Intern - Pacific Regional Office in Suva/Fiji
Support the OHCHR Pacific Regional Office in communication and research efforts.
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Overview
Support the OHCHR Pacific Regional Office in communication and research efforts.
You have:
- Be a graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent degree), or be a graduate or enrolled in the final academic year of a first-level university degree programme (i.e. Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree) preferably in law, human rights, political science, international relations, or a related field.
- Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.
- Fluency in Fijian (iTaukei) and Fijian Hindi is an asset.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Suva, Fiji
Expected duration
5 Jan - 4 July 2026
Duties and Responsibilities
The intern shall support the OHCHR Pacific Regional Office in fulfilling its mission: to work for the protection of all human rights for all people; to help empower people to realize their rights; and to assist those responsible for upholding such rights in ensuring that they are implemented. Daily responsibilities of the Pacific Regional Office intern will include: -assisting the Regional Office with internal and external communication, developing tools and procedures for increased strategic communication on social media and improving advocacy leveraging international days, including through One UN messaging and optimizing communication among the Multi-Country Offices (UNCTs) in the Pacific; - assisting with research and oreparation of reports, documents and other written materials; - assist in responding to requests for information relating to the human rights situation in the region and/ or countries concerned; assist in preparing and updating country profiles, briefing packages, daily and monthly updates/reports; -assist in taking minutes of meetings, -attending and organising meetings/conferences and events on behalf of the Regional Office -perform other professional duties as requested.
Qualifications/special skills
To qualify for the United Nations Secretariat internship programme, applicants must, at the time of submission, be a graduate or enrolled in a graduate school programme (i.e. Master's degree or equivalent degree, or higher) or, be a graduate or enrolled in the final academic year of a first-level university degree programme (i.e. Bachelor's degree or equivalent degree) preferably in the area of law, human rights, political science, international relations, or a related field, or have graduated with a university degree as defined above.
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. Fluency in Fijian (iTaukei) and Fijian Hindi is an asset.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a situation where you effectively communicated difficult information? | This question assesses your communication skills and how you handle challenging situations. | Use an example that demonstrates clarity and sensitivity in your communication. |
| How have you contributed to a group project or research effort in the past? | The interviewer wants to understand your teamwork and research skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe an experience where you had to organize an event or meeting. What challenges did you face? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use to stay updated on current events related to human rights? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of a time when you had to produce a written report or document? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you handle feedback or criticism of your work? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why are you interested in human rights and how does this internship align with your career goals? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you know about the OHCHR and its role in the Pacific region? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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