Young Experts

We are seeking a group of dynamic and passionate young individuals, aged 18 to 24, to become Young Experts on Girls Human Rights. As part of this unique opportunity, you will receive specialised training from experienced advisors from the Girls Human Rights Hub (GHRH). Your primary responsibility will be to produce blogs, podcasts and a campaign project on girls' rights, empowering girls and young women to understand their rights and advocate for positive change in their communities.

The Pool of GHRH Young Experts will consist of 24 young experts. The group will support Girls Human Rights Hub in providing workshops, trainings and talks on Girls Human Rights. Continuous training and mentorship will be provided to ensure that the group remains well-equipped to deliver impactful workshops and advocate effectively for girls' rights.

As a Young Expert, you get the opportunity to gain experience in an international environment and develop your personal goals for a period of 1 year. At the same time you receive intensive coaching, mentoring and attend training sessions and masterclasses to develop your skills.

This is a voluntary-based role.

Responsibilities

1. Write and publish insightful articles on various aspects of girls' rights. Share personal experiences, research findings, and advocacy tips to educate and inspire readers.

2. Produce engaging audio content discussing issues, stories, and solutions related to girls' human rights. Interview experts, activists, and community members to provide diverse perspectives.

3. Develop and execute one impactful campaign. This campaign should aim to raise awareness and drive positive change in local and global communities. You will be responsible for planning, designing and implementing the campaign, mentored and guided by Girls Human Rights experts.

Benefits

Young Experts will be rewarded with a unique chance to make a positive difference in the world, specifically in advancing the cause of girls' rights. Participating in workshops, trainings, and talks will provide you with invaluable opportunities to hone your communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.

Youth Experts Program's Requirements

• Between 18 to 24 years old

• Available for min 10-12 hours a month

• Minimum 1 year of involvement with activism

• Strong public speaking, research, and organisational skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Excellent written and spoken English

• A high level of ethical awareness and integrity

• A result-driven attitude with the ability to manage ambiguity

In addition, preferred requirements are as follows:

• Knowledge / experience in the areas of girls human rights, innovation or creativity

• Knowledge of other UN languages

Application Deadline

Deadline to apply for this exciting role as a Young Expert on Girls Human Rights is 10 August 2024 23:59 BST.

Apply

You can apply here.

At Girls Human Rights Hub, we value inclusion and, therefore, we are open to everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, neurodiversity or physical disabilities. If you have any questions about the Young Experts programme, please write to us at admin@ghrh.org.