Intern - Public Information [temporary]

hace 2 semanas

Bogota, Colombia United Nations A tiempo completo

The Department of Global Communications / Strategic Communication Division internship is for an initial period of three months with an opportunity for extension, but not to exceed six months, pending on the needs of the department. 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.

This internship is located in the United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Bogota, within the Information Centres Service (ICS), Strategic Communications Division (SCD), Department of Global Communications (DGC).

**Responsibilities**:
Several different intern posts are available, with varied responsibilities related to public information. Daily responsibilities will therefore depend on the needs of the Centre, and will take into account the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the guidance of the Public Information Assistant, and the support of the Centre´s staff, the Intern will

perform the following activities:
PUBLIC INFORMATION
- Provide general office support; assist in responding complex information requests and inquiries received

by UNIC Bogotá; draft media-oriented products and other communication documents.
- Assist UNIC Bogotá in the production and delivery of communications products and services.
- Assist in updating and further developing of internal databases and other administrative tasks.
- Support the updating and development of UN websites managed by UNIC Bogotá as well as in the management of social media accounts, including researching, drafting, editing and designing content and

responding to public inquiries.
- Assist in the planning and organizing of public activities, such as press conferences, seminars, educational

fora, exhibits and others.
- Assist in the production and management of UNIC Bogotá´s photographic material; by producing digital

imaging; writing captions and supporting the operation of the Centre´s archives.
- Assist in the pre-production, production and post-production UNIC Bogotá´s video/film projects, radio

programs and other multimedia projects, including live streaming.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

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 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.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZING:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Education

Please note that to qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet

one of the following requirements:
a. Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent,

or higher);
or,

b. Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum

bachelor’s level or equivalent).

Applicants must also:

- 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.

Work Experience

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English and Spanish is required for the internship.

Assessment

Special Notice

The Cover Note must include:

- Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?)
- Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?)
- List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
- List your top three areas of interest.
- Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the Unite

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