Communication Programme Interns, Yerevan, Armenia, 6 months - Open to the nationals of Armenia 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, a champion

Under the guidance of the Digital Governance Officer, and in coordination with Programme units, Communication Programme Intern is accountable for supporting the implementation of an advocacy and risk communication in the context of COVID -19 to be the leading voice for children, expand reach, and engage people to take action for children.

How can you make a difference?

Major tasks to be accomplished:

• Update photo database on WeShare platform
• Support with strengthening fundraising databases and profiling
• Update SharePoint site and archive necessary assets
• Support the development of information materials, including translation
• Help track mass media coverage related key performance indicators
• Help track other relevant key performance indicators when assigned
• Contribute to generating digital analytics for informed decisions
• Translate and proofread communication materials, when necessary
• Support the development of social media calendar and campaigns in line with monthly editorial calendar
• Support the management of digital channels, from posting to analytics and responding to messages
• Provide organizational support for events/exhibitions, including pre-event verification calls, when necessary
• Support section filing and archiving, including of digital materials

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

Work experience:

• Volunteer experience is an asset

Language Proficiency:

• Strong knowledge of Armenian and English

Other skills and Attributes:

• Advanced knowledge of standard computer applications, including MS Office
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

• Flexibility and adaptability to changes

  Terms and Conditions:

• In accordance with UNICEF’s guidelines, the intern will be paid a monthly stipend of AMD 55,000.

• UNICEF will not be responsible for costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the intern’s service, whether on or off UNICEF premises. Therefore, the selected candidate must provide proof of enrolment in a health/accident plan prior to start his/her work with the Section. If accepted, the intern will be required to provide a copy of health insurance coverage and to fill out the relevant UNICEF forms on conditions regarding service as an intern.

Other requirements and Eligibility

• Be enrolled in a degree programme or have graduated within the past two years in the area of Sociology or Marketing with good academic standing
• Selected intern must be at least 18 years old.

Terms of the application:

The deadline for the submission of applications is 30 December 2021. Applications should include:

• Cover letter;
• CV with links to any social media pages that you have managed or content produced;
• Proof of bachelor’s degree and/or proof of enrolment in a Master’s degree programme (letter from your department) and up to date university degree

All qualified applicants should apply online, using the UNICEF E-Recruitment system and following the online application link.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

For more details please refer to the attached ToR UNICEF Armenia ToR_Comms Interns_Dec 2021_VA.pdf

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

To view our competency framework, please visit here.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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:

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

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