Remote Volunteer Opportunity with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Event Management and Innovation 2026

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), through its Istanbul International Center for Private Sector in Development (IICPSD), is offering an online volunteer opportunity for a Research Volunteer supporting Community Engagement and Event Coordination within the SDG AI Lab. The volunteer will contribute to community outreach activities, coordinate with partners and stakeholders, and assist in organizing hackathons, innovation challenges, and events related to artificial intelligence and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Benefits

• Volunteer opportunity with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
• Fully remote and flexible online engagement.
• Gain hands-on experience in organizing international events and hackathons.
• Develop communication, networking, and community-building skills.
• Work within a diverse and multicultural international team.
• Learn about the role of artificial intelligence in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals.
• Receive an official volunteer certificate from the UN Volunteers platform upon successful completion of the assignment.

• Support community engagement activities and coordinate with partners and stakeholders.
• Contribute to building and strengthening networks with relevant organizations and communities.
• Assist in organizing hackathons, innovation challenges, and related events.
• Follow up with participants and help coordinate logistical aspects of events and activities.
• Document activities and prepare post-event reports and summaries.
• Support outreach, communication, and awareness-raising initiatives of the SDG AI Lab.

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Business Administration, Communications, Public Policy, or a related field.
• One to two years of experience in event coordination, community engagement, program management, or related areas.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience working with partners, communities, youth initiatives, or stakeholder networks.
• Demonstrated interest in sustainable development, innovation, and artificial intelligence.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse and multicultural international teams.

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