Communications Assistant (Intern) International

The intern will work in the Communications unit of the Three Millennium Development Goal Fund (3MDG) under direct supervision of 3MDG Communications Officer, and the overall supervision of UNOPS Head of Communications and Partnership.  He/she will be involved in improving the organization of the 3MDG website, producing graphic materials, such as factsheets and layout of reports and producing written materials for a range of internal and external products for print and online use.  Work will also include production/editing of video and photos. The work will be highly varied and include traditional print materials as well as website and social media campaigns.  

1.     Duties and Responsibilities

Specific intern responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

-        Assist with re-organizing the 3MDG website

-        Assisting with design of communications materials (using tools such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

-        Assist with the production and editing of short videos and photo montages for the web.

-        Writing high-quality copy for external news stories, factsheets and web content.

-        Editing and proofreading copy, publications and websites.

-        Assisting with internal/external communications, including production of the newsletter

-        Assisting with research and compilation of information for 3MDG progress report and other publications.

-        General administration and support.

-        Reporting to and performing other duties as requested by 3MDG Communications Officer and UNOPS Head of Communications and Partnerships.

The intern is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

2.     Training components and participation in missions

UNOPS highly values interns’ contributions and realizes the importance of learning during an internship. UNOPS thus provides a wealth of opportunities for on-the-job training, studying project-related documents, data analysis and preparation of reports and statistics. UNOPS encourages the intern to raise specific wishes regarding learning opportunities before and during the internship. 

The intern will be required to take Basic and Advanced Security in the Field courses before arrival and the Department of Safety and Security briefing immediately after arrival. S/he will take the online UN and UNOPS induction courses on arrival. The intern will participate in the UNOPS Myanmar Induction Training that comprehensively covers all aspects of UNOPS work in Myanmar. S/he will have access to a large offering of online training on the comprehensive UNOPS intranet and opportunities to communicate with UNOPS HQ, Regional Office, and other country offices.

The duties are Yangon-based. Missions outside Yangon are not foreseen but are possible, if such support is required.

3. Terms and Conditions

UNOPS Myanmar will provide the intern with the following:

• Workspace in a shared office including computer, stationery, land line telephone
• Use of common office facilities, as for all UNOPS staff
• Interns may be eligible for a small monthly stipend from UNOPS, as per UNOPS Myanmar intern policy
• If mission travel is undertaken, Daily Subsistence Allowance, in accordance with UN policy
• Assistance with application for work visa

Interns must make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and insurance coverage.

The internship comes with no expectations of future employment with UNOPS as a direct result of the internship.

1. Education

• To be eligible, interns must be studying for a university degree such as a Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D in a relevant subject such as in graphic design, journalism, communications, development or a related field, or have graduated from such studies within three years prior to the application date for the internship.

2. Experience

• Although no prior work experience is required for an internship, some experience in the area of Graphic Design, Journalism, Communications, Development or other related field is an asset.
• Solid knowledge of MS Office is essential. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software is required (particularly InDesign and Illustrator). 
• Web content management skills are required 
• Audio visual editing skills (photo and video) are an asset

3.  Language Skills

• Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second language is an asset.

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.