ARAB YOUTH SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT NETWORK
AYSDN is a youth-led regional network launched among youth professionals and experts from the MENA region working on Sustainable Development Goals. The network aims to develop effective ideas and solutions that enhance the participation of young people and contribute to the promotion of their leading role in the development of societies. AYSDN was first established in 2018 and it had more than 15 regional ambassadors from MENA countries who have implemented online & in-person awareness raising workshops among their local communities. AYSDN keen to assist local government, local and international Organizations, private sectors and to support the United Nations to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals in the Arab World as well as educate youth about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and provide practical volunteering opportunities, amongst other activities, to unleash their potential while being an active world citizen, and raising the awareness about climate change issues among youth .
AYSDN is looking for a suitable Volunteer to fill the position of Publishing and platform development officer:
Contract type: Volunteer One year ( might be extended )
Number of Posts: 1 Posts
Direct Supervisor: Communication Director
Duty Station: Remotely.
Announcement date: 29.05.2023
Deadline date: 07.06.2023
Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Developing effective media strategies for the community center.
- Managing internal communications processes such as electronic bulletins,… etc.
- Writing draft content such as press releases for the media or the organization’s website.
- Organizing initiatives and well planning for important events, various events and press conferences.
- Liaising with the media and handling media interview requests.
- Improving relations with the targeted public & social figures.
- Collaborating with marketing professionals to produce ads and articles.
- Confronting and dealing with negative publicity towards AYSDN and direct exposure to threats, creative solutions to solve out problems.
- Facilitating and solving problems with the first public and service providers.
- Assisting in developing communication strategies and formulating senior leadership messages for AYSDN.
- Helping lead the communication process in times of crisis and responding to emergencies.
- Activating and supplying AYSDN’s website and social media sites with news, media coverage and documentation of all the implemented activities.
- Implementing various designs for publications.
- Production of media materials, films and others.
- Preparing information materials for attracting donors.
- Media monitoring & analyzing of AYSDN’s news and related news, and developing plans for how to benefit from them.
- Developing plans for the media perspective.
- Keeping pace with local trends and implementing in line with the established AYSDN.
- Maintaining the AYSDN’s identity in all media.
- Coordination of activities related to public relations.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and Media.
- Obtaining certificates in specialized programs in designs.
- Practical experience in a media specialist.
- Strong relationships with media organizations.
- Proficiency in dealing with web design and production programs.
- Proficiency in the use of all different design applications very well.
- Writing advertisements, editing and drafting texts.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and photo and video editing programs.
- Proficiency in Arabic and English.
How to Apply
Please send your applications by email to: Click Here
Indicating in the subject line: Publishing and platform development officer
Only Shortlisted Candidates will be contacted
Deadline to send your application: 15.07.2023