Social Media Content Creator for Youth Platform

Overview

This is a short-term online volunteering assignment with a youth-focused organization based in Ghana. The work is task-based, remote, and non-contractual. It is intended for volunteers who want to support youth outreach and digital engagement while gaining practical exposure to youth development work. A certificate of appreciation is provided after successful completion; no monetary allowance or other volunteer entitlements are offered.

Organization profile

Young People We Care (YPWC) is a youth-led and youth-centered organization founded in December 2005 and headquartered in Ghana, with satellite offices in the United Kingdom and Canada. The group is run by young people between 10 and 35 years old together with adult allies working on youth and development issues globally. Its mission is to inform and educate young people on global topics, encourage them to participate and take action, build partnerships that support youth development, and equip them with resources for meaningful impact. The organization aims to give youth a strong voice in shaping policy and development through participatory learning and youth-led action.

Assignment details

The organization is looking for 15 experienced online volunteers to strengthen its social media presence by creating content that raises visibility and supports engagement with young audiences. The assignment is online, runs for 12 weeks, and is expected to begin in the first week of July 2026. Volunteers should be ready to work about 11 to 15 hours per week. The role focuses on producing social media content for platforms including Meta platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, as well as LinkedIn, Bluesky, and X. The expected output is at least eight social media posts per platform each day.

What the role supports

By contributing to this assignment, volunteers will help advance youth-related Sustainable Development Goals, including no poverty/hunger-related efforts, quality education, gender equality, and decent work. The role also offers insight into youth development work and the organization’s communication practices. A training session will be provided to explain the project’s expectations and the tools available for the work.

Eligibility and requirements

Candidates should have prior experience in social media engagement, a solid understanding of online marketing tools and channels, and strong communication, writing, and editing abilities. Experience creating outreach or marketing materials is important. Familiarity with Canva, short-form video content, and WordPress is a plus. Applicants also need to show a genuine interest in youth development and must be comfortable working in English at a working-knowledge level.

Important notes

This opportunity is defined as volunteer service carried out freely for the public good, where financial reward is not the primary motivation. The organization values inclusion and equal opportunity, and welcomes qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds. No fees are charged at any stage of the application or selection process.

Dates and notices

The advertisement end date is 25/06/2026. The expected start date was listed as invalid in the source, but the assignment text indicates a start in the first week of July 2026. The opportunity is intended to be competitive in selection.

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