Communications - Intern

Job Description

Work Location

• In Person, Nairobi

Expected Duration

• 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the HRMS team in developing and implementing internal communication initiatives to engage staff across UNON.
• Draft and edit internal communication materials, including announcements, newsletters, intranet articles, briefing notes, and event summaries.
• Manage and regularly update HRMS intranet pages, ensuring information is clear, engaging, and current.
• Document HR activities and initiatives through photography, stories, and event coverage.
• Contribute to the development and execution of communication campaigns on HR-related topics such as learning, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion.
• Monitor staff feedback and engagement on HR communication channels to improve reach and impact.
• Liaise with relevant internal stakeholders to coordinate content planning, approval, and dissemination.
• Track and monitor the implementation of communication plans and timelines to ensure timely delivery.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Expected Outcomes

• Delivery of clear, timely, and engaging HR communication materials.
• Increased staff awareness and engagement with HR programmes, services, and initiatives.
• Strengthened consistency and visibility of HRMS messaging across platforms.
• Effective collaboration and coordination with internal partners.

Qualifications / Special Skills

• Be enrolled in a graduate programme, final year of a first university degree (Bachelor’s), or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program.
• Computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).
• Demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and commitment to the UN Charter.
• Ability to interact successfully with individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds, showing tolerance and understanding of differing opinions.
• Preferred areas of study: Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Media Studies, or related fields.
• Professional work experience is not required but relevant academic background is mandatory.

Languages

• Fluency in oral and written English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Additional Information

• Applicants should indicate any previous UN internship experience, including entity and contract dates.

Intern Specific Text

• Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
• Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions.
• Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the host country may require appropriate visas and work authorization.
• Candidates should confirm visa requirements before accepting the internship

Deadline : Nov 10, 2025