Communications Internship

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Description

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• Identify and capitalize on communication and outreach opportunities to assist EAPMCO in becoming known and recognized;
• Draft high-quality copy for external news stories, newsletter, factsheets and web content;
• Draft and post social media content for EAPMCO owned channels, in line with UN and UNOPS requirements;
• Track content production and monitor both reach and impact;
• Ensure data and visualization quality in internal and external communications such as intranet, presentations, monthly newsletters, and brochures;
• Support the updating of EAPMCO’s communication strategy and plan, as well as relevant strategy development of communications within EAPMCO offices;
• Support the organization of promotional events and high-level meetings in coordination with the HQ Communication Group and EAPMCO units;
• Support follow-up on country-specific UNCT partnerships and joint communication opportunities, including facilitating organization of events, meetings and workshops, as appropriate;
• Provide support in preparing background materials for high-level discussions with funding partners and with government counterparts;
• Conduct research on partner strategies, opportunities and development trends and needs across the geographical scope of the MCO (24 countries) to identify areas of collaboration within UNOPS mandate;
• Any other Communications task as directed by the supervisor to ensure the support to EAPMCO’s communications and resource mobilization activities;
• Backstop the EAPMCO partnerships team as needed and draft concept notes, project documents, project briefs, proposals, presentations for further discussion with clients and donors.

• The incumbent will have access to project and portfolio documentation to learn about project management and development cooperation in the areas the portfolio covers. She/he has the opportunity to join official meetings and learn about UNOPS, the UN and multilateral cooperation. She/he will get exposure to key stakeholders, multi-partner donors, international non-governmental organizations and other representatives.
• The incumbent will also have full access to UNOPS intranet, Google Communities of Practice (COPs) in Project Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Innovation and Research, Sustainable Infrastructure, etc.   
• The intern will be part of a dynamic team and will be learning on the job on a daily basis. At the end of the internship period, the incumbent will have learned the basis to work as a Partnerships and Communications entry level. In addition, the intern will gain a sound understanding of UNOPS regulations and processes related to partnerships development and unit specific communication. 

• The incumbent will have access to the UNOPS Learning Zone and apply for training in Programme Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Coaching, and mandatory training as per UNOPS policy. No official travel is foreseen for the internships.

• All applicants must have graduated from a university programme at the Bachelor, Masters or PhD levels within three (3) years prior to the application date of the internship.
• Bachelor’s degree in development studies, political sciences, journalism international relations, communications, engineering, social science, or related fields is required.
• Master’s degree in an above mentioned field would be an asset.

• Applicants are not required to have professional work experience but experience working in communications/partnerships development/business development areas are highly desired.
• Experience working with graphic design and video production, and familiarity in making slide decks, info sheets, and other standard communication products is desired.
• Experience in Southeast Asia and Pacific countries and familiarity with the media/social media landscape in this region is highly desired. 
• Strong networking, communication, negotiation and presentation skills desired;
• Proficiency in the use of the GSuite applications is desired;
• Excellent communication skills required; and
• Good time management skills and strong teamwork skills are required. 

• Fluency in written and oral English required. 
• Working knowledge of other UN languages, or local languages in Southeast Asia and Pacific countries, is an asset.

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