Volunteer Opportunity with UNICEF in Communications & Media in Syria 2026
By: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)Last update:
Applicant criteria
NationalitySyria
Age
- 18 - 60
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity FieldMedia and Journalism
Job locationSyria
Deadline2026-05-18
Opportunity description
The volunteer opportunity with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program in collaboration with UNICEF in Syria is considered one of the most prominent international opportunities in the field of communications and humanitarian work. It allows participants to contribute to documenting child support programs and enhancing communication with the public and donors. The role focuses on producing impactful media content, highlighting the outcomes of humanitarian programs, and supporting child rights issues within an international work environment.
Benefits
- Monthly living allowance of approximately USD 735
- Settling-in grant of approximately USD 350
- Health insurance under the United Nations Volunteers program
- Access to training and professional development programs
- International experience with the United Nations and UNICEF
- Opportunity to build a strong network in the humanitarian field
Duties & responsibilities
- Support documenting the results of UNICEF programs across sectors such as education, health, nutrition, and water
- Assist in ensuring proper visibility of donors according to approved standards (signage, communication materials, events)
- Develop and produce communication content such as human interest stories, social media posts, and press materials
- Produce various media materials including reports, presentations, and infographics
- Collect and organize photos, videos, and field content in coordination with different teams
- Support the management of social media accounts, monitor engagement, and analyze performance
- Track media coverage and prepare periodic reports on child-related issues
- Coordinate with program teams to ensure consistent messaging and continuous documentation of results
- Support the organization of campaigns, events, international days, and official visits
- Ensure that all communication materials comply with UNICEF policies and child safeguarding standards
Eligibility criteria
- Age: 18 years and above
- Nationality/Residency: Must be a citizen or a legal resident of the duty country (Syria)
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Media, Public Relations, or a related field
- Experience: At least one year of experience in communications or media
- Languages: Fluency in both Arabic and English
- Skills: Strong writing, editing, and content creation skills