Vacancy title:
Volunteer
Jobs at:
Women Human Rights Defenders Network Uganda (WHRDN-U)Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, May 30 2023
Summary
Date Posted: Saturday, April 29 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
The Volunteer will support WHRDN-U and should be willing to join a growing organization. The incumbent will gain experience in project management at a national feminist organization and take part in promoting the rights and protection of WHRDs as well as raising the visibility of the violence and risks WHRDs face.
Main Responsibilities and Tasks
• Support with document and story writing of the lived experiences of WHRDs.
• In consultation with the Communications resource person and the Executive Director support the regular dissemination of information to network members.
• organizational digital content creation; pursue visibility for the organization.
• In consultation with the Communications resource person and the Executive Director Support the regular dissemination of information to network members.
• In consultation with the Communications resource person and the Executive Director write articles for publication on the website.
• In consultation with the Communication’s resource person support in social media content, internet-related campaigns, and advocacy
• In collaboration with relevant staff, assist to organize, preparing, and facilitate relevant training, meetings, and engagements for WHRDs
• Assist to organize annual events
• Support in the production of activity reports during events, meetings, and training.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with members of the Network, partners, and partners in Civil society
• Any other duties assigned by the Programs Coordinator in consultation with the Executive Director.
Qualifications/ Education/Experience
• The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in any of the areas; Mass communication, social sciences, development studies, Political Sciences, or any other related fields
• At least one year of demonstrated experience working with human rights NGOs in communication and program activities
• Result oriented, interested in learning and recommending new approaches or tech solutions.
• With evidence of excellent writing and public speaking skills
• Must have proven interested in reading and researching
• Experience in graphic design
• Ability to organize events and train civil society organizations
• Extensive knowledge of social media and related communication platforms
Desired Skills and Competencies
• Strong organization, communication, Interpersonal and time-management skills
• Proven ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and ability to multi-task (very desired)
• Result oriented with good interpersonal skills
• Responsible, flexible, adaptable, and willing to travel up the country for fieldwork
• Demonstrate commitment to feminism principles and end Violence Against Women and, human rights,
• Proven team player
• Proven ability to organize and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders;
• People-oriented, sociable, approachable, socializing skills, out-going and dynamic
NB: This is a paid volunteer position.
Job Experience:No Requirements
Work Hours: 8
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Job application procedure
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their application letters with detailed CVs indicating 3 referees, two of whom should have been direct supervisors and addressed to the Executive Director and submitted to info@whrdnuganda.org .
Deadline: 30th April 2023.
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