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The SONECA Foundation is an independent, national organisation that is committed to capacity building, community development and social participation, particularly of African communities in the ...
Content Maker at SONECA – Make a Difference with Your Creativity!
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Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer who is skilled with social media and the internet.Detailed description
Job Vacancy: Content Maker at SONECA – Make a Difference with Your Creativity!
About Stichting SONECA:
Stichting SONECA is a national organization focused on capacity building and community development. We provide professional support and training to refugees and other (African) self-organizations and youth organizations in the Netherlands and Europe. Additionally, we offer advice to welfare and health institutions and government bodies. Stichting SONECA promotes the participation of the African, particularly the Somali, community in Dutch society. We build bridges between the African community and other population groups within the Netherlands.
About Youth-Changemakers:
Youth-Changemakers is an initiative of Stichting SONECA, consisting of a group of young people from The Hague who are committed to combating female genital mutilation (FGM). We provide education, organize events, and create podcasts and videos. Our roots lie in countries where FGM, unfortunately, still occurs, such as Sudan, Somalia, and Eritrea. We work closely with partners in The Hague and nationwide to prevent FGM and ensure women receive the right care. Additionally, we develop podcasts for language lessons in collaboration with ITTA and oefenen.nl, available in various languages such as Arabic, Somali, and Tigrinya.
Your Role as a Content Maker:
We are looking for an enthusiastic volunteer who is skilled with social media and the internet. You will be responsible for posting our podcasts on social media and creating content for our activities.
How does it work?
- You participate in the weekly Youth-Changemakers activities.
- You develop diverse content for our social media and respond to trends.
- You create video reports, edit them, and post them on social media and our website.
- Together with other Content Makers, you brainstorm impactful campaigns to motivate more people to contribute to society.
What do you bring to the table?
- Experience in content creation or the motivation to learn.
- Availability for at least 4 hours per week.
- You live in (or near) the Haaglanden area.
- You are proactive, responsible, and motivated to contribute to SONECA’s mission.
- You are between 17 and 30 years old.
The benefits for you:
- Participation in workshops on content creation and promotion.
- Guidance from a team of content professionals.
- Gaining experience within a social organization.
- Space for your own ideas and input.
- A volunteer allowance of €180 per month for approximately 2 (half) days per week.
Interested?
Apply by janaury 5, 2025. Send a video to [email protected] in which you share your motivation and showcase some of your own content work that you are proud of. Also, tell us why you are proud of it.
Diversity and Inclusion at SONECA
At SONECA, we believe in the power of diversity. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive community where individual differences are valued, and everyone feels welcome and safe.
What do volunteers need?
- A Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG).
What do we offer?
- A volunteer allowance of €180 per month.
What we will provide to volunteers
💸 Reimbursement of costsAbout SONECA
Goal and Mission
The goal of the SONECA Foundation is to promote an inclusive and just society in which African communities – particularly refugees – participate actively, equally and with confidence. Through support, training, coaching and policy advice, the foundation contributes to strengthening the social position of these communities. In its mission, SONECA strives to build bridges between the African diaspora and other population groups within the Netherlands and beyond.
The core of its mission rests on three pillars:
Capacity building of organizations and individuals
Society building and social cohesion
Stimulating participation and leadership of young people and refugees
🛠️ Activities and work
The SONECA Foundation offers a wide range of services and activities that contribute to the structural improvement of the social position of African communities:
Professional support for self-organizations
Support for African and refugee organizations in their organizational development, project design, policy making and cooperation. Think of training in leadership, fundraising, public administration, communication and volunteer management.
Youth programs
Development of participation-promoting activities for young people, such as training, intercultural exchanges, workshops and leadership programs, with a focus on empowerment and talent development.
Policy advice and consultation
Providing substantive and strategic advice to governments, welfare institutions and social organizations on diversity, inclusion, migration policy and intercultural communication.
Building bridges between communities
Initiating dialogues, networks and cooperation projects that contribute to mutual understanding and integration of the African community with other population groups in the Netherlands.
International cooperation
Participation in and coordination of European projects focused on migration, education, youth participation and intercultural exchange within African diaspora communities.
Research and knowledge sharing
Providing studies, analyses and publications focused on current themes within migrant and refugee communities.
