UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up.

For every child, a vision.

The fundamental and primary mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias, or favouritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in child survival, education, and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. Therefore, the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

For every child, a vision.

UNICEF has been operating in the Sultanate of Oman for over 50 years. The overarching goal of the 2022-25 Country Programme is “to support the Government to empower all children in Oman to realize their rights and participate equitably in building a knowledge-based society and competitive economy”, by

• Outcome 1: Strengthening evidence-based policies for children, so that by 2025 improved public finance analysis, data and evidence are used to inform social policies and programmes for children, adolescents and young people, and progress towards the realization of the SDGs.
• Outcome 2: Enhancing systems and services for children, adolescents and young people, so that all children, adolescents and young people in Oman, including those with disabilities, benefit from improved social service systems and services.

Communication raises the visibility of key issues affecting children by employing evidence-based, compelling messages designed to connect with and inspire key audiences. The communication team works hand-in hand to enable the achievements of and advocacy around delivering results for children through our UNICEF Oman programmatic outcomes.

How can you make a difference during the volunteering opportunity?

Under the supervision of the Communication Officer, the intern will learn how to support the communication department through the following:

Specific tasks

Communications:

• Campaigns –
  • Working with the comms team on UNICEF campaigns and event management
  • Drafting and designing World Children Day material and support with event and coordination
  • Support with inventory and merchandise management and coordination with vendors

• Social Media –
  • Support translation when required.
  • Support design Social Media content and support with innovative engagement ideas to boost engagement and followers

Other tasks

• Support documentation/minute-taking for internal / external meetings
• Drafting letters to external stakeholders if required
• Support review of translated reports
• Provide logistical support with events as required.

Qualifications required:

• At least 18 years of age.
• Studying Marketing, Management, Information Systems, Communication or strategic communication disciplines.
• Demonstrated familiarity / experience with social media platforms (e.g. YouTube, Instagram, Twitter) is an asset
• Have experience with design and basic skills to use ADOBE illustrator, ADOBE Photoshop, CANVA or any design of assets tool.
• Have strong academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records or, if not available, a reference letter from an academic supervisor.
• Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother or sister) working in any UNICEF office.
• Have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to, and
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Valid Visa in Oman for internationals.

The volunteer will be provided training on:

1. Prevention of sexual harassment and abuse of authority.
2. Prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA).
3. BSAFE.
4. Fraud Awareness.
5. Ethics and Integrity at UNICEF.
6. General Information Security Awareness.

For every Child, you demonstrate… 

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Disclaimer:

Beware of fraudulent job offers: UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Remark:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.