Public Information Internships 2023 at UN Economic Commission for Africa

The UN Economic Commission for Africa invites applications for the Public Information Internship Programme 2023 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The Communications Section of the Office of the Executive Secretary(CS/OES) is offering an internship for a period of three months with possible extension of maximum six months.

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.

Have a demonstrated and keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter

The UNECA is mandated to promote the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa’s development.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background, the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.

Duties may include, but are not limited to:

1. As part of its ongoing functions, the Communication Section needs the service of an Intern to support the accomplishment of the related tasks, including generating related write-ups and story lines.

2. He/She will also support media relation functions related to press conferences and media advisories such as:

3. Monitoring media reports (local and international) of ECA events and prepare coverage reports,
4. Build and maintain media contact databases,

5. Assist in organizing and coordinating ECA media events such as press conferences/briefings, workshops,

6. Assist in preparation and distribution of press kits,
7. Assist with media interview requests, and handle other media related inquiries

8. Disseminate press releases, speeches and conference related documents to media,

9. Assist with Ethiopian government media clearance process of international media
10. Assist in organizing guided tours of ECA,

11. Assist the Web team in the packaging of CDs, flash disks for major ECA publications and events.

12. Supporting the production of audiovisual multimedia content;
13. Assisting in other ad-hoc activities as instructed.

Competencies

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.

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.

Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.Education

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

• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

(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;
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and 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

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 the position(s) advertised, fluency in either language is required; and knowledge of the other is desirable.

Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

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

Due to the large number of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.

A completed online application (including Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include

– Your Degree programme (what are you currently studying?)
– Your Graduation date (when will you or when did you graduate from the programme?);

– List your three main areas of interest
– any IT skills or software applications that you are proficient in;

– an explanation as to why you would be the best candidate for this internship;
– an explanation as to why you are interested in the United Nations Internship Programme.

In your Administrative Profile, please list all past work experience, your IT skills, and three references.