Mission and objectivesWho we are UNDP is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help empower people and build resilient nations. UNDP has been working in Liberia since 1977 in peace and in crisis times. UNDP is committed to helping Liberia achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS) as well as the countryโs national development priorities as set out in its newest Pro-Poor Development Agenda. UNDP provides technical assistance within the framework of the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF) which is fully aligned with Liberiaโs National development Agenda. What we do UNDP supports Liberia's national development agenda and works closely with national institutions and local communities to promote, advocate and contribute to good governance, peace and security. Our work focuses on engendering national initiatives and strategies that help facilitate long-term development transformation in the lives of the people of Liberia. We offer global perspectives, complementary support and ideas on strategic development projects and capacity building in continued efforts to promote and protect human rights and improve environmental management. The end result of this transformation would be a country that is characterized by peaceful and inclusive politics and diversified economy, stable institutions, enforces the laws fairly, land tenure problems have been resolved, natural resources are efficiently managed and health and education standards have reached those of other middle income countries.
ContextPlastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans, rivers, and communities, threatening ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. In Liberia and across the globe, there is an urgent need to raise awareness, promote sustainable practices, and support local initiatives aimed at reducing plastic waste. In observance of World Environment Day, UNDP in collaboration with UNV, the Environmental Protection Agency of Liberia and Paynesville City Cooperation, is launching a digital awareness campaign to highlight the urgent issue of plastic waste pollution. This campaign will use social media platforms to promote awareness, education, and action on plastic waste management in Liberia. To support this effort, we are seeking the contribution of three (3) Online Volunteers to help craft impactful awareness messages for social media graphics. The selected Online Volunteers will work alongside the Communications and Environmental teams to develop short, creative, and engaging messages that will be designed and used throughout the campaign. Volunteers will - Contribute to a global environmental initiative with real impact. - Collaborate with the UNDP & UNV Communications Team and environmental experts. - Gain experience in social impact communication.
Task DescriptionWe are seeking the support of three (3) Online Volunteers to help us deveop awareness messages (for social media cards, reels ) on plastic waste polution that would be used for a social campaign in commemoration of World Environmental Day 2025. For this purpose selected Online Volunteers, will support have to: - Research and gather relevant facts or insights about plastic waste and its environmental impact in Liberia - Develop series of clear, concise, compelling, culturally relevant, and technically accurate social media messages that promote awareness, education, and action on plastic waste management in Liberia - Messages should be tailored to various audiences ((youth, community members, decision-makers, etc.) for platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, and TikTok, which are widely used in Liberia. - Ensure messages are aligned with UNDP & UNV branding. - Submit drafts and collaborate with the communications focal point & program team for feedback and finalization. - Each Online Volunteer will contribute a set of finalized awareness messages suitable for use in social media graphics. - Incorporating calls to action, hashtags, and suggestions for visuals
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