VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Position: Lead IVY Advocacy Campaign Coordinator – Malawi

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host Entity: United Nations Volunteers

Assignment Type: Online Volunteering

Modality: Online

Duration: 12 weeks

Hours per week: 11 – 15 hours per week

Number of Assignments: 1

Application Deadline: 25th June 2026

Sustainable Development Goal: Partnerships for the Goals

Important Note

Please note that this is an Online Volunteering assignment. It is a short-term, task-based, and non-contractual remote assignment. Online Volunteers are not UN Volunteers and do not receive any allowance or entitlements as part of the Online Volunteer assignment but receive a certificate of appreciation after successful completion.

In addition, UNV is not involved in the selection process or collaboration.

Mission and Objectives

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development, and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer.

UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.

In most cultures, volunteerism is deeply embedded in long-established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within communities. In all assignments, UN Volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct.

Context

The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) and Voluntary Services Overseas (VSO) are jointly implementing a social media advocacy campaign to commemorate the International Year of Volunteers (IVY) in Malawi. The campaign, running from June to November 2026, aims to promote volunteerism's role in achieving national development goals in Malawi.

It will highlight key themes such as volunteer wellbeing, legal frameworks, and inclusive volunteer management through a series of webinars and targeted social media initiatives. This initiative is aligned with the Global Index of Volunteer Engagement (GIVE) framework and the Global Volunteering Standard.

We are seeking a highly experienced, strategic Lead IVY Advocacy Campaign Coordinator to steer the content planning, webinar development, and overall execution of this high-profile national campaign.

Task Type

Communication and Social Media

Task Description

Under the direct supervision of the UNV Malawi field unit, the Lead IVY Advocacy Campaign Coordinator will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Develop and manage a comprehensive content plan and calendar for the entire IVY Malawi campaign, aligning with the activities outlined in the project's Gantt chart
• Lead the conceptualization, technical set-up, and development of the campaign's webinar series. This includes structuring sessions, coordinating platform logistics, and running technical dry-runs with speakers and facilitators
• Coordinate the work of support volunteers, including graphic designers and social media advocates, ensuring timely delivery of campaign assets
• Liaise with webinar leads (UNV and VSO), speakers, and facilitators to synthesize key messages and talking points into compelling content for public dissemination
• Oversee the creation of briefs for graphic designers to produce standardized templates (presentations, social media cards, quote cards) and promotional materials
• Ensure all campaign messaging is consistent and aligns with the strategic objectives, the IVY Trello board, and the global standards for volunteerism
• Monitor campaign progress against the work plan, providing regular updates to the joint UNV/VSO management team

Expected Outcomes

• A finalized, comprehensive campaign content calendar covering June to November 2026
• Successful technical coordination and execution of 8 webinar events, including completed dry-runs and platform management
• Timely delivery of all required design assets and social media toolkits, achieved through effective coordination of the volunteer design and support teams
• Consistent, high-quality campaign messaging that demonstrably aligns with the GIVE framework and IVY objectives
• Regular progress reports submitted to the UNV/VSO management team summarizing campaign milestones and engagement metrics

Assignment Requirements

Required Experience

• Advanced professional experience (3+ years) in strategic communications, high-level public advocacy, or complex campaign management, preferably within the development or non-profit sector
• Proven track record of producing and managing large-scale virtual events or webinar series is required

Required Skills

• Exceptional organizational and leadership skills
• Deep understanding of digital content strategy and social media ecosystems
• Ability to manage and coordinate diverse, remote teams at a senior level

Education

• An advanced degree in Communications, Marketing, International Development, or a related field

Languages

• English: Fluent (Required)
• Chichewa: Working knowledge (Desirable)

Other Information

Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.

Inclusivity Statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender and protected characteristics.

As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person's race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin, or other status.

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How to Apply

To apply for this job please visit app.unv.org.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.