Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Task Manager for the region, the intern is expected to provide support with regards to communication and outreach of UNEP’s GEF mitigation portfolio in Latin America and the Caribbean. Specifically, the internship will entail the following tasks:

a) Develop a communication and outreach strategy for the UNEP GEF mitigation team;
b) Prepare a list of communications ideas based on projects of UNEP’s GEF portfolio in Latin America and the Caribbean
c) Determine communication pieces to be developed based on the list in (a), based on consultation with the Task Manager and relevant UNEP teams in Nairobi and Paris;
d) Undertake research for the communication pieces, including interviews with country actors, under the guidance of the Task Manager and relevant UNEP teams in Nairobi and Paris;
e) Prepare first drafts and subsequent drafts of the communication pieces and submit for Task Manager, Nairobi and Paris UNEP office review;
f) Together with Nairobi and Paris UNEP offices, prepare the final communication products;
g) Organize an in-house webinar and make a presentation on the communication products;
h) Performing other tasks as required. Supporting other activities of the LAC team as requested.

Competencies

Main skills:
¿ Strong written, research, analytical and people skills are required;
¿ Experience in preparing interesting communication articles and presentations
¿ Familiarity with climate change and renewable energies is an asset.

Communication:
¿ Speaks and writes clearly in English;
¿ Fluency in Spanish;
¿ Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
¿ Provides timely feedback on the assignments, addressing any required follow-up questions, 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.

Teamwork:
¿ Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
¿ Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others;
¿ Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning & Organizing:
¿ Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies.
¿ Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required.
¿ Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.
¿ Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning.
¿ Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary.
¿ Uses time efficiently.

Education

The applicant at the time of application must meet one of the following requirements:

a) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (university degree or equivalent, or higher), in the fields of communication, journalism, advertising, marketing, broadcasting, public relations or others related fields;
b) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent) in one of the fields indicated in item a);
c) Have graduated with a university degree in one of the fields indicated in item a) and, if selected, commence the internship within one-year after graduation.

Work Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency (both oral and written) in English and Spanish is required.

Assessment

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include:

1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include:

- Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
- Graduation Date
- IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
- Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship

Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).

2. Proof of enrolment from current University (if not graduated).

3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).