UN WOMEN Jobs - 69317- Security Communications and Advocacy Internship

Security Communications and Advocacy Internship

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

12-Dec-2016

Application Deadline :

25-Nov-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

3-4 months or 6 months part time

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

3-4 months or 6 months part time

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

The Security Section at UN Women Headquarters in New York seeks to enlist a full-time or part-time intern to support the section in the development of an internal communications strategy, development of materials and implementation of communications strategy.

The position is located within the UN Women Department of Management and Administration, Office of the Security Services Section. The Security Communications and Advocacy Intern will report directly to the UN Women Global Security Associate, under the oversight of the Global Security Advisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

In line with the approved UN Women Security Services Section Annual Work Plan (AWP); the Security Communications and Advocacy Intern, will provide support to the development of outputs, whilst also scoping internal UN Women security communication requirements and developing a communications plan and materials.

The Intern will be responsible for the following:

Design, development and implementation of an internal UN Women security communications strategy.
- Further develop a communications strategy for the security section
- Development of information and communications materials (as required)
- Implementation of internal communications
The reconfiguration, update and where and when necessary, population of the UN Women Security Services Section Intranet portal, to reflect security communications, under the guidance of the UN Women Global Security Associate. The Intern will:
- Liaise with appropriate units, divisions and sections internally, utilising all available mediums;
- Liaise with appropriate external UN sister agencies externally utilising all available mediums;
- Understand and update the Intranet portal to reflect updated security communications materials and information as required.

Competencies

Communications – Clearly and effectively speaks and writes, tailoring language, tone and style to different audiences; listens to others, interprets messages from others and responds appropriately;
Teamwork – Works with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by valuing others’ ideas and expertise and is willing to learn from others.
Planning & Organizing – Identifies activities and assignments, adjusting priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work.
Accountability – Adheres to organizational rules, regulations and standards; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility.
Client Orientation – Provides services and support to internal clients, and seeks to see things from their points of view.
Creativity – Actively seeks to improve services and finds solutions to address operational problems.
Commitment to Learning – Keeps abreast of occupational developments; contributes to the learning of colleagues and provides security advice and training for others.

Required Skills and Experience

Must be a graduate of an undergraduate programme that includes the studies of communications or be a recent graduate of such a programme.
Study or experience in the field of communications and international relations is desirable.
Must have valid visa for the United States of America
Fluent in English.
Proficient in using new technologies, web-based platforms.
Interest in women’s rights issues or international development/relations.
Self-starter; organized; able to multitask and balance multiple responsibilities.