U Report Coordinator

Contract

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

The UNICEF Eastern Caribbean Area is supporting the Government of Trinidad and Tobago, through the Office of the Prime Minister – Gender and Child Affairs, to establish U -Report as a credible youth engagement platform in Trinidad and Tobago.

U-Report is a social monitoring tool designed for youth and other community members to strengthen community-led development, citizen engagement and access to and use of real-time monitoring and participation platforms. It allows youth and community members to speak out via social media channels – through polls and unsolicited messages – on what is happening in their communities. It provides a forum to amplify their voices through local and national media and acts as a citizen-sourced, real-time data point for key stakeholders, service providers and decision-makers about the issues being faced in communities. The platform also feeds back useful information to the U-Report participants, so they are empowered to work for change and improvements in their localities themselves.

Information collected through U-Report will feed into national youth policies and responses.

The UNV U Report Coordinator for Trinidad and Tobago will be imbedded in the Gender and Child Affairs department. Under the Direction of the Coordinator, Child Development in the Child Affairs Division, with support from the UNICEF Communication Specialist, the will UNV U Report Coordinator will:

• Network and coordinate with a range of partners – government, youth, development partners etc. – to establish U Report Trinidad and Tobago as a credible youth platform • Assist with the development of polls, info bots and other creative content aimed at keeping young people engaged and informed • Actively manage U Report Trinidad and Tobago’s social media platforms • Map potential partners who can contribute to the growth and substantiality of U Report Trinidad and Tobago. • Promote national youth engagement activities under the Generation Unlimited banner

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Coordinator, Child Development in the Child Affairs Division or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV U Report Coordinator will:

• Development/adaption/curation of social media creative content such as videos, text-based posts and other creative elements based on U-Report’s key messages • Conduct active community management on Facebook and Instagram • Promoting social media posts to increase following • Map potential partners (CSOs, youth groups, govt ministries, other public sector organisations) that can support in outreach, promote U-Report and Generation Unlimited and disseminate our messages • Help structure poll questions and contextualise them for Trinidad and Tobago’s youth (e.g., suggesting more youth friendly approaches/language etc). • Develop flows on RapidPro, the drag-and-drop software that allows building polls which are then launched through U-Report (training will be provided). • Plan and execute public events promoting the U-Report Platform in Trinidad and Tobago. • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to the UNICEF; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to the UNICEF’s procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; • Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNICEF in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNICEF’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level in the field of youth, ICT, development, public/private partnerships

Generally, living conditions are good in Trinidad and Tobago, however, crime and security should always be taken into account. Delays in clearing of shipments through customs may occur. TV, radio and internet services are readily available. Road conditions are reasonable but traffic congestion at peak times is an issue considering the limited road capacity for the number of vehicles circulating in the country.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.