INTERN - GRAPHIC DESIGN AND COMMUNICATIONS

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Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the agency for human settlements 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). Currently, UN-Habitat-Andean Countries HUB is implementing the project “Inclusive Cities, Communities of Solidarity”. UN-Habitat, IOM, and UNHCR as United Nations agencies with mandates relating to human settlements, migration, and refugee protection decide to join forces with the European Commission's Directorate-General for International Cooperation and Development (DEVCO) to carry out an inter-agency project, which seeks to reduce the vulnerabilities of Venezuelan migrants and refugees, and address the impact on host communities to design stable and durable solutions with a medium- and long-term vision in 9 cities, and selected territories at a lesser reach within cities, called Territorial Intervention Units, in Latin America and the Caribbean. The first phase of the project has been defined as cities subject to action: Barranquilla and Cúcuta/Villa del Rosario in Colombia, Quito in Ecuador, Lima in Peru, and specific intervention in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. In addition, a second phase was added that includes the second city in Ecuador and Colombia, these being Manta and Bucaramanga respectively, and the city of Chaguanas in Trinidad and Tobago as well as Panama City in Panama, while in the case of Lima, Quito, and Santo Domingo the intervention is extended to two territorial units in the city. The intern will be under the direct supervision of the UN-Habitat, Bogota, Andean Countries HUB, Administrative and Financial Specialist and Coordinator.

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), Bogota, Andean Countries HUB internship is for six (6) months.

In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship. The work hours during the internship shall be determined based on individual discussion between the intern and the supervisor(s) taking into consideration the minimum requirements of the Organization and the time difference between the hosting office and the location of the intern.

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 Administrative and Financial Specialist, and Coordinator, the intern will: - Support the HUB Coordinator and the Communications Analyst in the implementation of the projects of UN-Habitat Andean Countries HUB, in tasks related to internal and external communication, as well as in the planning of the strategic agenda, management of events and missions, development of work materials, preparation of documents, contact with media, and/or making notes and/or press events. - Develop different media products (web, social media platforms, advertising promotion and broadcast media) to disseminate the results derivate from UN-Habitat HUB Andean Countries Projects to different target audiences. - Support in completing journalistic reports on online and offline platforms on topics related to UN-Habitat HUB Andean Countries to incorporate the message and the topics of the campaign into all events and relevant products. - Support the design of graphic pieces and image editing on demand of the HUB and in line with the image requirements of the United Nations, UN-Habitat and other campaigns needed. - Support in the layout of technical documents and presentations developed in the HUB to facilitate the readability of the reports. - Support video editing processes. - Support the design of websites in the framework of the Projects implemented in the HUB. - Keep the graphic contents updated with the information provided by the projects team. - Assist the Coordination of the HUB in the graphic processes. - Support the drafting of formal communications and support all communications. - Perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor as necessary. .

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: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); c. 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 and the New Urban Agenda;

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: Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Advertising, Marketing, Social Communication, Journalism, or related areas.

No previous experience is necessary. However, experience in design and branding, management of digital retouching and graphic and video editing (Photoshop, Premier, illustrator), social media, and development of external and internal communication strategies will be positively valued.

Previous experience with the United Nations or other International Cooperation Organizations is an asset.

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 in social media, design, branding, digital retouching, graphic/video editing, or layout of documents is required.

Experience working on the design or formulation of a communications strategy is desirable.

Experience working with the United Nations or other International Cooperation Organizations is desirable.

Participation and contribution to research projects are desirable.

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

Assessment Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice Your application for this internship must include: 1. A completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include:

- Title of the degree you are currently pursuing - Graduation Date - IT skills and programmes you are proficient in - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship

Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).

2. Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).

3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

“In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship".

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.