UNDP Jobs - 63442- Re-advertisement - Intern -Inter-Business Call to

Re-advertisement - Intern -Inter-Business Call to Action / IICPSD

Location :

Istanbul, TURKEY

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

18-Apr-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

6 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

6 months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. 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.

Background

Candidates who previously applied need not re-apply.

Launched in 2008, the Business Call to Action (BCtA) is a global membership platform that encourages private sector companies to develop innovative business models that combine profitability with development impact, in support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

BCtA members are market leaders and innovators, committed to developing commercially viable business ventures that engage people living at the Base of the Economic Pyramid (BoP) as consumers, producers, suppliers, and distributors of goods and services. In more than 50 countries, business leaders are spearheading efforts to provide the poor with the tools and resources they need to succeed by promoting economic opportunity. BCtA provides a leadership platform for companies to demonstrate their commitment to development and to access global expertise on innovation at the BoP.

In an effort to strengthen and expand its digital and social media communications, BCtA seeks to enlist an Istanbul-based intern who will support the programme’s social media outreach and digital platforms. Reporting to the Communications Lead, and working closely with both the Knowledge and Programme Strategy Leads, the intern will support the creation and implementation of a digital strategy to accelerate recognition of BCtA globally.

Duties and Responsibilities

Research, expand the online presence and monitor BCtA’s social media networks and activities including Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, and including distribution of BCtA quarterly newsletter. Support re-establishing a LinkedIn account. Evaluate viability and impact of establishing Instagram and/or Pinterest accounts. Provide daily analytics on social media reach and outputs.

Assess BCtA newsletter infrastructure, purge/clean recipient list, manage digital marketing and in consultation with website developer assess/recommend viable new format if advantageous.

Collaborate on the development and execution of online content and campaigns delivered across various social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc.

Collaborate on the development and implementation of online content including images, infographics, videos and blogs.
Support the development of content for the project’s dedicated social media accounts on consultations and thematic discussions. Maintain a live Twitter feed for BCtA events, announcements, etc.

Manage conversations with followers in a consistent brand voice across all channels to ensure all inquiries and comments receive a response in a timely and accurate manner and participate in dialogue around trending topics, popular hashtags, current and live events.

Keep abreast of social media trends and identify new opportunities to increase the visibility of the BCtA’s work on online platforms.
Manage the social media content calendar to determine appropriate timeline for posting, engaging and optimizing content specific to each social media platform.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:

Commitment to UNDP's mission, vision and values;
Sensitivity to cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age differences;
Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty.

Functional Competencies:

Excellent writing skills, as well as strong analytical aptitude and strong communication skills;
Ability to manage workload with minimum supervision and collaborate with a wide range of colleagues while meeting deadlines;
Excellent interpersonal skills: being able to listen and collaborate with a wide range of players, being able to work independently, being pro-active and taking initiatives but also able to identify threats in social media use;
Be able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Currently enrolled in a graduate level degree programme in communication, public relations, journalism or other relevant/related field as a full-time student at the time of application to the internship.

Experience:

At least one year of experience with social media channels (including Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Google and blogs), with successful results;
Experience developing effective social media strategies and campaigns, including writing and editing content;
At least one year of experience in writing and editing web material;
Computer literate in standard software applications;
Demonstrated keen interest in the work of the UN, and of UNDP in particular, and have a personal commitment to UNDP's Statement of Purpose and to the ideals of the UN Charter;
Demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

Language:

Strong spoken and written English is required;
Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Conditions of Service:

Internships are non-paid and travel expenses are not covered;
Available for working in the IICPSD for a period of 3-6 months. (Applicants available for six months are preferred. Applicants must state their availability);
Have an appropriate communications background with previous engagement in social media initiatives;
An understanding in economic or development issues is an advantage;
Be willing to work within the framework of IICPSD’s internship policies.

Application Procedure:

The application should contain:

Brief Cover Letter (in English) stating interest in and qualifications for the post;
Current and complete CV in English;
One relevant writing sample.

Please group all your documents into one single PDF document as the system only allows to upload maximum one document.
Candidates who are selected for must submit prior to the interview the following documents:

Official letter from the University confirming enrollment in a graduate-level degree programme;
Proof of medical and life/accident insurance valid for the location in which the internship will be carried out. Selected intern must have medical and life insurance.

UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship.
Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
It is important to note that interns are responsible to arrange for their own visa and residence documents, and need to plan for these well in advance.

Subsequent Employment

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.
More information available at: http://www.undp.org/internships/.