UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Program [Paid Position]

Scholarshipavenue; Remote; GBP 1,000; Part time

Job summary

A national youth advocacy group seeks volunteers for the UNICEF USA National Youth Council program aimed at amplifying youth voices and talent development. Participants aged 14-24 can gain skills in advocacy, community organizing, and public speaking, while receiving a stipend of $1000. Candidates should be committed to diversity and inclusion, and possess reliable internet access. This program provides an exciting platform for youth engagement and collaboration on issues impacting their communities.

Benefits

Stipend of $1000

Volunteer credentials and opportunities for awards

Qualifications

• Youth aged 14-24 with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Reliable internet access and ability to participate in virtual meetings.
• Interest in youth-led action and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Elevate youth voices by speaking at events and creating social content.
• Provide feedback on trends in engaging young people.
• Lead projects to educate youth on key issues.
• Build relationships and manage digital communities.
• Gain skills in organizing, civic engagement, and advocacy.

Skills

Community organizing

Advocacy

Public speaking

Social media content creation

Job description

UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Program [Paid Position]

The UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Program is currently accepting applications from competent persons to help support the club and volunteer network, advocate for policy change, and bring youth voices into settings where they are normally excluded.

The UNICEF USA National Youth Council is a group of young leaders aged 14 to 24 who collaborate closely with UNICEF personnel to raise the voices and perspectives of young people and advance child rights on a national scale.

Organisation: UNICEF USA National Youth Council

Program Location: USA

Program Duration: 1 Year

Available Slot: Several

Basic Qualifications: Youths ages 14-24

Nationality: All Nationalities

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements for the UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Position Program:

• All applicants must be between the ages of 14-24 and live in the US during their term. (Students studying abroad at any point during the term are not eligible to participate)
• Interest in community organizing, advocacy and youth-led action
• Interest in building skills in public speaking, advocating and organizing. unicefusa.org
• Can meet the time commitment, expectations and be a reliable member of the Council
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
• Members will need reliable access to the internet and a device to participate in virtual meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Elevate Youth Voice: Council Members are called upon throughout the year to represent UNICEF USA and elevate youth voices and perspectives by speaking at events and meetings locally and nationally. They also create social content for UUSA’s social media channels.
• Support Youth & Volunteer Programs: Council members provide feedback and insight on current trends in engaging young people in social justice work. Partnering with staff and UUSA leadership, Council members will inform strategic initiatives and campaigns.
• Educate and Motivate: Lead issue-specific projects to educate and inform youth, volunteers and staff on topics important to young people and UNICEF’s work. Amplify youth voice through media and write thought pieces on issues relevant to youth.
• Build Community: Build relationships with each other, our Youth Representatives, UNICEF Clubs, support the management of the Slack community, and host digital conversations with students.
• Gain practical skills in volunteer organizing, civic engagement, communications and advocacy
• Be part of a team with a diverse array of skills and passions that helps drive measurable improvements in child well‑being
• Build connections with leaders around the country who are passionate about advancing child rights.
• Learn from and exchange with UNICEF USA staff and expert guest speakers
• Gain opportunities to be nominated for special service awards and accrue volunteer hours
• Stipend of $1000 will be provided to each member.

How to Apply | UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Program

Interested individuals for the UNICEF USA National Youth Council Volunteer Position Program are urged to apply online.