Support recovery in Syria by amplifying “No More Mines” campaign

Host entity: UNRCO

Application deadline: 30/09/2026

Mission and objectives

The Resident Coordinator (RC) system’s role in country is to bring together the different UN agencies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operational activities at the country level.

The RC leads the UN country team. His role is pivotal for the success of the United Nations in reaching the Sustainable Development Goals and the 2030 Agenda. The Resident Coordinator leads and strategically positions the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) to address people's needs and vulnerabilities, to help achieve the Sustainable Development Goals and Leave No One Behind.

The RC system encompasses all organisations of the United Nations system dealing with operational activities for development, regardless of their formal presence in the country. The RC system is supported in UNHQ by the UN Development Coordination Office (UNDCO).

In countries facing a humanitarian crisis, like Syria, the Humanitarian Country Team (HCT) brings together all humanitarian actors including UN organisations and International NGOs, in addition to representatives of National NGOs, SARC, IFRC, and the sector coordinators and ICRC as observers, to ensure their full participation in the decision-making process concerning the humanitarian response.

The HCT is chaired by the UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator in his capacity as Humanitarian Coordinator and coordinated through the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The HCT's work is framed within the Humanitarian Response Plan (HRP) which is developed bi-annually on the basis of the needs identified in the Humanitarian Needs Overview (HNO) annually.

Assignment context

More than a decade of conflict has left Syria heavily contaminated with landmines and explosive ordnance, posing a continuous threat to people’s lives and slowing recovery efforts.



Today, as communities begin to return, rebuild, and restore their livelihoods, the risk is increasing.



Access to farmland, schools, hospitals, and markets remains unsafe; families cannot return safely or sustainably; Recovery efforts cannot scale on unsafe ground.



Mine action is more than lifesaving; it is a prerequisite for recovery, dignity, and stability in Syria.



This campaign, led jointly by the United Nations, Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management and NGOs in Syria, is a national call to protect people, enable recovery, and prevent further casualties.


This campaign is a call to say No more lives lost. No more futures delayed. No more mines.



By joining this campaign, you’ll help:



Raise awareness on life-saving behaviors

Ensure communities receive critical information

Strengthen support for recovery efforts

Amplify a unified One UN voice





This campaign will allow you to:

Contribute to a high-impact national UN campaign

Support efforts that directly enable safe recovery and community protection

Strengthen your experience in communication, media, and advocacy

Receive a UNV certificate of appreciation

Collaborate with a diverse and purpose-driven team

Task description

The United Nations in Syria seeks your support to choose one of the following teams to support the campaign with:



Team 1. Campaign Dissemination Team (700 volunteers)

Share verified campaign videos and materials across platforms

Adapt captions for different audiences (Donors, affected communities, government, and national media.

Ensure content reaches the right communities (Facebook, WhatsApp, Tik Tok, Instagram, X, YouTube, Telegram, etc.)

Deliverables: each volunteer to post 15 verified posts throughout the campaign



Team 2. Content Creation Team (200 Volunteers)

Develop social media posts, reels, and captions

Prepare content for pre-launch and campaign moments

Tailor messaging for different audiences in accordance with guideline provided by the UN:

Donors & partners

Government

Communities (IDPs & returnees)

National Media

Deliverables: each volunteer to prepare at least 10 posts and submit them for review



Team 3. Video & Storytelling Support Team (50 volunteers)

Support scripting and storytelling for videos

Edit short videos/reels (if feasible with internet constraints)

Adapt content into short, impactful formats

Deliverables: each volunteer to edit at least 10 short videos/reels



Team 4. Campaign Strategy & Reach Tracking Team (20 volunteers)

Suggest posting schedules based on audience activity

Track engagement and reach

Provide simple insights to improve dissemination



Deliverables: a calendar for posting and measurement tools and a final report for the reach



Team 5. Translation & Localization Team (30 volunteers)

Proofread the translated materials before posting (Arabic ↔ English)

Ensure messages are culturally relevant and emotionally resonant

Deliverables: each volunteer to review at least 50 materials in Arabic and English

Skills and experience

Arabic-speaking volunteers who care deeply about Syria

Who believes in protecting lives and rebuilding Safer Syria

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