Mission and objectivesUNODC's mission is to contribute to global peace and security, human rights and development by making the world safer from drugs, crime, corruption and terrorism.
ContextThe United Nations Office at Vienna (UNOV), together with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), is committed to fostering a diverse, accessible, and inclusive workplace in line with the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS) and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). As part of broader efforts to mainstream disability inclusion, the Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) is strengthening internal communication, training, and outreach mechanisms to ensure that diversity and accessibility are reflected across its practices. This online volunteer assignment will directly contribute to these goals by supporting the HRMS Diversity Coordinator in advancing inclusive communication strategies, developing accessible materials, and identifying outreach channels that engage underrepresented groups, particularly persons with disabilities. The volunteerโs contributions will support internal staff sensitization, visibility of inclusion efforts, and equitable recruitment outreach across UNOV/UNODC. Volunteers should be aware that while the assignment is fully remote, the HRMS team is based in Vienna, Austria, and operates in a multicultural and multilingual context. Flexibility, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to disability rights and inclusive communication are essential to succeed in this role.
Task DescriptionAs an online volunteer, you will support the Human Resources Management Service (HRMS) team in advancing disability inclusion across the work environment of UNOV/UNODC. This assignment is part of ongoing efforts to implement the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy and promote accessible and inclusive practices within the organization. This opportunity is only open to persons with disabilities. Under the guidance of the HRMS Diversity Coordinator, you will: โข Contribute to internal awareness and learning activities on disability inclusion โข Design and adapt communication materials, including short texts and visuals for websites, social media, flyers, and presentations โข Identify outreach opportunities to engage underrepresented groups, especially persons with disabilities and their representative organizations โข Share input on how to strengthen inclusive approaches in communication and workplace practices
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