国际组织实习丨INTERN - Global Communications, I (Temporary Job Opening)

同济就业 2022-04-23

INTERN - Global Communications,

I (Temporary Job Opening)

Department of Global Communications

岗位领域：交通通信

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：30 June , 2021

岗位信息网址：

https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=148746&Lang=en-US

职位描述

1.Org. Setting and Reporting

The position is located in the Africa Section of the Communications Campaigns Service in the Strategic Communications Division, and is for a period of three (3) months with an opportunity for extension for an additional three (3) months depending on the needs of the department. The Africa Section highlights initiatives by Africa, the UN and the international community agenda to promote the continent's development. The section produces Africa Renewal magazine, an authoritative magazine distributed to over 45,000 subscribers around the world. We also maintain an online presence, including a website, social media platforms, and online newsletter providing African news and solutions-oriented content. We provide external communications support to our designated clients, namely the UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA), the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), and the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). We disseminate Africa and UN-related content for publication to hundreds of media outlets around the world.

The internship is UNPAID and full-time.

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

Due to COVID-19 and travel restrictions the internship may be conducted remotely.

2.Responsibilities

Duties may include the following:

Identifying, researching, drafting and editing content (text, photos, documents and multimedia) for online publication (website and social media)

Maintaining content on Africa Renewal Online website and other online presences according to established policies;

Creating and editing short videos for posting on social media and the website;

Contribute to strategies for more effective audience engagement;

Assisting in archiving old editions of Africa Renewal magazine, converting some editions into PDFs;

Assisting in checking the website for broken pages or pages that are inconsistent with the design of the website;

Proposing new projects for the website and social media platforms and identifying opportunities to reach a wider audience;

Monitoring the website and social media channel usage through the use of various statistical tools;

Media monitoring, fact-checking and related research work for Africa Renewal stories;

Maintaining and updating media and subscription mailing lists for the Section and assisting in distributing various information products;

Performing additional tasks that may be assigned by the Chief of the Section from time to time.

3.Competencies

Core 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 (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

-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.

5.Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the Programme.

6.Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship, fluency in English is required. Fluency in French is desirable.

7.Assessment

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

8.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)

-List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in

-List your top three areas of interest/department preferences

-Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department

-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.