Internal Communications & Engagement Project Officer

ABOUT SDSN YOUTH

SDSN Youth is one of the initiatives of SDSN. It was launched in 2015 with a mission to empower youth globally to create sustainable development solutions. Since then, SDSN Youth is committed to supporting the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data, focusing on outreach of youth communities for raising awareness, capacity building of youth for sustainable development, and advocacy and collaboration.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Internal Communications & Engagement Project Officer (PO) will work alongside the SDSN Youth leadership team to support SDSN Youth’s efforts to strengthen relationships with alumni and current members, contribute to recruitment processes, and maintain effective internal communication systems, including supporting the program's internal administrative aspects. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Please note: As a virtual network, it is IMPORTANT for all the Project Officers to communicate effectively with the Project Lead and report back consistently. In a network that operates across several time zones, reporting and communicating proactively is crucial.

Responsibilities

The primary tasks and responsibilities of the Project Officer will include:

General Administration & Upkeep

• Adhere to the code of conduct of SDSN Youth and the SDGs guiding principles;
• Update and maintain internal databases, directories, and contact lists;
• Help ensure internal documentation remains accurate, accessible, and current. Draft, update, and organize internal documents, guidelines, and templates;
• Support the distribution of internal announcements and updates
• Support recruitment processes, including outreach, application coordination, and communication with candidates;
• Support the design and implementation of alumni engagement activities and initiatives, and help maintain and update alumni contact databases and records;
• Promote active participation and engagement within the assembly by supporting the planning and coordination of assembly activities or meetings.

Qualifications

• The candidate is aged between 18-30 in order to be eligible for this role, with flexibility up to 35 years old;
• The candidate possesses an excellent command of the English language, including writing, speaking, and listening;
• The candidate has previous experience in student/youth leadership;
• The candidate has a great interest in youth engagement and sustainable development, and is passionate about the mission of SDSN Youth, including the pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change;
• The candidate is a proven team player with excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills and the ability to coordinate and manage workload across several projects/teams;
• The candidate can demonstrate their ability to communicate effectively and report consistently;
• The candidate can demonstrate they have the time and resources to commit to this role – candidates with too many overlapping commitments will be exempt from running for this position;
• The candidate has had some form of either professional or volunteer work experience, particularly with operations, internal communications, people & culture;
• The candidate has some experience working with various communications and management software, such as Google Suite;

Conditions

• Duration of Position: The first term is 12 months in total, with a 3-month trial period in the beginning. However, subject to review of work performance, this position may be extended
• Reporting: This position reports to the SDSN Youth Global Manager
• Communication: Candidate is required to be proactive and communicate with the team
• Compensation: Voluntary
• Training: Every candidate is required to complete all SDSN Youth online induction courses, guidelines review, and any other training available at the time of joining

Commitment

• Total Weekly Hours: 10 hours per week (flexible)
• The initial mandate is for 1 year, but it can be extended

BENEFITS

In becoming part of the team as a Project Officer, individuals will be responsible for fostering a strong interest in the SDGs in order to drive youth-led and youth-focused solutions to the 2030 Agenda. This is an incredibly rewarding role that will enable Project Officers to develop their knowledge, harness their skills, and come across a series of life-changing opportunities that may include:

• Representing SDSN Youth at different levels whenever possible and if appropriate;
• Engage with key stakeholders from government, NGOs, to the private sector when applicable;
• Build a personal brand around sustainability and the SDGs;
• Work in a multicultural environment and be immersed in a global workplace;
• Receive capacity-building training to grow personally and professionally whenever possible.