INTERN - Social Media Intern/Donor Visibility

Contract

This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting Under the direct supervision of the Digital Communications Coordinator, the intern will support the Departments of Communications and External Relations in social media content creation for donor visibility.

A work plan with achievements for the duration of the internship and learning opportunities will be agreed upon. Periodic progress meetings will lead to a beneficial environment for the intern enhancing her/his/their skills and capacity in areas related to Digital Engagement. The position will be remote for its duration, with possibility to be based in Jerusalem HQ. The internship is not renumerated.

Responsibilities - Support the daily coordination of donor visibility content for social media accounts (Instagram and Twitter); - Create and amplify content for visibility during Commissioner-General and Deputy Commissioner-General missions; - Write engaging posts and support the development of donor communications tools such as infographics, fact-sheets, multi-media assets etc.; - Coordinate with ERD and donor visibility colleagues to ensure the visibility of events, campaigns and key activities planned by ERD and field offices; - Provide channel-specific ideas for the use of social media messages, videos or photo content; - Evaluate social media analytics together with the Department of Communications to amplify the reach of UNRWA donor visibility materials across social media, regionally and globally, specific per each donor; - Analyze website content and propose ways to share it on social media; - Research industry standards; - Provide donor post social media analytics.

Competencies Functional Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of social media best practices on Instagram and Twitter;
• Some experience in social media management or digital engagement;
• Excellent writing and research skills;
• Ability to multi-task and address competing priorities;
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, In-Design and other graphic design production tools is an asset;

• Experience with the creation of Instagram Stories, Reels and Live video in a professional or personal context is an advantage.

  Education Learning Elements:

Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the Intern will gain the following knowledge assets:

• Increased understanding of how large, international organizations use communications, and social media in particular, to build their brand and provide visibility to donors.
• Understanding of the UNRWA mandate and policies, including regional set-up
• Understanding and familiarity with communication principles and messaging
• Ability to communicate messages using inclusive language
• Ability to write and formulate channel-specific social media content
• Understanding of basic project management principles

• Understanding of how to participate in a creative and collaborative content-production process

  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 communications, public relations, journalism or other similar subject would be an asset (is desirable)

  Languages Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required; Working knowledge of Arabic a distinct advantage.

  Assessment Potential candidates will be contacted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration.

  Special Notice Location: Preferably working from Jerusalem or Remote Working Full/Part-time: 4 days a week, schedule reviewed per week Duration: 3-6 months

Interns are not financially remunerated by UNRWA. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include: A portfolio of existing work, in addition to a proof of strategy success, including audience growth analytics where applicable.

Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship, including any relevant internship or other experience.

Explain your interest in the UNRWA Internship Programme.

In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work and academic experiences, and three references.

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

United Nations Considerations Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA 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. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

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.

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