Communications Internship (Office-based or Home-based)

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Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

The United Nations Development Programme, UNDP Brazil, offers a selected group of outstanding graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to the work of a successful multi-cultural international organization.

The internship programme for the Communications Unit is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of multilateral technical cooperation, international studies, international development and inclusive growth.

The purpose of the Internship Programme is to provide an opportunity to make substantive contributions to the office’s work, mostly by providing support to the Communications Team in its daily activities and in the accomplishment of the goals and tasks that are part of UNDP Brazil Strategy.

This internship opportunity does not lead to further employment with UNDP. Its goal is to offer the intern the opportunity to learn, gather experiences and complement his/her studies.

Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.

Internships take place at UNDP Brazil premises, in the UN House – Sergio Vieira de Mello Complex in Brasilia, Brazil or remotely (home-based).

Interns are not considered staff members. During the internship with UNDP, interns shall be subject to the Regulations Governing the Status, Basic Rights and Duties of Officials other than Secretariat Officials, and Experts on Mission (ST/SGB/2002/9).

Interns shall not be sought or engaged as substitutes for staff and do not encumber authorized posts.

Interns shall not represent UNDP in any official capacity or commit resources on its behalf.

Interns shall not apply for or be appointed to any position during the period of their internship.

The internship period shall not be foreshortened for the purposes of allowing an intern to apply for a position.

Internship assignments vary in length according to the academic requirements of the intern, as well as the needs of UNDP. Assignments normally last a minimum of six weeks and a maximum of six months. An internship may exceptionally be approved for a maximum total duration of nine months if the intern can demonstrate it will grant him/her an educational credit for a course.

Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis.

Responsibilities

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Under the guidance and supervision of Communications Coordinator, the intern will be responsible for some or all of the following activities:

→Prepare daily news clipping on stories of the interest of UNDP and its partners.
→Assist the Communications Team in the maintenance and update of UNDP Brazil’s website(s).
→Translate documents, presentations, news articles and press releases into English-Portuguese (and vice-versa) and Spanish-Portuguese (and vice-versa).
→Support in writing communications materials.
→Write stories, reports, press releases and minutes of meetings.
→Support the preparation of social media contents, like texts and cards.
→Assist in creating and implementing social media strategy.
→Explore new online and social media tools and implement best practices.
→Assist in the preparation of analytical reports and presentations containing statistics and performance of website(s) and social media accounts managed by the Communications Unit.
→Assist in the creation or update of design and layout of communication materials for online media including arts, graphics and infographics for social media accounts, website and intranet.
→Assist with video production and audio projects, including recording, capturing/importing media, editing footage and sound files, titling, adding music/voiceover/sfx, media management and archiving project media.
→Gather information on themes related to UNDP’s mandate and UNDP Brazil’s projects.
→Support the Communications Team in the preparation, organization and coverage of events.
→Support the Communications Team with photos of events and UNDP executives.
→Assist in the management and update of mailing lists used by the Communications Unit.
→Assist in handling telephone calls, requests from the press, the general public and UNDP partners, as well as internal clients.
→Perform other related tasks as requested.

Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with full respect for diversity. Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensibility and adaptability.
Professionalism: Ability to manage processes, maintain accurate records, interpret/analyze a wide variety of data, and identify/resolve problems.
Planning and Organizing: Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner.
Commitment to continuous learning: Initiative and willingness to keep abreast of new trends in development issues.
Technological Awareness: Proficiency in various MS Office applications and other IT applications.
Communication: Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

Requirements

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Portuguese must be the candidate’s mother tongue.
Fluency in English is also required.
Knowledge of Spanish is asset.

Respect for the principles of the United Nations Charter and the UNDP Statement of Purpose.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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Candidates must be involved in a course of study in fields such as Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, Design and all other related fields.
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application 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);

c) Have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.

Computer skills are required.
They are also expected to demonstrate a keen interest in the field of development and on UNDP’s mandate areas.
Ability to work with Adobe Creative Suite, and related software, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere.
Knowledge of photojournalism