Edit Public Information Outreach Materials

UNISFA was established in July 2011 under authority of the UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). The Abyei Area is a resource-rich and strategically important territory contested by Sudan and South Sudan. Since the 2011 secession, it has remained a hotspot of political tension, marked by unresolved sovereignty claims, ongoing inter-communal conflict, and limited governance structures. The region continues to face significant security, development, and humanitarian challenges, including restricted humanitarian access, weak rule of law, and fragile service delivery. In response, the United Nations Security Council has mandated the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) to stabilize and demilitarize the area, while facilitating temporary administrative and security arrangements. In the interim, the mission is working to protect civilians in the volatile territory and maintain it as a demilitarized zone. It is also working to foster reconciliation between communities, address the root causes of conflict, support community-based law-and-order efforts, and facilitate humanitarian assistance to ease immediate threats and suffering.

The Online Volunteer assignment supports the communications and Public Information Unit of UNISFA - Abyei. with delegated Authority the Volunteer will edit Public information outreach materials for media relations ,publications ,web and digital media with the objective of promoting awareness and respect for the mission's work and Mandate. Expected output includes editing of overview on Mission Contingents, editing texts for the website and magazine among others and supporting activities towards attainment of Mission Mandate.

Under the supervision of the Public Information Office, the Online Volunteer will work with Public Information Office unit to undertake the following functions: - Read content of up to ten(10) publications and correct for errors in spelling, punctuation, and grammar - Rewrite copy of up to ten(10) materials to make it easier for readers to understand - Verify facts using standard reference sources - Help with evaluations of submissions to decide what to publish within the duration of this assignment - Develop story and content ideas while being mindful of the audience within the duration of this assignment - Allocate space for the text, photos, and illustrations that make up a story within the duration of this assignment - Work with communications team to review and edit online platforms such as social media, websites and information materials like press releases within the duration of this assignment. Volunteers will be expected to deliver the following: - Edited and simplified versions of up to 10 written materials (with tracked changes and final versions). - A set of fact-checking summaries, story ideas, and content outlines (5–10 total). - Final content package including layout suggestions and improved online posts or articles (up to 10 items).