Intern – Public Information

Org. Setting and Reporting

The intern will work in the Office of the Police Adviser in the United Nations Police Division, Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) within the Department of Peace Operations (DPO). The Police Division supports the implementation of policing and rule of law mandates of United Nations peace operations. The internship is for a period of three months and is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

More information on the functions of the Police Division can be found on the below link: https://police.un.org/en Responsibilities

Duties for the Public Information Intern may include, but are not limited to:

- Assist in monitoring media coverage of United Nations Police and international relations issues. - Assist with media outreach and events. - Assist in United Nations Police policy, communication and outreach activities targeted at both internal and external audiences. - Research, compile, draft and edit basic information for use in the preparation and production of public information and policy materials, including website content in English and French. - Assist with preparing training materials, based on the existing UN Police guidelines under the supervision of a staff member. - Assist with the maintenance of and help develop United Nations Police Social Media tools (Twitter, Facebook, flickr, etc.). - Assist in liaison with police public information focal points in peace operations that have a United Nations Police component, particularly as relates to generating multimedia public information materials. - Assist in the preparation of policy and outreach material such as talking points, correspondence and presentations. - Administrative duties, such as organization of events, website management and preparing public information materials, may constitute up to 50% of the intern's workload depending on ongoing activities at the United Nations Police Division. - Perform other duties as necessary. Competencies

PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of concepts related to public information and media; Ability to perform academic research, write articles and public information materials; knowledge of design concepts and graphic design; ability to take videos and basic film editing through standard software; ability to update contents of a website (e.g. Wordpress).

TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Education

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme the following conditions must be met:

(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); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation; • Be computer literate in standard software applications including Microsoft Office suite (Excel and PowerPoint in particular); • Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations. • Have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme. Interest and experience in communications is preferred. Familiarity with and/or interest in taking digital photographs, filming video editing and familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Indesign (or other graphic design programme) is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Working knowledge of other French or any other UN languages is desirable.

Assessment

Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice

Duration of need : three (3) months

A completed online application (Cover letter and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover letter must include: • Degree Programme (What are you currently studying?) • Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?) • List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. • List your top three areas of interest. • Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. • Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills and three references. Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Deadline for Application: 28 July 2020 More Information and Application details

Tags: DPO - Department of Peace Operations