Communications, Content Development and Knowledge Management support

Host entity: UNIDO RWA

Areas of expertise: Art, design, culture, Digital and social media, Communication, advocacy, public information

Application deadline: 12/11/2026

Mission and objectives

UNIDO RWA organization mission TBD

Assignment context

The Online Volunteer will support content development, editing, digital communications and information gathering to strengthen the visibility of UNIDO's programmes, partnerships and development results in Rwanda. The assignment will focus on an agreed package of communications and knowledge products highlighting UNIDO's work in industrial development, entrepreneurship, innovation and sustainability.

Task description

Under supervision of the UNDO Representative, the Online Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Draft and edit communications content, including social media posts, captions and human-interest stories for the website.
• Select, caption and edit photographs and video footage supplied by UNIDO colleagues or partners for communications use.
• Prepare draft website updates on UNIDO's programmes, projects, partnerships and activities in Rwanda.
• Help prepare press releases, media briefs, event summaries and other press materials.
• Adapt Rwanda stories for consideration by UNIDO's global digital and social media platforms through the supervisor.
• Monitor selected media and online platforms for mentions of UNIDO, industrial development and relevant development issues in Rwanda.
• Design simple graphics, posters, PowerPoint presentations and document layouts using approved branding and templates.
• Document selected activities, events, partnerships and project results using verified information supplied by the office.
• Organize approved stories, photographs, videos and knowledge products in a shared repository, with clear file names, dates, sources, credits and version records.
• Provide brief weekly updates on completed products, work in progress, items awaiting review and any support needed.
• Complete related tasks within the agreed assignment scope, timelines and weekly availability.

Skills and experience

• Strong writing and editing skills in English.
• Knowledge of social media and digital communications.
• Ability to conduct online research, verify information and organize digital content.
• Graphic design and basic photo or video editing skills are an advantage. Relevant writing or design samples are desirable.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Interest in industrial development, entrepreneurship, innovation, sustainability, the SDGs and the work of the United Nations.
• Ability to work independently, manage agreed tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and collaborate in a multicultural environment.

Full eligibility requirements, conditions of service and application instructions are available on the official UNV platform.