国际组织实习丨INTERN - UN ACADEMIC IMPACT, I (Temporary Job Opening)

INTERN - UN ACADEMIC IMPACT, 

I (Temporary Job Opening)

Department of Global Communications

岗位领域：其他

工作性质：实习

学历要求：本科及以上 

岗位职级：其他

工作地点：New York

截止日期：31 August, 2021

岗位信息网址：

https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=145476&Lang=en-US

职位描述

1.Org. Setting and Reporting

The Internship is in the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI), which is part of the Outreach Division of the Department of Public Information. UNAI is an initiative that aligns institutions of higher education with the United Nations in supporting and contributing to the realization of United Nations goals and mandates, including the promotion and protection of human rights, access to education, sustainability and conflict resolution.

The internship is for a minimum period of four months with an opportunity for extension up to six months, depending on the needs of the Unit and availability of the candidate, with substantial preference being given to candidates who are able to commit to the maximum six-month period.

The internship is unpaid and full-time.

Interns work five days a week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned.

2.Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the Associate Information Officer, the intern will assist the UNAI team with its daily tasks.

The selected intern may perform some of the following functions:

- Conducting internet research on thematic issues related to UNAI’s principles and mandate, including the Sustainable Development Goals, Human Rights and Global Citizenship Education

- Drafting, formatting, editing and posting original web site content/news stories, including graphics, photographs and video

- Drafting social media content for UNAI Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn accounts

- Assisting with planning and organization of lectures and events, including researching speakers, preparing invitations and promotional material

- Maintaining UNAI databases

- Providing general office support (processing, drafting and finalizing correspondence and other communications; setting up and maintaining files/records, organizing meetings etc.

3.Competencies

Communication:

-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively

-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately

-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication

-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience

-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork:

-Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals

-Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others

-Places team agenda before personal agenda

-Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position

-Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Client Orientation:

-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view

-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect

-Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions

-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems

-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects

-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

4.Education

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:

- Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

(a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);

(b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme in journalism, communication, media studies, filmmaking, international relations or related field (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or

(c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation;

- Be computer literate in standard software applications;

- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and

- Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views;

- Skills and experience in writing, social media and multimedia production are strongly desired.

5.Work Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Experience writing for social media platforms and websites is desirable.

Experience producing multimedia communications materials is desirable.

6.Languages

English and French are working languages of the UN Secretariat. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

6.Assessment

Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.

7.Special Notice

A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include:

‐ Title of degree you are currently pursuing

‐ Graduation date (when will you be graduating from the programme)

‐ Multimedia production skills that you are proficient in (such as audio, video production and graphic design)

‐ Explain your experience writing for websites and social media platforms

‐ Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department(s).

‐ Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme

In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship.

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