UNDP: Communication Officer Internships 2022

UNDP: Communication Officer Internships 2022 has become available in Gauteng for unemployed graduates in possession of any of the below qualifications. If interested, kindly check the below requirements. STREAK OF LUCK!

UNDP South Africa invites unemployed applicants to apply for Graduate / Internship Programme 2022 / 2023.

Company: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Date Listed: 12 September 2022

Job Type: Graduate Internship

Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Closing Date: 20 September 2022

Duties and Responsibilities:

Working closely with the WBA communication team, the intern will lead in the planning and launch of a full-scale social media platform that promotes the work of WBA, aimed at increasing visibility of results, and dissemination of evidence-based knowledge products produced by WBA.
To ideate, produce and oversee the social media account, as well as design and produce high-impact social media content in multiple formats (e.g., infographics, GIFs, video, etc.), that effectively informs and engages external audiences and supports advocacy on LGBTI inclusion.
To coordinate, develop digital and social media analytics and evaluation, gauge reach, engagement and feedback on access and use of WBA products. Recommend strategies for increasing the profile of and access to WBA social media pages.
Participate, where appropriate in WBA regional meetings, and create original text and video content aimed at promoting regional events, manage posts and respond to followers.
Working closely with the WBA communication team, monitor current events and trending topics and spot strategic opportunities for meaningful engagement and increased visibility for WBA.
Assist in identifying key stakeholders, and influencers for potential engagement with WBA including parliamentarians, senior civil servants, and key development NGOs in the region focused on the SDGs and LGBTI rights.
Research relevant content and stories to post on WBA social media platforms, keep track of the key performance indicators (KPI’s) for each network.
Support drafting press releases, op-eds, blogs, stories, and other text-based outreach materials, as well as provide copywriting and proofreading.
Support the development and ongoing maintenance of the WBA contact list, including supportive journalists in the region and ensure continuous engagement.
Provide support to any other activities related to WBA.

Competencies:

Understanding of LGBTI issues in developing countries and sensitivity to working with front-line activists.
Extensive experience in using multiple social media platforms and building audience interaction.
Understanding of strategic communication and how it can contribute to the achievement of specific development goals.
Ability to engage with a wide range of partners and forge productive working relationships.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
Responsible, responsive, enthusiastic.
Strong attention to detail; and
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Required Skills and Experience:

Interns are selected on a competitive basis. Applicants to UNDP internships, must at the time of application meet one of the following academic requirements:

Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent).
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
Have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.
Additionally, must be active on one or more social media sites with a substantial following.

Field of study: Communications, Journalism, Marketing, International Relations, Political Science or equivalent. (Preferred but not required)

Communication: Ability to summarize a large amount of information and translate it into a compelling product for a public audience.

Software skills: Strong IT skills including full competency in MS Office/365. Good knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop, as well as social media management software is an asset.

Language skills: Fluency in English is required and additional proficiency in French and/or Portuguese is a strong asset.

How to Apply for UNDP: Communication Officer Internships 2022

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE FOR COMMUNICATION INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

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UNDP: Communication Officer Internships 2022