The UnitedNations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities.
UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system.
Works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable cities and communities.
Promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force, reducing inequality, discrimination, and poverty.
The 2026–2029 Strategic Plan focuses on access to adequate housing, land, and basic services, including transformation of informal settlements and slums.
The Human Rights and Social Inclusion (HRSI) Unit mainstreams safety, human rights, and inclusion principles across all UN-Habitat programming and normative work.
Supports participation of marginalized and underrepresented populations, such as women, youth, children, older persons, persons with disabilities, and indigenous peoples.
Responsibilities
Support development of a communication strategy for the HRSI Unit, liaising with UN-Habitat’s Communications and Media Section for review and approval.
Develop and curate inclusive content for social media, newsletters, articles, blog posts, and website updates to promote human rights and social inclusion.
Create human-interest stories highlighting the impact of HRSI’s work.
Assist with internal and external reporting using data visualization, infographics, presentations, and other communication materials.
Support video production and editing for advocacy and awareness as needed.
Organize and support capacity building events, including Community of Practice sessions and Expert Group Meetings.
Engage with media including preparing press releases, media kits, webinars, campaigns, and public events related to human rights and social inclusion.
Liaise with HRSI team to map key resources on digital accessibility, track media coverage relevant to HRSI, and analyze social media metrics.
Prepare communication reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
Conduct research on best practices in communication for social inclusion and urban safety.
Provide additional support to HRSI Unit team members as required.
Internship can be remote or in-person based on availability and needs, with remote interns expected to be available for meetings during EAT work hours to ensure communication flow.
Qualifications/Special Skills
Must meet one of the following:
Enrolled in a graduate program (second university degree or higher)
Enrolled in final academic year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent)
Graduated with Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD or equivalent
Computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).
Keen interest in United Nations work and commitment to the UN Charter ideals.
Ability to interact successfully with people of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
Preferred fields: Communication studies, Journalism, Media, Development Studies, Urban Studies or equivalent.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
No professional experience required but relevant field of study is necessary.
Must provide official proof of academic status or completion at later stage.
Proficiency required in communication strategy development, article and newsletter drafting.
Proficiency in data visualization and graphic design is required.