Internship for Partnership and Advocacy, PPD Tokyo, Japan

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UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world.

For every child, hope.

The UNICEF Internship Programme offers qualified and eligible students at both Headquarters (HQ) and Country Offices (CO) the unique opportunity to acquire direct practical experience in UNICEF's work and the United Nations system under the direct supervision of experienced UNICEF staff.

Purpose of the assignment

The Division of Public Partnerships (PPD) works to strengthen UNICEF’s position as a partner of choice for children’s right among governments and public actors around the world. The intern will acquire direct practical experience in PPD Tokyo’s work and the United Nations system by supporting the office’s advocacy, communication and visibility activities, under general guidance of the supervisor (Public Partnership Specialist).

Specific tasks:

Under the supervision of the Public Partnership Specialist, PPD Tokyo, the intern will

  • Assist the Team’s efforts to enhance donor visibility and UNICEF’s advocacy messages by gathering and organising information for key counterparts and media
  • Update and improve the Tokyo office’s web site and social media accounts as necessary
  • Assist the team in translating UNICEF messages, press releases and other publications
  • Provide logistical support for events, consultation and workshops that the office will organize
  • Any other tasks assigned by the supervisor

Duration of assignment: Between July 2022 - June 2023 (more than 3 months, up to 6 months)

Duty station is Tokyo, Japan.

Qualifications of successful candidates:

  • Currently enrolled in a university or a graduate school or those who graduated from schools within two years. Professional experiences are desirable.
  • Available for work in the office at least 4 days per week for 3-6 months.
  • Interested in child rights, child protection, education, health, nutrition, water and sanitation, gender and so on.
  • Experience and/or knowledge on international cooperation as well as humanitarian and development assistance.
  • Experience in public relations and/or event management is an asset.
  • Experience in video editing is an asset.
  • A high level of proficiency in both written and oral languages of English and Japanese is required.
  • Ability to work with MS Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

Payment of stipend: PPD Tokyo will provide a lump sum of JPY 5,500/ day, inclusive of transport costs.

Work modality: Depending on the COVID-19 situation in the duty station, interns may be asked to work from home.

How to apply:

Applicants are requested to apply through this online system by 9 May 2022. When you apply, please attach your CV (both in English and Japanese) and a cover letter in English to state the majors/areas of your study and the reason for application.

Please specify when and how often you are available for work during the proposed period (July 2022 – June 2023) in your cover letter.

Only qualified applicants will be short-listed and notified for further screening and interview. Thank you for your understanding.

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