Mission and objectives

The International Volunteer Day (IVD) was adopted by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) through Resolution A/RES/40/212 on 17 December 1985. The Resolution invites Governments to observe IVD every year and heighten awareness on the important contribution of volunteer service, thereby stimulating more people to offer their services as volunteers. Over the years, governments, the United Nations (UN) System and civil society organizations have successfully joined volunteers around the world to mark the Day on 5 December. The Day is an opportunity for everyone to promote volunteerism, encourage governments, Volunteer Involving Organizations (VIOs), Civil Society Organizations and UN Agencies to support volunteer efforts and recognize volunteer contributions to the achievement of peace and development at local, national, and international levels.

Context

To raise awareness and encourage participation in International Volunteer Day (IVD)on the 5th of December 2024 commemorations, highlighting the impact of volunteerism on community development and social change in Zambia.

Task Description

1. Campaign Development: Create a comprehensive campaign plan that includes key messages, target audiences, and promotional strategies. 2. Content Creation: Develop engaging content for social media, press releases, and community events. This includes success stories, volunteer testimonials, and information on local volunteering opportunities. 3. Event posters: create event posters for various volunteer activities. 4. Web stories: create web stories with social media distribution. 5. Advocacy messages: create advocacy messages on the value of volunteering for development and peace, and/or SDGs.

Competencies and values

Living conditions and remarks