Mission and objectives

UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. A global champion for women and girls, UN Women was established to accelerate progress on meeting their needs worldwide. UN Women supports UN Member States as they set global standards for achieving gender equality, and works with governments and civil society to design laws, policies, programmes and services needed to ensure that the standards are effectively implemented and truly benefit women and girls worldwide.

Context

Uganda remains at risk of infectious disease outbreaks, including Ebola Virus Disease, which requires sustained public awareness and prevention efforts. Limited access to timely, accurate information and health services, particularly in hard-to-reach communities, increases vulnerability to misinformation and delayed care-seeking behaviour. In collaboration with UNV, UN Women Uganda is implementing a digital awareness campaign to strengthen public understanding of Ebola prevention, early detection, and appropriate response measures.

Task Description

UN Women Uganda is seeking an experienced and creative Online Volunteer to support its communications team in designing and disseminating a digital awareness campaign on Ebola prevention and response. The volunteer will support the development and sharing of approved messaging on Ebola risks, prevention measures, and the importance of early medical attention. They will also help amplify verified

Competencies and values

Living conditions and remarks