Develop, edit, and disseminate strategic communications content

Host entity: UNRCO

Application deadline: 23/09/2026

Mission and objectives

The United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) supports the work of the UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC/RC). The UN RCO leads the UN Country Team (UNCT) in consultations with the Government to define and agree on the UN strategic response to the Government’s development priorities. This response is captured in the UN Development Assistance Plan (UNDAP).

The Office coordinates activities related to common programming including Agenda 2030, joint programmes, joint programming activities and development coordination work. This is done in conformity with the objectives and priorities of the Government, and the mandates and objectives of the United Nations agencies.

The RCO aims to bring the UNCT together to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operational activities at the country level. Coordinating development operations promotes more strategic support for national plans and priorities, makes operations more efficient and reduces transaction costs for governments. This helps the UN to be a more relevant and reliable partner for governments.

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Assignment context

The RCO is seeking an Online Volunteer to provide basic communications and content support to the team. This assignment will contribute to increased visibility of the UN's collective work and results in Rwanda through timely and engaging digital content, basic media monitoring and communications support.

Develop, edit, and disseminate strategic communications content to strengthen the visibility and public understanding of UN Rwanda’s work, results, and impact, while managing information gathering and contributing to the production of high-quality materials for UN Rwanda’s digital platforms and external audiences.

Task description

Under the guidance of the RCO communications Officer, the Online Volunteer will:

· Assist in drafting and editing short communications content, including social media posts, website stories and captions.

· Support the collection of information, quotes, photos and other materials from UN agencies and partners.

· Assist in identifying human-interest stories and other content highlighting the UN's work and results in Rwanda.

· Support the updating of content on the UN Rwanda website, as assigned.

· Assist in preparing simple media and communications materials, such as media briefs, event summaries and press materials.

· Support the preparation of content for UN Rwanda's social media platforms.

· Assist with photography, video editing and organization of communication materials.

· Monitor selected media and online platforms for stories and mentions related to the UN in Rwanda.

· Support the preparation of simple summaries of media coverage and online engagement.

· Assist with other communications-related tasks assigned by the supervisor.


Expected Deliverables

· During the assignment, the Online Volunteer is expected to contribute to:

· Short digital content: Drafted and edited social media posts, captions and short website content.

· Human-interest stories: Support in identifying, researching and drafting a small number of human-interest stories highlighting UN-supported initiatives and results.

· Website content: Support in updating or preparing content for the UN Rwanda website.

· Media monitoring: Simple summaries of relevant media coverage and mentions of the UN and its work in Rwanda.

· Photo and content support: Organized and appropriately selected photos, quotes and other communication materials for use in UN communications.

· Event communications: Support in preparing short event summaries, social media content and other communications materials for selected UN events.

· Ensure that information and content received through the assignment is handled appropriately.


Expected Result

Improved availability and visibility of simple, timely and accurate communications content highlighting the work and results of the United Nations in Rwanda.

Skills and experience

Communications, journalism, media, public relations, social sciences or a related field is desirable

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