Support UNEP’s Disasters and Conflicts Programme and Climate Security efforts in Somalia.
Conduct desk research on climate, environment, and security linkages, including water management, food security, displacement, and conflict dynamics.
Draft policy briefs, talking points, background notes, and advocacy materials to support engagement with government counterparts, UN agencies, and international partners.
Assist in the preparation of speeches, presentations, and reports for high-level meetings, conferences, and donor engagements.
Support knowledge management by documenting lessons learned, best practices, and outcomes of advocacy and policy engagements.
Provide communications support, including drafting articles, web content, and social media posts to showcase UNEP’s climate, peace, and security work in Somalia.
Assist with coordination and follow-up with Somali line ministries, UN partners, and other stakeholders to ensure coherence in messaging and advocacy.
Contribute to event planning, including organizing side events, technical workshops, and inter-agency coordination meetings.
Work full-time under the supervision of the Climate, Peace and Security Advisor, reporting to the 2nd Approving Officer and day-to-day supervision by the 1st Approving Officer.
Qualifications/Special Skills
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a graduate program in International Development, International Relations, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Conflict Studies, Communications, or related field.
Applicants must be in the final year of a bachelor’s degree, enrolled in a Master’s or Ph.D. program, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. program.
Strong research and analytical skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in data management and visualization tools.
Organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
Languages
Proficiency in English (spoken and written) required.
Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Additional Information
The internship is UNPAID.
Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions.
Non-citizens may require appropriate visa or work authorization.
Official academic certificate may be requested later.
Intern-Specific Requirements
Full-time, five days per week (35–40 hours).
Work under direct supervision while contributing to UNEP communications and outreach activities for Climate, Peace, and Security initiatives in Somalia
Deadline : Nov 6, 2025
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