Amplify Against GBV: Digital Voices for Change in Cameroon

Mission and objectives

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations’ global development network. UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results. This is a critical time for the world. At UNDP, we see this period as a huge opportunity to advance the global sustainable development agenda. In September 2015, world leaders adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. UNDP is working to strengthen new frameworks for development, dis-aster risk reduction and climate change. We support countries' efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, or Global Goals, which will guide global development priorities through 2030. For several years, UNDP with the support of various donors, Japan, Germany, Sweden, the European Union has made early recovery and stabilization within communities hard hit by the crisis its priority. More recently, UNDP has committed to implementing the regional stabilization strategy, adopted in May 2018 by the States Parties of the LCBC and endorsed by the African Union. The socio-economic situation and the endemic unemployment of youth and women in the intervention areas call for immediate interventions to consolidate the trend towards a return and the setting in orbit of an irreversible stabilization. The implementation of such immediate actions re-quires the presence within the National Stabilization Window team of a Communication and Re-porting Assistant who will work under the supervision of the Project Coordinator in collaboration with the entire team based in Maroua and Yaoundé as well as with colleagues from other projects

Context

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remains widespread and underreported in Cameroon, with 1 in 3 women experiencing physical or sexual violence, yet thousands of cases go unreported due to stigma, fear, and limited awareness of services. In 2024 alone, over 6,600 GBV cases were recorded by the Ministry of Women’s Empowerment, while the health system documented more than 5,700 cases, including over 2,200 cases of rape and 3,500 cases of intimate partner violence. However, these figures represent only a fraction of actual incidents due to widespread underreporting. GBV is exacerbated by ongoing humanitarian crises, including conflict in the North-West, South-West, and Far North regions, where women and girls face heightened risks of violence, exploitation, and abuse. Millions of people are affected by these crises, with GBV consistently identified as a major protection concern. Despite the rapid growth of social media use, digital platforms remain underutilized for coordinated GBV prevention. At the same time, influencers who can shape public attitudes on a scale and Online UN Volunteers who can sustain engagement and amplify messages are not systematically mobilized. This highlights the urgent need for a digital, scalable approach that leverages both groups to increase awareness, challenge norms, and drive nationwide engagement against GBV. This initiative, led by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in collaboration with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program, aims to harness the power of Online UN Volunteers and Influencers to create a coordinated, high-impact digital campaign against GBV in Cameroon. It is part of the broader Safe Spaces, Strong Voices Against GBV Project, a comprehensive intervention designed to address Gender-Based Violence through prevention, protection, and empowerment strategies. The project focuses on creating both physical and digital safe spaces where individuals especially women and girls can speak out, access support services, and seek justice without fear of stigma or retaliation.

Task Description

Applicants should demonstrate experience in: Experience using social media platforms for advocacy, communication, awareness raising, or public engagement, and the ability to create engaging digital content, including graphics, short videos, blogs, or social media posts. Also,  Basic understanding of Gender-Based Violence, gender equality, or safeguarding principles is an asset.  Good writing and communication skills in English and/or French.  Commitment to respectful online communication and ethical use of digital platforms. Knowledge of digital communication tools such as Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express, Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, or similar platforms will be considered an advantage but is not mandatory. What the Online Volunteers Are Expected to Achieve By the end of the assignment, the Online Volunteers are expected to have contributed to the following results:  Increased Public Awareness on GBV  Expanded Digital Reach and Engagement  Production of High-Quality Digital Content  Support National and International Campaigns  Promote Positive Behaviour Change  Strengthen Online Community Engagement

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