UNDP Communications Internship 2018 in USA

Eligibilities

Competencies:

Interpersonal Communication:

• Speaks and writes English 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

Creativity:

• Actively seeks to improve programmes or services
• Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs
• Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas
• Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; things “outside the box”
• Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things
• Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches
• Marketing / Social Media Communication and IT
• Knowledge of social media platforms and effective social media communication strategies
• Ability to research and identify target audiences
• Ability to assist with implementing messaging strategies
• Knowledge of basic graphic design theory
• Strong competency in graphic design and publishing software, such as Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher)
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent)
• Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation
• Advanced studies in Communications, Journalism, Design or Marketing, knowledge of gender issues or international development issues a plus

Experience:

• Comparable work experience may substitute for education requirements;
• Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter
• Have demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs

Languages:

• Fluency in oral and written English is required
• Knowledge of French is an asset

Intern conditions:

• Will work five days per week (35 hours)
• UNDP internship programme does not provide a salary or remuneration for the internship
• All the expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring Government or institution
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship
• The intern is responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed
• Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship
• The intern must provide proof of enrollment in health insurance plan