International Trade CentreยทFeb 20, 2026

Writing support for Success Stories of Ye! community members

We are looking for 1 experienced and creative Online Volunteers who will support our communications team with the development of Human Stories . In close collaboration with the communications team, the Online Volunteers ...

Online8. Decent work and economic growth
Online

Switzerland

Assignment location

Duration

84 days

11 - 15 hours per week

Positions

1 Available

Deadline

Mar 6, 2026

4 days left

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Sustainable Development Goal

8. Decent work and economic growth

General Information

Description of assignment title

Writing support for Success Stories of Ye! community members

Assignment country

Switzerland

Sustainable Development Goal

8. Decent work and economic growth

Host entity

International Trade Centre

Type

online

Duration

84 days

Number of assignments

1

Assignment Details

Mission and Objectives

Practical support for trade-led business The world faces monumental economic challenges, with the most vulnerable battered by social and economic instability. We at ITC are working to change this through trade for good. We offer small businesses, policymakers and business support organizations in developing countries an array of trade-related practical training, advisory services, and a wealth of business intelligence data. We help micro, small and medium-sized businesses become more competitive and help to create better regulatory environments for trade. We are empowering women, youth and refugees through jobs. Through our programmes, projects, services and data, we are helping drive digital connectivity and a global transition to green, sustainable trade.

Context

The volunteer is expected to reach out to members of the Ye! Community and speak about their business journeys. The Ye! community is ITCs community for young entrepreneurs. Members also include participants of the Youth Ecopreneur Programme, which focuses on sustainable businesses.

Task Description

We are looking for 1 experienced and creative Online Volunteers who will support our communications team with the development of Human Stories . In close collaboration with the communications team, the Online Volunteers will: - Upon agreement with the team, reach out to selected Ye! community members and YECO alumni and schedule interview appointments - Develop human stories with the participants of the impact of the Ye! community and ITC's projects on them (min. 4 per month) The Online Volunteer will be provided with material and other sources to develop the outreach/social media campaign as required and available. For close coordination and discussion, the Online Volunteer is expected to be available for calls via Microsoft Teams. This assignment provides Online Volunteers with an opportunity to develop and strengthen their skills in communication, networking within the communications team and other learning experiences.

Eligibility Criteria

Age

18 - 80

Assignment Requirements

Language Requirements
EnglishRequired
Fluent
Skills and experience
Candidates should have previous experience in campaign or strategy development with excellent communication and writing/editing skills. Good knowledge of online marketing tools and channels, as well as experience with designing outreach/marketing tools is highly desired. A degree in marketing, marketing management, communications, or related fields is considered an asset.
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