SDSN Youth

Deputy Network Coordinator, Southeast Asia (Local Volunteer Position)

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ABOUT SDSN

The UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) has been operating since 2012 under the auspices of the UN Secretary-General. SDSN mobilizes global scientific and technological expertise to promote practical solutions for sustainable development, including the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Paris Climate Agreement. We aim to accelerate joint learning and promote integrated approaches that address the interconnected economic, social, and environmental challenges confronting the world.

ABOUT SDSN YOUTH

SDSN Youth is one of the initiatives of SDSN. It was launched in 2015 with a mission to empower youth globally to create sustainable development solutions. Since then, SDSN Youth is committed to supporting the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Data, focusing on outreach of youth communities for raising awareness, capacity building of youth for sustainable development, and advocacy and collaboration.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Network Coordinators (NC) is the representative of SDSN Youth within their Regional/ National SDSN Network. The NC is a key position in understanding the state of youth mobilization towards the SDGs in their given region - acting as the key local point of contact for anything youth and SDG related in their region/country.

The Deputy Network Coordinator is a crucial support role within the SDSN Youth network, serving as a vital backup to the Network Coordinator. Their primary responsibility is to assist the Network Coordinator in their daily operations, providing administrative support, and helping to manage the network's activities and stakeholders.

The Deputy Network Coordinator is also expected to fill in for the Network Coordinator in the event of their absence or departure, ensuring a seamless continuity of operations and minimizing disruptions to the network. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively with the Network Coordinator and other team members.

In some instances where there are multiple host institutions, it is possible that the Network Coordinator and the Deputy Network Coordinator share similar responsibilities and have similar capacities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist the NC on program management
    • Oversee the development and implementation of Youth Program activities in the network and their specific country.
    • Assist in developing a work plan and following up regularly to ensure that activities are on track.
    • Contribute to building on collaborations to identify appropriate opportunities for implementation of the Youth Program.
  • Assisting on running daily operations of the network;
  • Contributing to ensuring meaningful members and stakeholder engagement;
  • Ensure the monitoring and reporting of the activities and initiatives occurring in the youth network;
  • Assist in managing a list of stakeholders and their needs, challenges, skills, and expertise
  • Admin and Governance
    • Assist your network’s communication channels: email, social media, mailing lists, etc.
    • Researching, documenting, and maintaining the contributions of SDSN Youth in the network.
  • Communicate effectively with the NC, and maintain the double- reporting line to the Network Managers and SDSN Youth;
  • Act as the focal point when NC is not available.

Please note: As a virtual network, it is IMPORTANT for Network Coordinators and Deputy Network Coordinators to communicate effectively within the network. In this vein, they will be expected to:

  • Attend the monthly call with the Regional Focal Point, quarterly call with the Global Coordinators, and any other relevant calls with any other team members;
  • Communicate effectively the networks and its members' activities through a double-reporting line to the Network Managers and SDSN Youth;

QUALIFICATIONS

The Deputy Network Coordinator will be someone who:

  • Enjoys problem-solving and works well with people,
  • Is able to work autonomously
  • Able to communicate effectively
  • Is able to manage multiple streams of work

Minimum qualifications:

  • MUST be based in one of the following countries: Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, Laos, Myanmar, or Timor Leste
  • MUST be based in the respective country/region for at least 12 months after the application date;
  • MUST be a student or placed at a member organization/ host institution as listed here;
  • MUST possess an excellent command of the English language (official working language at SDSN Youth), including writing, speaking, and listening.
  • MUST demonstrate the time and resources to commit to this role – candidates with too many overlapping commitments will be exempt from running for this position
  • MUST have a great interest in sustainable development, and is passionate about the mission of SDSN and SDSN Youth, including the pursuit of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change;
  • Has previous experience or a strong interest in student/youth leadership;
  • Has had some knowledge or form of either professional or volunteer work experience, particularly with campaigning, community mobilization, project coordination, event management or stakeholder engagement.

COMMITMENT

  • 10 hours per week (flexible)

CONDITIONS

  • Duration of Position: The first term is 12 months in total, with a 3-month trial period in the beginning. However, subject to a review of work performance, this position may be extended.
  • Location: This position will be based in Singapore, Vietnam, Cambodia, Brunei, Laos, Myanmar, or Timor Leste.
  • Reporting: This position reports to the Global Networks Project Lead, the Regional Focal Point, and the Network Manager.
  • Team Lead: Network Coordinator and Network Manager(s) at the Host Institution.
  • Compensation: Voluntary (not paid) - any financial compensation will be at the discretion of the National or Regional Network.

Training: Every candidate is required to complete all SDSN Youth online induction courses, guidelines review, and any other training available at the time of joining.

BENEFITS

In becoming part of the team as a Deputy Network Coordinator, individuals will be responsible for creating and fostering strong relationships on campuses around the country/region in order to drive youth-led and youth-focused solutions to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This is an incredibly rewarding role that will enable Network Coordinators to develop their knowledge, harness their skills, and come across a series of life-changing opportunities that may include:

  • Representing SDSN Youth at different levels whenever possible and if appropriate;
  • Attending global conferences and decision-making processes whenever possible and if appropriate;
  • Be involved in policy analysis and reporting whenever possible and if appropriate;
  • Engage with key stakeholders from government, NGOs to private sector;
  • Build a personal brand around sustainability and the SDGs;
  • Publish articles and blogs about causes they care about whenever possible;
  • Work in a multicultural environment and be immersed in a global workplace;
  • Receive capacity-building trainings to grow personally and professionally whenever possible;

Please note that the SDSN Youth team is ensuring the right representation of all the NCs, DNCs, and the rest of the team, and the selection process for some of these opportunities will be decided by the senior management at the global team based on specific requirements such as geographical location, performance, and commitment, and professionalism showed, among others.

For more details about joining SDSN Youth, take a look at our Opportunities page: https://sdsnyouth.org/join-the-team

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