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Communications Intern

Geneva

  • Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
  • Location: Geneva
  • Grade: Internship - Internship
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Communication and Public Information
  • Closing Date: 2025-06-13

Hosted Entities ATscale
Job categories Communications
Vacancy code VA/2025/B5007/30190
Department/office GPO, GVA, Geneva
Duty station Geneva, Switzerland
Contract type Intern
Contract level Intern
Duration 12 Months
Application period 23-May-2025 to 13-Jun-2025
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the guidance and supervision of the Advocacy and Communications Advisor, the Communications Intern will provide support to ATscale's communications efforts, performing a variety of dedicated functions to ensure high-quality and accurate work.

  • Social media content creation: Assist the team to produce engaging and informative content for ATscale and Unlock The Everyday social media platforms, including text, images, and videos.  Produce periodic reports summarizing the activities and presence of ATscale and Unlock the Everyday across digital platforms.

  • Website support: Support the Communications Specialist to manage and update the content of the ATscale and Unlock The Everyday websites.

  • Publication support: Assist in the production of ATscale publications, including graphic design and layout, translation coordination, and creating accessible versions.

  • Audio visual content support: Organize audio-visual content, including photos and videos, and support the creation of new multimedia materials.

  • Partner pitch development: Support the development of pitches and communication materials for ATscale partners.

  • Administrative support: Assist with scheduling meetings, taking meeting minutes, and preparing briefing notes.

  • General communications support: Provide general assistance to the Communications team on various projects and activities as needed.

  • Other tasks: Other communication and administrative-related tasks as assigned by the unit.

Training components and learning elements

ATscale/UNOPS highly values interns' contributions and appreciates the importance of learning during an internship. ATscale thus will provide a wealth of opportunities for on-the-job training.

She/he will have the opportunity to join official meetings and learn about ATscale, the UN, the disability sector and multilateral cooperation. She/he will get exposure to key stakeholders, multi-partner donors, international non-governmental organizations, government work and other representatives.

Impact of Results The effective and successful achievement of results will support ATscale's communications efforts, enhance its visibility, and contribute to achieving its mission of increasing access to assistive technology globally.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:
  • Education: Must be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to the application date of the internship, preferably in communications, marketing, or a related field.
Experience:

Professional work experience is not required for this internship.

The  following  experience  will however  be  an asset:

  • Experience in communications, marketing, or social media

  • Experience with content creation, website management, or graphic design

Language:
  • Fluency is written and oral English is required. 
  • Fluency in other UN languages in particular Spanish, French and Chinese is an advantage.
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Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.
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