Y-MAP data collection in the Asia Pacific region (Iran)
Support youth organizations through data collection and outreach activities
Overview
Support youth organizations through data collection and outreach activities
You have:
- Experience in data collection and management, especially related to youth organizations.
- Proficient in English and Persian languages.
- Availability of 1-5 hours per week for 4 weeks starting June 2021.
- Strong motivation towards community development.
Contract
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UNESCO Bangkok Office invites young people who are living around the world to be volunteers on the Asia-Pacific Interagency Network on Youth to reach out to youth organizations and collect Y-MAP data. Y-Map includes database maintenance, updating youth organization status, request for the latitude and longitude of a youth organization which currently captures 1634+ organizations and covers 30+ countries, and the development of a layer for individuals. Data collection Online Volunteers will support includes reaching out to youth organizations and requesting the latitude and longitude of youth organization location in each country, in order to get an accurate location. The batch will be from June to July 2021.
- Outreach and advocacy
Other communications related experience
Asia-Pacific Interagency Network on Youth (APINY) is a platform where youth organizations may be able to do some collaborations, share their stories and opportunities for other young people. APINY also acts as a channel for 'Youth Interest' in particular to match group/s in their area working on relevant issues. The aim of this platform is to strengthen different partnerships and knowledge exchanges among United Nations (UN) entities, Civil Society Organizations (CSO), and the Youth. Also, the goal is to implement or strengthen policies that provide opportunities for young people to build their capacities and contribute to development in the context of the Asia-Pacific region’s social, economic, and environmental challenges.
Volunteers: 2 needed
1-5 hours per week / 4 weeks
The task requires candidates with skills and experience in data collecting and communication. This requires highly motivated candidates who are passionate about community development.
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
- English, Persian
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a time when you successfully reached out to gather information from organizations? | This question gauges your experience in outreach and data gathering. | Provide details of the outreach methods you used and the outcomes achieved. |
| What motivates you to work with youth organizations and community development? | The interviewer is looking to understand your passion and commitment to the role. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple commitments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you employ to engage youth organizations for data collection? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a challenging situation you faced while volunteering. How did you handle it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |