Background
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Brazil is offering to a selected group of outstanding graduate and undergraduate-level students the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural international organization.The internship programme for the Communications Unit is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of multilateral technical cooperation, international studies, international development and inclusive growth.
Objectives
The purpose of the Communications Unit Internship Programme is to provide an opportunity to make substantive contributions to the office’s work, mostly by providing support to the Communications Team in its daily activities and in the accomplishment of the goals and tasks that are part of the Country Office Communications Strategy.
This internship opportunity does not lead to further employment with UNDP. Its goal is to offer the intern the opportunity to learn, gather experiences and complement his/her studies.
Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.
Venue
Internships take place at the UNDP Country Office, in the UN House in Brasilia, Brazil.
Status
Interns are not staff members.
Interns may not be sought or accepted as substitutes for staff to be recruited against authorized posts.
Interns may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
Length
The length of this internship at UNDP Brazil is 6 months (part-time; morning shift).
The duration of the assignment will be from February –July (estimated).
Financial Issues
Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP.
The costs associated with the internship must be borne by the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, accommodation etc.
Insurance
UNDP accepts no responsibility for the medical and life insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the guidance and supervision of the Communications Coordinator, the intern will be responsible for the following activities:- Assist the Communications Team in the maintenance and update of UNDP Brazil’s website(s);
- Translate documents, presentations, news articles and press releases into English-Portuguese (and vice-versa);
- Prepare daily news clipping on stories of the interest of UNDP and its partners;
- Gather information on themes related to UNDP’s mandate and UNDP Brazil’s projects;
- Support the Communications Team in the preparation and organization of events;
- Assist in the management and update of mailing lists used by the Communications Unit;
- Assist in handling telephone calls, requests from the press, the general public and UNDP partners, as well as internal clients;
- Assist in the organization and preparation of the Communications Unit internal schedules, meetings, and team activities;
- Provide logistical and administrative support to the Communications Team;
- Help develop graphic materials, edit audio-visual content, prepare PowerPoint and Prezi presentations, and other related activities;
- Perform other related tasks as needed;
Competencies
Teamwork:Good interpersonal skills;
Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment with full respect for diversity.
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensibility and adaptability.
Professionalism:
Ability to manage processes, maintain accurate records, interpret/analyze a wide variety of data, and identify/resolve problems.
Planning and Organizing:
Demonstrated effective organizational skills and ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner.
Commitment to continuous learning:
Initiative and willingness to keep abreast of new trends in development issues.
Technological awareness:
Proficiency in various MS Office applications and other IT applications.
Communication:
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.
Required Skills and Experience
Candidates for the Internship Programme are selected on a competitive basis. The following minimum qualifications are required:Education
- Candidates must be enrolled in a graduate OR have completed at least 50% of undergraduate studies in Communications or Journalism.
OR
- Have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree, if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages;
- Not have graduated prior to the beginning of the internship.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Expected to demonstrate a keen interest in the field of development;
- Respect for the principles of the United Nations Charter and the UNDP Statement of Purpose.
Portuguese must be the candidate’s mother tongue. Fluency in English is also required. Knowledge of Spanish is an asset.
All applicants for internship must show proof of valid medical and life/accident insurance for the duty station for which they will work. It must include adequate coverage in the event of an injury or illness during the internship which:
- requires transportation to the Home Country or Country of Residence for further treatment; OR
- results in death and requires preparation and return of the remains to the Home Country, or Country of Residence.
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