Y-MAP data collection in the Asia Pacific region (Thailand)

Support data collection from youth organizations across the Asia-Pacific region

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Application deadline 5 years ago: Friday 18 Jun 2021 at 16:00 UTC

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Overview

Support data collection from youth organizations across the Asia-Pacific region

You have:

  • Experience in data collection and communication is required.
  • Ability to outreach and advocate for youth organizations.
  • Availability of 1-5 hours per week for a duration of 4 weeks.

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.

  • Thailand

  • English, Thai

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a past experience where you had to collect data from multiple sources? This question evaluates your data collection skills and your ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. Provide a brief overview of the project, the methods you used for data collection, and the outcome.
How would you approach outreach to youth organizations that you have little prior knowledge of? The interviewer wants to know your strategy for unfamiliar outreach efforts. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you provide an example of when you had to advocate for a cause or project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What motivates you to volunteer for youth development initiatives? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure effective communication when working remotely? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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