Intern: Public Information - Digital Communications

Job Description

Work Location: ADDIS ABABA

Expected duration: 6 months

Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities Communications

• Conduct research and draft engaging content for UNOAU9s social media platforms, including posts for advocacy campaigns, mission updates, and international observances.
• Assist in the creation of digital visual content for web and social media, including simple graphics such as quote cards, GIFs, and short videos.
• Contribute creative ideas to enhance UNOAU9s digital communication strategies, particularly for major events and advocacy campaigns.
• Support live coverage of events and develop content on UNOAU Website.
• Support coverage of UNOAU events and contribute to the content development for the UNOAU website.
• Assist in the daily monitoring of social media accounts.
• Provide support to internal communication efforts, including the drafting updates and information sharing materials for staff.
• Assist with photo and video coverage of the SRSG9s appointments and high-level engagements.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor.

Gender, Women, Peace and Security (WPS)

• Support research and analysis on regional trends and developments related to Gender and the Women, Peace and Security agenda.
• Assist in compiling data and background information on the impact of conflict on women and girls, particularly in conflict-affected countries across the region.
• Participate in the planning and delivery of Gender and WPS-related events organized by UNOAU, including workshops, dialogues, and awareness campaigns.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the supervisor to support the work of the unit.

Qualifications/special skills

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:

1. Applicants at the time of application must meet one of the following requirements:
   • (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or,
   • (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent)
2. The field of study must be closely related to the type of internship you are applying for, that is, Communications, Media Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, International Relations, Political Science, Gender Studies, Peace and Security Studies etc.
3. Proficiency in standard word processing and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint or similar; familiar with social media platforms and digital content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software). Any prior experience in managing digital platforms and creating visual content, or supporting communication campaigns is an asset;
4. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter.
5. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, including willingness to try to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s Master’s or Ph.D. Programme.

Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attached proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.

Languages

Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of French is strongly desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Additional Information

The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.

The United Nations does not financially remunerate interns. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

For internships in the United States of America, interns who are not United States citizens, permanent residents, or not currently in the United States on a non-immigrant visa status will be required to obtain a G-4 visa. If already in the United States of America on another non-immigrant visa status other than G-4, interns will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa and, if required, employment authorization, allowing them to undertake the internship.

For internships outside the United States, interns who are not citizens of the country, permanent residents, or not currently in the country’s non-immigrant visa status will be required to obtain a valid visa and work permit, allowing them to undertake the internship.

Applicants who are children or siblings (including stepchildren, half-siblings, or stepsiblings) of a staff member and sons or daughters-in-law may not be engaged as an intern.

In your Motivational Statement, please indicate when you would like to start your internship. Please note that start and end dates are flexible. A completed online application is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Motivational Statement must also include:

• Title of degree you are currently pursuing.
• Graduation Date (When will you be graduating/have graduated from the programme etc)
• Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship
• Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme

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

Due to the high volume of applications received, we can ONLY contact successful candidates.

The internship is UNPAID and will be full-time. It should be noted that full-time internship working hours are 35 hours per week. The Intern will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and report to the Public Information Officer. Remote internships can be considered.

Intern Specific text

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.

Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS9 BANK ACCOUNTS.

Deadline : Apr 7, 2026