CFAs: Goodwill Ambassador for Gender and Youth Empowerment

The initiative seeks to raise awareness on the benefits of women and youth empowerment in the sustainable energy sector and to promote women and youth participation in the energy development and its transition in the SADC region.

The SADC Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE) is a regional organisation established by the SADC Ministers responsible for Energy with the mandate to contribute to the region’s.

• Increased access to clean and affordable Energy.
• Increased security of supply; through the promotion of market-based adoption of renewable energy and energy efficient technologies and energy services.

Benefits

• Impact: The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people and contribute to the promotion of gender equality.
• Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals, organizations, and influential figures in the field of gender equality and youth empowerment.
• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in advocacy, public speaking, and community engagement.
• Recognition: Recognition as a Gender and Youth Goodwill Ambassador through the organization’s communication channels and events.
• Personal Fulfilment: The satisfaction of knowing that your efforts are contributing to positive change in society

Responsibilities

• Contribute to or initiate efforts to raise public awareness on the varied opportunities the sustainable energy sector offers to women and youth.
• Actively highlight the importance of women and youth in advancing sustainable energy development and the energy transition discourse, and promote the exchange of experiences among Member States, industry, civil society and the rest of the community.
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship and support to young individuals, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds, to help them reach their full potential.
• Collaborations: Collaborate with other organizations and stakeholders to create and support initiatives that address gender and youth-related issues.
• Fundraising: Assist in fundraising efforts to support programs and projects aimed at promoting gender equality and youth empowerment.

Duration 

• The duration of the volunteer position is negotiable, with a minimum commitment of 12 months.

Eligibility Criteria

• At least a bachelor’s degree in any relevant field.
• Passion for Change: A strong passion for promoting gender equality and empowering young people.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and public speaking skills to effectively convey messages to diverse audiences.
• Networking: Ability to network and engage with various stakeholders, including youth, community leaders, and policymakers.
• Commitment: A dedication to the cause, willing to commit time and effort to carry out the responsibilities effectively.
• Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to the needs of different stakeholders.
• Citizen of the SADC region.

Application Requirements

• To apply for the position of Gender and Youth Goodwill Ambassador, interested individuals in the SADC region are invited to submit Curriculum vitae and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, passion for the cause, and how they envision making a difference in this role.
• The cover letter should be typed using Font size 12, Front type Arial, and limited to two (2) number of pages.

For more information, visit SACREEE.