United Nations Human Settlements Programme Intern - SDG Localization: Communication

United Nations Human Settlements Programme Intern - SDG Localization: Communication

Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all (www.unhabitat.org).

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) works in over 90 countries to advance the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at the local level in accordance with the commitments and principles set out in the New Urban Agenda.

The work on SDG localization is guided by a partnership-based territorial approach, and its core principles are to leave no one and no territory behind, multilevel governance, and multi-stakeholder partnerships.

SDG Cities offers a systematic way to support cities to become sustainable and resilient by connecting a value chain of data, inclusive, evidence-based strategic planning, strengthened capacity of local institutions and the development and financing of high-impact projects.

The programme provides cities with 1) an online bank of tools for data collection and analysis, institutional capacity development and project preparation and financial matchmaking; 2) support hubs that provide technical backstopping support backstopping to participating cities at each stage of the SDG City cycle; 3) strategic partnerships with cities and investors, and 4) recognizes the achievement of cities through the SDG Cities Certification.

This internship is aimed at supporting communication and outreach activities of the SDG Localization and Local Governments Team and the SDG Cities Flagship Programme. The intern will be under the direct supervision of the UN-Habitat, Nairobi, Urban Practices Branch, Human Settlements Officer on SDG Localization and Local Governments.

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), Nairobi, Urban Practices Branch internship is for six (6) months.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.

Interns work five days per week under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

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

Under the direct supervision of the Human Settlements Officer on SDG Localization and Local Governments, the intern will:

Collaborate with team members to develop a communication and social media strategy to promote the work of the SDG Localization and Local Governments team and the SDG Cities team externally.

Support the development of new social media accounts (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Youtube).

Assist with the creation of content and explore new material to promote SDG Localization under the work of the SDG Localization and Local Governments team and the SDG Cities team.

Support the production of visibility materials to promote relevant events, projects and other activities, including social media posts, infographics, multi-media assets, emails, letters, flyers, messaging, and outreach material.

Assist with disseminating visibility materials through the Teams’ networks and UN-Habitat’s communication channels.

Develop graphic material for reports, knowledge products, and online content developed by the team.

Develop infographics to translate complex processes into digestible and appealing visual representations for the SDG Cities and SDG Localization processes.

Website design and maintenance, including the setting up of a new UN-Habitat SDG localization website and regular updates of the UN-Habitat’s Voluntary Local Reviews

Ensure coherency and consistency between communication material of the SDG Localization team and SDG Cities team.

Facilitate internal communication and maintain regular relations with UN-Habitat’s Communication and Information Technology teams. Stay current on new social media tools and identify new communications strategies.

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

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);

Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);

Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent

Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).

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

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.

Preferred areas of studies:

Journalism, Communication, Public Relations, Social and Political Sciences, International Relations, Urban/Public Policy, Governance, Legislation, or other any related fields.

Qualifications and Skills Required

Successful applicants are expected to have demonstrated ability in one or more areas listed below:

Possess strong writing skills and experience with social media messaging.

Possess graphic design and visual materials development skills; experience with graphic design and video design software (Adobe Premiere Pro) is an asset.

Possess knowledge of website development and maintenance (Webflow, Wix, Wordpress) is an asset.

Possess vital interests in local governance and local development and is self-motivated.

Be computer literate in standard software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Knowledge of design or web software such as the Adobe creative suite (e.g., Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop) is an asset.

Ability to work and deliver outputs independently, on time, and with minimal supervision.

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.

Experience with social media messaging and good writing skills is required.

Experience with graphic design software, video design software (Adobe Premiere Pro), and visual development skills is desirable

Knowledge of website development and maintenance (Web flow, Wix, WordPress) is desirable.

Knowledge in understanding the importance of localizing the SDGs and the main challenges that local and regional governments are facing in implementing the SDGs, particularly in reporting, is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in English both oral and written is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Human Settlements Programme Intern - SDG Localization: Communication

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