Mission and objectivesThe United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations' global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. It is on the ground in 177 countries, working on solutions to global and national development challenges. UNDP China assists China in developing its own solutions to the countryโs development challenges and works to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by reducing poverty, strengthening the rule of law and democratic governance, and by promoting environmental sustainability and South-South Cooperation.
ContextThe \"Movers4Climate\" initiative is a flagship program by UNDP China, aimed at empowering young climate leaders to advocate for and implement climate action initiatives through volunteer service in rural areas. Launched jointly with the China Education Support Programme, it anchors the Regional Youth Empowerment in Climate Action Platform (YECAP) in China. In 2025, Movers4Climate intends to engage a diverse pool of volunteers, including 1,000 online participants, with a dedicated focus on reaching remote rural areas to support sustainable development education. The Online Volunteers will participate in virtual training sessions to strengthen their skills and capabilities, and will be involved in preparing community training materials and conducting awareness-raising activities. This initiative aligns with UNDPโs overarching goals of promoting inclusive and equitable development, ensuring no one is left behind, and fostering a shared commitment to global sustainability objectives.
Task DescriptionWe are seeking 1,000 Online Volunteers for the Movers4Climate Youth Green Action initiative. All Online Volunteers are expected to fully participate in the Movers4Climate project cycle. These sessions include: Introduction to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Climate Action (SDG 13), Life Below Water (SDG 14), and Life on Land (SDG 15) and etc. Online Volunteers must apply for volunteering assignments and complete the required training sessions to develop their skills and training plan for Movers4Climate. The selected candidates are expected to: ยท Actively participate in the Movers4Climate full project cycle, including all four online trainings. ยท Develop community training materials and support online rural teaching activities to train over 150 adolescents in rural areas, especially in the mid and western regions of China.
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