Communications Advisor | Guyana | Canadian International Volunteer

***Open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada only***

Assignment Type: Canadian International Volunteer
Assignment ID: VA-107265
Assignment Title: Communications Advisor
Partner: WUSC – Guyana (ENGAGE Youth)
Country: Guyana
Duration: 6 months
Time Commitment: Full time

*Assignment Context
Are you passionate about improving opportunities for young people in indigenous communities? Do you have communication technology skills to share? 

As the Communications Advisor, based at the WUSC Guyana in Georgetown Guyana, you will work with a dynamic team to support the ENGAGE Youth (Empowering the Next Generation: Agency and Gender Equality) project communications initiatives with stakeholders from Guyana’s Hinterland regions. 

Apply today to have an impact on Indigenous youth, especially young women, from Guyana's Hinterland regions!

*Roles and Responsibilities
-Work closely with WUSC and project stakeholders to support implementation of the ENGAGE Youth Communications Strategy
-Support development of communications tools and resources such as, videos, flyers, brochures, infographics/infomercials, project briefs, community stories, social media posts and lessons learned
-Support compliance of funder requirements as well as WUSC policies and branding guidelines in implementation of ENGAGE Youth Communication Strategy 
-Facilitate integration of the cultural sensitivities of Indigenous people, gender and youth sensitive approaches in the ENGAGE Youth Communications Strategy and relevant communications tools and resources  
-Coordinate and support the use of communications tools and resources for various activities and platforms including, awareness sessions, community meetings, print, multimedia, social media and online 
-Accompany WUSC team along with key project stakeholders, on field visits and project activities to capture information for communications tools and resources 
-Provide guidance on strategic and innovative communications opportunities to increase awareness and visibility of ENGAGE Youth’s work, including at public events and campaigns, and for relevant local and international observances 
-As required, support revision and updating of the ENGAGE Youth Communications Strategy, to achieve communications outcomes
-Participate in pre-assignment training
-Participate in at least 3 public engagement initiatives with Canadian audiences before, during, or within 6 months after the end of the assignment. Volunteers will be equipped with the tools, training, funds, and support to achieve these goals. Volunteers must also report on each of their public engagement activities through our Volunteer Information Portal. Virtual chats and individual check-ins can be booked with the Senior Public Engagement Officer throughout the course of their assignment and during the 6 months following its completion to seek guidance and support with their public engagement activities
-Canadian volunteers are required to do at least one activity that contributes to meeting a fundraising target of $1,500. The minimum requirement is met by each volunteer using our Volunteer Information Portal to report having sent one message to their network about their volunteer assignment that includes the link to the WUSC Shared Impact Fund webpage. This message also counts as one of their three required public engagement activities. Volunteers will be supported with the tools, training, and resources to achieve the fundraising goal.
-Submit reports as required by the partner organization and by WUSC.

*Experience and Qualifications
-Degree and/or training in Communications or a related field of expertise
-Minimum of two years (2) related professional experience in field of expertise
-Proven skills in photography, videography, graphic design, content development and social media management, are required
-Experience traveling and working with people from different cultural backgrounds are assets
-A commitment to gender equality, youth inclusion, and working in collaboration with Indigenous communities
-Flexibility, adaptability, excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity
-Strong written and oral communication skills in English, required.