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    intern – public information - NewYork, United States - World Food Programme (WFP)

    World Food Programme (WFP)
    World Food Programme (WFP) NewYork, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    JOB DESCRIPTION



    Work Location
    New York

    Expected duration
    6 months

    Duties and Responsibilities

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environment sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

    UNEP is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing issues at the global and regional level. The internship position is located in the UNEP/New York Office. The internship is for a period of six (6) months. It is unpaid and full-time. Interns work five days hours) per week under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

    Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Head of Communications, New York Office, the intern will:


    • Curate and produce digital content on UNEP New York events for social media channels, including articles related to the work of UNEP and UNEP in New York and multimedia to boost visibility and reach
    • Assist in producing communication products for events organized by UNEP in New York including and not limited to infographics, flyers, posters, banners, videos and others
    • Assist in planning and organization of key UNEP events and activities in UN Headquarters
    • Assist with outreach and media for events organized by UNEP in New York, including press briefings and conferences
    • When required, attend and summarize key discussions on meetings at UN Headquarters, including meetings organized by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the UN High Level Political Forum and UN General Assembly
    Qualifications/special skills
    Applicants 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 program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); preferably enrolled in an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) with a focus on environmental sciences, natural resource management, communication or international relations c.

    Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation. A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

    Languages
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.

    Additional Information
    Not available.

    Intern Specific text
    Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

    Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.

    Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

    No Fee

    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).

    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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