crafting articles, captions, and advocacy messages. • Ensuring clarity, accuracy, and alignment with UNDSS’ policy.

The candidates must have: • Strong writing and editing skills with experience in content creation. • Ability to collaborate and meet deadlines within a fast-paced environment. • Creativity, attention to detail, and a passion for impactful communication.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you had to meet a tight deadline for a creative project? This question assesses your time management skills and ability to work under pressure. Discuss the project details, how you prioritized tasks, and what the outcomes were.
What strategies do you use to ensure your writing is clear and engaging? This question evaluates your writing and editing skills in terms of clarity and engagement. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a successful collaboration on a content creation project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you handle feedback on your writing? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What inspires your creativity when writing? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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