Communication and Advocacy Intern, 2 positions) Accra & Tamale (Open to Ghanaian Nationals only

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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Voice

As part of efforts to advance the rights and well-being of UNICEF in Ghana, the Country Office has a vibrant, creative and busy Communication and Advocacy team. The section supports the programme, advocacy, emergency response, branding and partnership strategic communication, visibility and engagement for the Ghana Country Office, and ensuring monitoring, evaluation and management of assets. The team also participates in field missions. The Unit comprises currently of three national professionals and one Head of Section. Given the level of activity and outputs from the section, the Communication section is searching for a creative, strategic thinker with a flair for communication skills: writing, speaking and social media engagement.

To know more about what we do, kindly click on the link https://www.unicef.org/ghana/

How can you make a difference?

The intern to join the team would support Communication Unit in the following:

1. Participating in and documenting field missions
2. Drafting key communication materials (newsletters, briefings, stories)
3. Organizing and establishing an up-to-date comprehensive photo library
4. Support with social media content
5. Assist with developing content and engagement opportunities for U-Reporters

Tasks to be completed

• Create a clearly labelled photograph database with photographs from 2019 - WeShare.
• Support the documentation of field missions for priority advocacy campaigning
• Work with the Communication team to support organizing of youth-led event.
• Research and seek information that can support the creation of key UNICEF resources.
• Provide organization support for set-up and execution of key events as they arise.
• Support the production and design of media assets as required.
• Create a media coverage update.

Expected Deliverables

• At least three pieces of written content completed and submitted, including newsletters and planners
• At least two human interest stories from field missions completed and submitted
• A youth-centred event organized in relation to key advocacy priority

• At least 5 social media pieces of content completed and submitted

  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Proof of enrolment in an undergraduate or graduate programme in a university

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Reference letter from school confirming student requires internship. OR
• Up-to date university transcript or Statement of result/certificate evidencing completion of first degree within the last two years (if applicable).
• Expected field of study should be Communications or relevant sphere.

To apply

Candidates are expected to share a CV with a motivation letter explaining why they are applying and indicate their preferred location.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are... (1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.