16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence Campaign Coordinator – UNDP –
Full Time @United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) posted 4 weeks ago in GeneralJob Detail
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Experience Fresh
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Gender Both
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Vacancy Number N/A
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Education Level Bachelors Degree
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No of Vacancies N/A
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Grade Level/Post Level N/A
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Contract Duration 1 months
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Required Language English
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Hiring For UNDP
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Age Requirement 18+
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Recruitment Type Local
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Required Field of Study N/A
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Post Number N/A
Job Description
Mission and objectives
UNDP operates in over 170 countries and territories, working to eradicate poverty while protecting the planet. We support countries in developing strong policies, skills, partnerships, and institutions to help sustain their progress. The UNDP Regional Bureau for Europe and the Commonwealth of Independent States (RBEC) operates through its Istanbul Regional Hub and works in close collaboration with Country Offices across Europe and Central Asia.
Context
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. Every year, the UNITE Campaign focuses on a specific theme. The campaign calls on citizens to show how much they care about ending violence against women and girls by sharing the actions they are taking to create a world free from violence towards women. UNDP cooperation with UNV has established a Special Programme Initiative, aiming at engaging UN Volunteers to support UNDP and in particular the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region. The selected national UN Community Volunteer will assist UNDP team in Istanbul, Turkiye in: • Workshops & Trainings: Support UNDP with organizations of events and workshops to raise awareness on gender-based violence, targeting youth, persons with disabilities, and community leaders, empowering them to become agents of change against gender-based violence. Also, the UN Volunteer will support in the coordination between the Regional Hub and Country Offices.
Task Description
Under the direct supervision of UNDP IRH (Programme Specialist, Gender Equality Unit), the national UN Community Volunteer will: • Undergo training on processes and activities undertaken by UNDP under the 16 Days of Activism against GBV campaign. • Assist UNDP in planning and organizing workshops that target youth, men, and community leaders to educate them on recognizing and preventing gender-based violence. • Assist UNDP to deliver empowerment sessions, raising awareness about their rights and the services available to them. • Coordinate with trainers and facilitators to ensure smooth execution of workshops, including preparation of materials, logistical arrangements, and participant outreach. • Assist UNDP to identify community leaders, youth groups, and local organizations to participate in GBV prevention workshops. • Engage with community to promote awareness of gender-based violence issues and encourage community involvement in trainings. • Maintain records of participants, attendance, and workshop materials. • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.
Relevant experience
No experience required
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level
Secondary education
Competencies and values
• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management
Skills and experience
• At least secondary school education or equivalent; • Voluntary service, community engagement, or work experience can be considered in lieu of any formal education; • Skills in community development; • Basic usage of computer and office applications; • Good communication skills.
Area(s) of expertise
Communication, Community development
