Internal Communications & Engagement Project Officer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with the SDSN Youth leadership team to enhance relationships with both alumni and current members.

• Participate in recruitment efforts, which include outreach, application management, and communication with candidates.

• Ensure effective internal communication systems are in place.

• Assist with the internal administrative duties of the program.

• Comply with SDSN Youth’s code of conduct and the guiding principles of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

• Update and maintain internal databases, directories, and contact information.

• Keep internal documentation accurate, accessible, and up-to-date.

• Draft, revise, and organize internal documents, guidelines, and templates.

• Aid in the distribution of internal announcements and updates.

• Design and execute activities and initiatives for alumni engagement.

• Keep alumni contact databases and records current and organized.

• Assist in the planning and coordination of assembly activities or meetings to encourage participation and engagement.

• Maintain proactive communication with the team and consistently report to the SDSN Youth Global Manager.

⛳️ Requirements

• Aged between 18–30, with flexibility extending up to 35 years old.

• Strong proficiency in English, encompassing writing, speaking, and listening skills.

• Previous involvement in student or youth leadership roles.

• A keen interest in youth engagement and sustainable development.

• A deep passion for the mission of SDSN Youth, the Sustainable Development Goals, and the Paris Agreement on climate change.

• Demonstrated ability to work as a team player with strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Capacity to coordinate and manage workload across multiple projects and teams.

• Competence in effective communication and consistent reporting.

• Availability of time and resources to commit to the role; candidates with numerous overlapping obligations will be ineligible.

• Relevant professional or volunteer experience, especially in operations, internal communications, or people and culture.

• Familiarity with communications and management software, including Google Suite.

• Completion of SDSN Youth online induction courses, guidelines review, and other available training is required.

• Commitment to 10 flexible hours per week.

• An initial one-year mandate, with a three-month probationary period.

• Proactive communication with the team is essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• This is a voluntary role; no monetary compensation is specified.

• Flexible commitment of 10 hours per week.

• The position may be extended based on a review of work performance.

• Access to SDSN Youth online induction courses and guidelines review.

• Opportunities for capacity-building training to foster personal and professional growth whenever feasible.

• Chance to represent SDSN Youth at various levels.

• Engage with stakeholders from government, NGOs, and the private sector.

• Possibility to develop a personal brand focused on sustainability and the SDGs.

• Work in a multicultural environment and global workplace.

• Potential for life-changing opportunities.