UNEP Intern - Communications Support Jobs in Kenya

UNEP Intern - Communications Support Jobs in Kenya

Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

The overall objective of UNEP’s Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision-makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive.

It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities.

The Chemicals and Health Branch of the Industry and Economy Division leads UNEP's sub-programme on Chemicals, Waste and Air Quality. UNEP’s programme of work centers around assistance to countries and multilateral environmental agreement (MEA) secretariats to assist in technical-scientific issues related to priority chemicals and implementation of the United Nations Environment Assembly and Governing Council resolutions.

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Unit of the Chemicals and Health Branch is responsible for the development and management of all GEF projects implemented by UNEP in the Chemicals and Wastes focal area. To date, the team has a portfolio of 100 projects represented over $200 mil of GEF investment supporting countries in their implementation of the Stockholm Convention, the Minamata Convention and SAICM.

The internships will be for work with UNEP, Industry and Economy Division, Chemicals and Health Branch, GEF Chemicals and Waste Unit staff located in Nairobi.

The Internship is for 6 months and UNPAID. Interns work five days per week (40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

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.

Responsibilities

• The intern will support the Unit’s communications focal point to generate outputs for the UNEP website and social media channels and coordinate correspondence with project stakeholders.

• Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

Writing stories, press releases, listicles and features, coordinating inputs from project managers, the field and experts within the Unit

Drafting quarterly communications, reports to UNEP Regional Offices, project updates and other emails to stakeholders as necessary

Maintaining and updating the Unit’s contacts database

Identifying new communications tools that showcase GEF Chemicals and Waste projects and activities.

The Internship is for 6 months and UNPAID. Interns work five days per week (40 hours) under the supervision of a staff

member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

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.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations.

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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.

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.

Education

Applicant must meet one of the following requirements:

Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in Communications Sciences, Journalism, digital communications, or related areas;

Graphic design studies will be valued.
Background and demonstrated keen interest in environment and health, gender and pollution.

Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

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.

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.

Demonstrate keen interest in environment and health, gender and pollution is desired

Languages

English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English is required for the Internship Programme.

Knowledge of one of the following UN language is an advantage (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UNEP Intern - Communications Support Jobs in Kenya

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