Mission and objectivesThe World Health Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health. It was established on 7 April 1948, and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. The WHO is a member of the United Nations Development Group. Working with 194 Member States, across six regions, and from more than 150 offices, WHO staff are united in a shared commitment to achieve better health for everyone, everywhere. Together they strive to combat diseases – communicable diseases like influenza and HIV, and noncommunicable diseases like cancer and heart disease. They help mothers and children survive and thrive so they can look forward to a healthy old age. We ensure the safety of the air people breathe.
ContextWHO Somalia is seeking a proactive and creative Online Volunteer to support its communications and visibility efforts. The volunteer will work with the External Relations and Communications team to assist with standard communications tasks, help maintain content workflows, and contribute to the development of a comprehensive Communications Plan for the country office.
Task DescriptionSupport the drafting and editing of communication materials (e.g., social media posts, success stories, talking points, newsletters) Assist in developing and updating a content calendar to support strategic messaging around key international days and campaigns Contribute to the development of the WHO Somalia Communications Plan, including research on best practices and drafting of plan components Help maintain internal tracking documents (e.g., comms products database, partner visibility tracker)course of their work.
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