Video Editing and Production for UNDP’s COP17 campaign on nature finance

Host entity: UNDP

Application deadline: 23/08/2026

Mission and objectives

Established in 1965, UNDP is the United Nations’ global development network, operating in nearly 170 countries and territories. Its mission is to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build resilience to crises and shocks. The Istanbul Regional Hub (IRH) is UNDP’s primary knowledge and advisory center for the Europe and Central Asia region.

Assignment context

BIOFIN is a UNDP global programme that supports countries in developing and implementing finance solutions for biodiversity. It works with governments and partners worldwide to strengthen investment in nature and address the financing needed to achieve national and global biodiversity goals.

Ahead of COP17, BIOFIN teams worldwide will participate in a global communications campaign showcasing practical solutions, country experiences and the importance of biodiversity finance. Video will be a central part of the campaign, helping translate technical subjects into accessible and engaging stories for policymakers, partners, practitioners and wider public audiences.

The volunteers’ contribution will help BIOFIN:

Increase the reach and visibility of country-level biodiversity finance results.
Present technical information in clear and accessible formats.
produce content for audiences in English, Spanish and French.
Equip BIOFIN teams worldwide with adaptable campaign materials.
Build public and institutional understanding of why financing biodiversity matters.
Amplify country voices and practical experiences ahead of COP17.

The volunteers will receive background information on BIOFIN, the campaign narrative, target audiences, terminology, branding and relevant UNDP communications standards. They will not be expected to develop policy positions or technical biodiversity finance content independently.

Task description

The three Online Volunteers will support UNDP’s Biodiversity Finance Initiative (BIOFIN) in editing and producing video content for a global communications campaign ahead of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17).

Working from footage, interviews, event recordings, scripts and brand materials provided by BIOFIN, the volunteers will:

Produce a total of 6 videos (X 3 languages)
Edit 3-4 videos and interviews into short, engaging vertical formats and reels for social media.
Add subtitles, on-screen text, transitions, music and basic motion graphics where required.
Adapt videos into different formats and dimensions for platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube and the BIOFIN website.
Ensure that videos follow UNDP and BIOFIN branding, accessibility and editorial guidance.
Incorporate feedback and submit finalized files together with editable project files.

Assignments will be divided among the three volunteers based on language proficiency, availability and editing experience. The volunteers may occasionally collaborate on multilingual versions of the same video.

Skills and experience

Essential

Demonstrated experience editing videos for digital or social media platforms.
Proficiency in video-editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut or equivalent.
Ability to turn longer footage into concise and engaging short-form videos.
Ability to edit interviews, event footage and longer-form video content into a clear narrative.
Experience adding subtitles, on-screen text, music, transitions and basic graphics.
Understanding of vertical, square and landscape formats and social-media production requirements.
Good visual judgment, attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent branding.
Ability to work independently, manage files carefully and meet agreed deadlines.
Strong written and spoken English.

Language requirements across the three positions

One volunteer must have strong proficiency in both English and Spanish.
One volunteer must have strong proficiency in both English and French.
The third volunteer must have strong proficiency in English.
Additional proficiency in Spanish, French or another UN language is desirable.
Bilingual volunteers should be able to review on-screen text and subtitles for accuracy and natural usage, rather than relying exclusively on automated translation.

Desirable

Experience producing explainer videos or basic motion graphics.
Experience editing content for international organizations, nonprofits, development initiatives or advocacy campaigns.
Familiarity with biodiversity, climate change, sustainable development or environmental communications.
Experience working with footage produced by different contributors and recorded under varying technical conditions.
Experience applying accessibility standards, including readable captions and appropriate pacing.
Familiarity with multilingual video production and subtitle-file formats.
Basic audio correction, colour correction and image-enhancement skills.
Portfolio requirement

Applicants should provide:

A short description of their relevant experience.
Links to two or three examples of videos they have edited.
Details of the editing software they use.
Their proficiency in English, Spanish and/or French.
Confirmation that they have the equipment, software and internet connection needed to complete the assignment.
An indication of their availability during the proposed assignment period.

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