Job Description

Details:
Mission and objectives:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA's strategic plan, focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. UNFPA has been operating in India since 1974.
Aligned with the UNFPA Strategic Plan 2022-2025, the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), and the 2030 Agenda, CP-10 focuses on achieving the three transformative results:

• Ending preventable maternal deaths
• Ending the unmet need for family planning
• Ending gender-based violence and harmful practices

Context:
In this context, the UN Youth University Volunteer Communications Associate will support UNFPA's communications efforts to enhance its visibility, engage wider audiences, and promote the impact of its work through digital storytelling, content creation and strategic social media and influencer engagement.
Task description:
As part of the UNFPA Rajasthan State Office under the direct supervision of the Head of Office and in close coordination with the Communications and Media unit at UNFPA Country Office, UN Youth University Volunteer Communications Associate will be responsible for undertaking the following activities:
? Contribute to the development of communication materials such as leaflets, posters, and digital slides using Canva and or other design software.
? Help prepare basic content calendar, briefs for events, campaigns, and field visits
? Take photos and short videos during events/field visits using a smartphone and/or camera (guidance will be provided)
? Support event coordination, on-ground communications coverage, and documentation
? Draft short stories or testimonials capturing human-interest aspects of the programme
? Assist in organizing and archiving photo/video content and communication files
? Help monitor social media engagement and compile basic analytics
? Provide support for proofreading, formatting, and reviewing content
? Liaise with the Country Office Communications Team to highlight state-specific activities
? Monthly reporting to supervisor (State Head Rajasthan)
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:
? Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);
? Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
? Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
? Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
? Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
? Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Requirements:
? Demonstrated interest and/or experience in communication.
Essential:
? Familiarity with Canva for graphic design and video editing and/or other design software
? Comfortable using a smartphone camera/ DSLR to shoot photos and videos
? Interest in visual storytelling, social impact communications, and digital media
? Willingness to learn and apply basic design principles (composition, colour, text hierarchy, etc.)
? Ability to manage multiple tasks, respond to feedback, and meet agreed deadlines
? Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills
? Exposure to or interest in AI-based multimedia tools
Desirable:
? Experience contributing to college-level communications, student-led campaigns, or social media pages
? Basic understanding of video editing workflows (e.g., adding subtitles, music, voiceover)
? Proficient in basic sketching and drawing using a stylus for visual communication and concept development.
? Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;
Competencies and values:
?? Accountability
?? Adaptability and Flexibility
?? Building Trust
?? Commitment and Motivation
?? Commitment to Continuous Learning
?? Communication
?? Creativity
?? Empowering Others
?? Ethics and Values
?? Integrity
?? Leadership
?? Managing Performance
?? Respect for Diversity
?? Self-Management
?? Working in Teams
Area(s) of expertise:

• Communication

Required education level:
Bachelor's degree
Other information: Jaipur is the capital and the largest city of the Indian state of Rajasthan. As of 2011, the city had a population of 3.1 million, making it the tenth most populous city in the country. Jaipur is also known as the Pink City, due to the dominant color scheme of its buildings. Jaipur has a hot semi-arid climate. It receives over 63 cm of rainfall annually. But most rains occur in the monsoon months between June and September. Temperatures remain relatively high during summer from April to early July. The winter months of November to February are mild and pleasant.

Skills Required