Communications Intern

United Nations Development Programme

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.

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and exclusion, and build resilience so countries can sustain progress. As the UN's development agency, UNDP plays a critical role in helping countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

The UNDP Global Policy Centre for Governance (GPCG) is UNDPs dedicated Global Policy Centre for Governance issues, which advances global dialogue and knowledge on inclusive and transformative governance for peaceful, just and inclusive societies. The Centre builds knowledge, insight and data through drawing on the experience of practitioners, policymakers and researchers as well as stimulating global discourse and dialogue on key governance questions in the world today.  

Housed in the Global Policy Centre for Governance since September 2022, UNDP's global anti-corruption team, is UNDP's main vehicle for providing policy and programme support on anti-corruption and coordinating UNDP's anti-corruption work both internally through UNDP regional hubs and country offices and externally with other relevant partners. Previously working on Anti-Corruption for Peaceful and Inclusive Societies global project, the team is now working on the Global Corruption Measurement Initative, with the aim of creating new cutting-edge methods for measuring corruption and providing policy recommendations globally.

UNDP's work on anti-corruption has been instrumental in advancing the transparency, accountability, and integrity agendas at global, regional and country levels. The global anti-corruption project contributes to the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by integrating anti-corruption solutions in service delivery sectors, strengthening the institutional capacity of institutions to prevent and address corruption, leveraging technology and innovation for integrity and anti-corruption, and leading anti-corruption knowledge and global advocacy on anti-corruption.

As an intern with the anti-corruption team at the Global Policy Centre for Governance, you will earn an understanding of how international organisations function, gain knowledge on key and acute global governance challenges and be part of a diverse and dedicated team working on promoting inclusive, accountable, and effective governance, and anti-corruption. You must have strong time management and organisational skills, work as a team player, and be comfortable working on a variety of tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Global Programme Advisor on Anti-Corruption at the UNDP Global Policy Centre for Governance, the intern will:

- Help to promote awareness of the Centre's mandate, work, and results, through support of the implementation of the Centre and the anti-corruption team's communication and partnership strategies.
- Assist in the development of project communications and other advocacy materials including, among others social media content, blogs, Op-Eds, case studies, stories, interviews etc.
- Update the anti-corruption website and distribute content on dedicated social media platforms.
- Monitor the media landscape relevant to GPCG's  and the anti-corruption team's work.
- Assist with in-house design through programmes like CANVA.
- Assist in preparing launches of UNDP reports and other public events. 
- Attend meetings and support note taking as relevant.
- Support the work areas in GPCG and the anti-corruption team. 
- Develop analyses and background documents on key issues, as well as drafting and editing other materials.
- Additional tasks as required to support the work of the Global Policy Centre for Governance and the anti-corruption team.

Competencies

- Excellent communications skills in Norwegian and English, written and oral. 
- Demonstrated interest in, and knowledge of global development and the work of international organisations. 
- Strong interest in governance, anti-corruption, and democracy issues. 
- Team player; works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Able to work independently.
- Good social media skills; knowledge of web publication tools and photo editing tools is an advantage.
- Knowledge of the UN/UNDP and commitment to UN mission and UNDP mandate is an advantage.
- Work experience from a developing country and/or international organisation or related is an advantage. 

Required Skills and Experience

Languages:

- Fluency in Norwegian is a requirement.
- Fluency in English is a requirement
Education:

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: 

- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor's degree or equivalent); preferably in journalism, communications, international affairs, international development or other relevant social sciences.
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master's programme, or higher); preferably in journalism, communications, international affairs, international development or other relevant social sciences 
- Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined above and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation; 
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program. 

Application process: 

Interested applicants must include the following documents when submitting the applications (Please note that only 1 (one) file can be uploaded therefore please include all documents in one file):

- Updated CV as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least three (3) professional references. 
- Brief description of why the individual considers him/herself as the most suitable for the internship.

General Conditions

- In accordance with the UNDP Internship policy, UNDP interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend, with a rate that varies depending on the duty location. The stipend will be paid monthly, and part-time internship arrangements are prorated accordingly. 
- Where an intern is financially supported by an institution, government or third party, UNDP will pay the intern the difference, if any, between the external financial support provided and the applicable UNDP stipend.
- Except for the stipend, all other expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring government or institutions.
- Interns are not considered staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
- The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP, but to complement an intern's studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship.

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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Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation

Role: Other

Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%

Job type: Internship

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