Phase 6-Monitoring, collecting and summarizing news articles for UN RCO Suriname

Host entity: UNRCO SUR

Areas of expertise: Data science, information management, Artificial Intelligence, Monitoring, evaluation

Application deadline: 13/11/2026

Mission and objectives

The Resident Coordinator (RC) system encompasses all organizations of the United Nations system dealing with operational activities for development, regardless of their formal presence in Suriname. The RC system aims to bring together the different UN agencies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operational activities at the country level in Suriname.

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 the Government of Suriname.

The United Nations system in Suriname is represented by Ms. Joanna Kazana; she is the UN Resident Coordinator for Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Aruba, Curaçao and Sint Maarten.

Assignment context

UN RCO is seeking five Online Volunteers to support daily news monitoring, collection, summarization, and translation of articles from reputable news sources under the immediate supervision of the RCO. These activities are essential for understanding perceptions of the UN and its work, identifying risks and opportunities, and informing decision-making, ultimately strengthening the UN’s positioning as a crucial partner in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals in Suriname. Volunteers will receive feedback on their collaboration and quality of work, a certificate of appreciation upon successful completion, and credit for their support where applicable.

Task description

United Nations Office of the Resident Coordinator (RCO) in Suriname is seeking 5 Online Volunteers who, under the immediate supervision of the RCO, will support with day-to-day monitoring, collecting, summarizing, and translating of news articles from reputable news sources.

News monitoring and social listening are key activities to understand perceptions around the UN and its work, identify risks and opportunity, and inform decision-marking, among other goals. These activities are instrumental for strengthening the positioning of the United Nations in the country as a crucial partner for advancing the Sustainable Development Goals in Suriname.

Suriname: 5 volunteers (1-2 volunteers working per day on alternate shifts).

1. Monitoring: Track and gather relevant news reports daily from designated local, regional, and international sources.
2. Translation: Translate news articles from Dutch to English.
3. Summarizing: Provide clear and concise summaries of news reports, highlighting key developments.
4. Collaboration: Coordinate closely with team members to ensure comprehensive coverage and avoid duplication.
5. Reporting: Submit daily reports by 1:00 PM (Suriname time) to the designated focal point.

Skills and experience

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, languages, or a related field preferred.

Experience: At least one year of relevant experience in public relations, communications, writing/editing, translation, or a related field.

Research and analytical skills: Strong research, monitoring, and summarizing skills.

Translation skills: Proven ability to translate from Dutch to English while maintaining the original context and meaning.

Attention to detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and quality of translations, summaries, and written outputs.

Technical proficiency: Experience using computers and office software packages, including MS Word, Excel, and Google Docs, etc.

Time management: Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Additional asset: Previous experience in copy-editing, proofreading, or translation is desirable.

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