UN World Food Programme Intern (Communications) Jobs in Tanzania

UN World Food Programme Intern (Communications) Jobs in Tanzania

About WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

Background of the Assignment:

The Communications, Advocacy and Marketing/Partnerships (CAM/P) Unit provides support to all programmes under WFP Country Office. The Unit is responsible for formulating and implementing communication strategies and visibility plans.

Additionally, the Unit supports the Country Office to organize public events, press conferences and workshops, and develops various communications materials including brochures, press releases, documentaries and infographics.

Standard Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate programme (for example, Bachelor's degree) and have completed at least two years of the programme as well as have attended classes in the last 12 months with the University.

Currently enrolled in a Graduate Programme (for example, Masters) and have attended classes in the last 12 months with the University.

Recent Graduate (from an Undergraduate or Graduate Programme) within six months prior to application to the internship and attended classes in the last 12 months of enrolment with the University.

Languages: Working knowledge in both English and Swahili (proficiency/ level C) is required.

Preferred field of study: University Degree in Mass Communications, Journalism or Public Relations.

Organizational Context

The World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide.
We are currently seeking to fill an internship position under the WFP Communications, Advocacy and Marketing/Partnerships (CAM/P) unit of the Dar -es Salaam Country Office in Tanzania.
The Internship will be for an initial period of 8 months starting from 01 February 2023.

Job Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to hire

an intern to focus on organizing public events, press conferences and workshops, and developing various communications materials including brochures, press releases, documentaries and infographics, the intern will also be expected to work in a team to support the Communications, Advocacy and Marketing/Partnerships (CAM/P) Unit with other tasks as required.

Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)

Reporting to the Communications Officer, she/he will be responsible for the following responsibilities:

Events - Assist in the preparation and coordination of events.

Communication materials - Support in the development and translation of communication materials when necessary.

Media - Support with media coordination and assist in developing regular media monitoring reports.

Write stories, reports and minutes of meetings.

Assist with content development of the website.

Update the communication database and filing system.

Any other related tasks to support the CAM/P unit.

Other Specific Job Requirements

Experience:

Good understanding of and experience in communications.

Experience in providing required support in a non-profit organization or United Nations will be an added advantage.

Knowledge and Skills:

Photo and video taking skills.

Ability to write clearly and concisely.
Media coordination.

Excellent communication skills demonstrated by the ability to communicate effectively. and creatively across different constituencies.

Ability to work with a positive and constructive attitude with attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members of different national and cultural backgrounds.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UN World Food Programme Intern (Communications) Jobs in Tanzania

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