- 5Rights Foundation
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Youth Engagement Coordinator
- 5Rights Foundation
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
- 5Rights Foundation
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
Application Deadline: February 15, 2025
ABOUT 5RIGHTS:
Working with and for children and young people, 5Rights Foundation exists to ensure a digital world that will serve them today and for future generations.
We are a small and dynamic team of senior professionals and experts delivering change in the digital world. We have shifted the narrative and the global agenda through provocative comms campaigns (e.g. Twisted Toys), pioneering research (e.g. Pathways) and award-winning tools (e.g. Child Online Safety Toolkit). We continue to drive real-life change thanks to an outstanding track-record of delivering legislation (e.g. Californian Age Appropriate Design Code), policy and regulatory frameworks (e.g. UNCRC General comment No. 25), and industry standards (e.g. IEEE 2089).
PURPOSE OF ROLE:
5Rights is committed to enabling young people across the world to become active advocates for a safer and more inclusive digital world, that respects their rights and responds to their needs. A global network of more than 200 Youth Ambassadors from more than 50 countries, as well as partnerships with youth organisations, provides the core framework for youth consultations and mobilisation.
The Youth Engagement Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Youth Ambassadors in feeding into 5Rights’ work, and in developing their own initiatives towards our mission. This includes facilitating research and deliberative consultations, developing communication materials to amplify children’s voices, and facilitating youth participation in policy events – in cooperation with research, advocacy and communications teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Voice, influence and engagement
Project development, management and delivery
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Essential
Desirable
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are offering an initial six-month, remote contract based in Belgium or the UK, with the possibility of full-time employment following a satisfactory review. The salary is based on a gross annual salary of £25,000 in the UK, or €35,000 (including benefits) in Belgium. Candidates should be prepared to work 38 hours a week, with flexibility to accommodate different time zones. You will receive 25 days annual leave, plus one additional day per year worked. Work equipment including a laptop will be provided.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your CV via this link, and answer the recruitment questions: https://5rightsfoundation.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=12945ece-ef1b-45dd-9cfb-469cba5c60b7 Deadline for applications is February 15th 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a written task that will take 1-2 hours, prior to interviews. First-round interviews will be held over Teams.
DIVERSITY:
5Rights values diversity, and we strongly encourage and welcome people from ethnic minorities and other groups that are under-represented in civil society organisations to apply for this role.
Working with and for children and young people, 5Rights Foundation exists to ensure a digital world that will serve them today and for future generations.
We are a small and dynamic team of senior professionals and experts delivering change in the digital world. We have shifted the narrative and the global agenda through provocative comms campaigns (e.g. Twisted Toys), pioneering research (e.g. Pathways) and award-winning tools (e.g. Child Online Safety Toolkit). We continue to drive real-life change thanks to an outstanding track-record of delivering legislation (e.g. Californian Age Appropriate Design Code), policy and regulatory frameworks (e.g. UNCRC General comment No. 25), and industry standards (e.g. IEEE 2089).
PURPOSE OF ROLE:
5Rights is committed to enabling young people across the world to become active advocates for a safer and more inclusive digital world, that respects their rights and responds to their needs. A global network of more than 200 Youth Ambassadors from more than 50 countries, as well as partnerships with youth organisations, provides the core framework for youth consultations and mobilisation.
The Youth Engagement Coordinator is responsible for supporting the Youth Ambassadors in feeding into 5Rights’ work, and in developing their own initiatives towards our mission. This includes facilitating research and deliberative consultations, developing communication materials to amplify children’s voices, and facilitating youth participation in policy events – in cooperation with research, advocacy and communications teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Voice, influence and engagement
- Recruit, coordinate, train and support young people to be part of 5Rights’ Youth Ambassadors Programme, including from groups facing barriers to participation, ensuring a safe and secure environment for all;
- Plan and prepare materials, and coordinate delivery of the youth engagement programme from A-Z, with support from other team members as appropriate;
- Be the main point of contact for the Youth Ambassadors, as well as for key stakeholders and partners;
- Manage and develop partnerships with youth organisations;
- Facilitate Youth Council and agenda-setting;
- Facilitate research and consultations in coordination with the Research team;
- Compile Youth Voices and support development of outreach, advocacy and communications materials;
- Manage the Youth Voice podcast;
- Facilitate youth participation in policy activities and events;
- Coordinate youth initiative actions;
- Identify opportunities for youth engagement, influence and voice.
Project development, management and delivery
- Ensure robust consent, privacy and safeguarding practices are in place;
- Design and implement well-being practices for our youth activities;
- Where directed, manage and deliver existing projects;
- Meet the agreed delivery targets and outcomes for each of your projects;
- Gather relevant information for the monitoring and evaluation of projects using a range of tools;
- Undertake the administrative tasks needed to coordinate 5Rights’ Youth Ambassadors’ activities;
- Keep accurate records of all sessions and activities undertaken by young people;
- Provide regular reports and updates on your work to internal and external audiences;
- Conduct reporting and evaluation to identify learnings and improve the Youth Engagement Programme;
- Identify and support fundraising for Youth Engagement activities.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- You are excited about making a digital world that young people deserve. You understand that the digital world offers opportunities for young people and want to ensure it is made safer;You are a self-starter and a team player. You are equally confident in taking the initiative, supporting the team, and asking for help;
- You are highly professional. You know the importance of having a structured approach in the planning and delivery of activities and you keep detailed records;
- You are skilled in building relationships. Your interpersonal, communication and leadership skills (including humility and self-confidence) build consensus within groups and lasting positive relationships;
- You are a doer. You are proactive, you constantly seek the strategic line between activity and impact, and you enjoy getting stuck into the delivery of impactful work;
- Your drive is matched by your exceptional organisational skills. You have strong prioritisation and organisation skills to manage various processes and pieces of work in parallel;
- You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. You believe and act in a way that celebrates and encourages a range of experiences, views and values.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
Essential
- At least 2 years of prior experience in a similar role;
- Demonstrable organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment;
- Demonstrable data collection and analysis skills to help evaluate project outcomes and inform decision-making;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire young audiences;
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse groups, including youth, stakeholders, and team members; with an awareness of and sensitivity to cultural differences, ensuring inclusive practices in youth engagement activities;
- A creative mindset with the ability to contribute innovative ideas for youth engagement initiatives and podcast content;
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and demonstrate flexibility in a dynamic work environment;
- A strong commitment to youth advocacy and empowerment;
- Proficiency in spoken and written English; additional languages are an advantage;
- Lots of energy and enthusiasm to make real world change.
Desirable
- A degree in social sciences, youth work, communication, or a related field;
- Knowledge of children's rights and the challenges they face in the digital environment.
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are offering an initial six-month, remote contract based in Belgium or the UK, with the possibility of full-time employment following a satisfactory review. The salary is based on a gross annual salary of £25,000 in the UK, or €35,000 (including benefits) in Belgium. Candidates should be prepared to work 38 hours a week, with flexibility to accommodate different time zones. You will receive 25 days annual leave, plus one additional day per year worked. Work equipment including a laptop will be provided.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your CV via this link, and answer the recruitment questions: https://5rightsfoundation.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=12945ece-ef1b-45dd-9cfb-469cba5c60b7 Deadline for applications is February 15th 2025.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a written task that will take 1-2 hours, prior to interviews. First-round interviews will be held over Teams.
DIVERSITY:
5Rights values diversity, and we strongly encourage and welcome people from ethnic minorities and other groups that are under-represented in civil society organisations to apply for this role.
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