Volunteer Assistant for Editorial and Media Archiving

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JOB TITLE Volunteer Assistant for Editorial and Media Archiving TYPE OF CONTRACT WFP Volunteer Programme UNIT/DIVISION Partnerships & Communications and Donor Relations DUTY STATION Manila, Philippines DURATION Eight (8) months NO. OF POST Two (2)

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide and working in more than 80 countries. WFP is well known for its ability to deliver food assistance rapidly to people in need. In order to respond effectively in the challenging contexts in which WFP operates, staff require sound knowledge of the fundamentals of emergency and transition programming, as well as skills in specialized areas. WFP was the recipient of the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize awarded for its efforts to combat hunger, for its contribution to bettering conditions for peace in conflict-affected areas and for acting as a driving force in efforts to prevent the use of hunger as a weapon of war".

The World Food Programme’s engagement in the Philippines is constantly evolving. Initially commencing operations in the 1960s, WFP officially re-established its presence in 2006 to support the peace process in Mindanao, to provide life-saving food assistance in emergencies and to develop programmes that seek to improve nutrition and the overall quality of life of vulnerable people. Since July 1stmid 2018, WFP has been implementing a five-year Country Strategic Plan (CSP 2018-2023) to support the Government of the Philippines to address food insecurity, reduce malnutrition and build the resilience of vulnerable populations. In its strategic plan, WFP identified four outcomes and five main activities:

• Strategic outcome 1: Crisis-affected people in the Philippines are able to meet their food and nutrition needs during and immediately after an emergency. • Strategic outcome 2: Women, boys and girls in provinces prioritized by the Government have adequate and healthy diets to reduce malnutrition by 2022 in line with government targets. • Strategic outcome 3: Vulnerable communities in Mindanao have improved food security and nutrition by 2022 in line with government targets. • Strategic outcome 4: National and local government agencies have enhanced capabilities to reduce vulnerability to shocks by 2022.

JOB PURPOSE

WFP Philippines is looking for volunteers who will assist the Partnerships & Communications and Donor Relations Unit.

BACKGROUND

The WFP Philippines Country Office promotes volunteerism to support humanitarian and development initiatives. Through the WFP Volunteer Program, WFP aims to provide valuable training to promising youth based in the Philippines, who are in their third or final year in college or university, or who have graduated within the last three years.

The internship may be applied to required training hours of the volunteers in pursue of their university degrees. Due to COVID-19, this will be a virtual internship completed remotely with in-person interactions limited to fully vaccinated volunteers.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Subject to the Memorandum on Conditions Governing Assignment as Vountary Assistant with the World Food Programme (WFP).

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Officer with overall supervision of the Country Director.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

• Provide graphic design and editorial support for the WFP Philippines’ communications team for all social media output on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and other platforms, to maintain and enhance WFP Philippines’ visibility and reputation • Work on layouts and typography to make communications content more appealing, distinct, fresh, and visually accessible (clean, easily legible, etc.) on all digital and traditional platforms • Support the communications team in the archiving and maintenance of a digital library of key messages and visual assets • Provide graphic design and visual support for the promotion of special events, to attract audiences, including potential funders • Other tasks as assigned by the team

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Third or in the final year of education in a Communications related program or have graduated in the last three years

Experience:

• Advanced computer literacy including advanced knowledge in the use of MS Word, Power Point and Excel • Proficient in standard graphic design software, including: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Canva • Exceptional writing skills with existing portfolio • Knowledge of other artistic skills (eg., music composition, visual art) that could be used to elevate and compliment visual media • In tune with contemporary aesthetic sensibilities • Comfortable with people and remote interactions

Language: Fluent written and oral English and Tagalog

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Previous experience working as a volunteer

• Demonstrated interest in creative extra-curricular activities on or off campus

4Ps CORE ORGANISATIONAL CAPABILITIES

Purpose

• Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Builds an understanding of WFP’s Strategic Objectives.
• Be a force for positive change: Approaches individual tasks and responsibilities with a positive attitude and demeanor.
• Make the mission inspiring to our team: Understands the impact of WFP activities in beneficiary communities.
• Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Connects individual tasks and responsibilities to unit’s goals and mission.

People

• Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Seeks opportunities to build and enhance individual skills.
• Create an inclusive culture: Demonstrates respect and understanding for diversity and cultural differences.
• Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Identifies and approaches colleagues or supervisors to serve as coaches.
• Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Sets clear goals and measurable targets for own tasks and responsibilities.

Performance

• Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Assesses own tasks and responsibilities to find ways to be more efficient.
• Focus on getting results: Maintains accurate records of completion times and tasks in own areas of responsibility.
• Make commitments and make good on commitments: Understands responsibilities and the metrics associated with own tasks.
• Be Decisive: Notifies supervisors of dangerous situations or potential issues that may arise while in the field or office.

Partnership

• Connect and share across WFP units: Understands WFP’s organizational structure, including the purpose and mission of each unit.
• Build strong external partnerships: Supports team in working with colleagues and WFP’s partners in the field toward common goals.
• Be politically agile & adaptable: Maintains a professional and courteous relationship with other WFP employees and partners in the field.
• Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Understands own team’s contributions in its partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

Deadline for applications is on 08 August 2021; 11:59 PM. Interested candidates are required to complete an online candidate profile in UN WFP Careers Website (https://www.wfp.org/careers). Only applications received from this website are considered valid and will be processed and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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WFP strongly encourages applications from those that will help us reach gender balance and also from persons with disabilities.

WFP is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organisation. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection & recruitment process, and for work-related needs upon joining the Programme. WFP has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority or discrimination. All selected candidates will, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.