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How can you make a difference?ย BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE: ย The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does โ in programs, in advocacy and in operations. By emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, UNICEF translates this commitment to childrenโs rights into action. ย The UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia (ROSA) works in eight countries to save childrenโs lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential; this includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. UNICEF South Asia is now working to implement the new UNICEF Strategic Plan for 2022 - 2025 to accelerate progress and meet the Sustainable Development Goals. ย Key priorities for the region include but are not limited to tackling climate change, empowering adolescent girls, supporting community health and nutrition programmes and workers, advocating with governments to invest more in quality education to improve foundational learning, as well as responding agilely to sudden-onset emergencies. ROSA operates under the leadership and management of the Regional Director for South Asia. ย UNICEFโs South Asia Media Hub, based in New Delhi, aims to increase international media coverage to spotlight childrenโs issues and needs across the region. The Media Engagement intern will support the media outreach work of UNICEFโs South Asia Media Hub. ย PURPOSE: ย The purpose of this internship is to support UNICEFโs Regional Media Hub, located in New Delhi. The Media Hub is an integral part of the Communication and Advocacy section of the UNICEF Regional Office for South Asia. This internship provides the selected candidate with exposure to the working environment of a multilateral organization and the opportunity to learn more about how UNICEF uses media in service of child rights. The UNICEF internship programme also provides students the opportunity to enhance their education experience and professional networking through practical work assignments. In turn, UNICEF benefits from qualified students or recent graduates specialized in the latest media practices. ย SCOPE OF WORK: ย The successful candidate will support on the following tasks:
Help to develop news notes, press releases, media messages, human interest stories, Q & Aโs, talking points, and other media products. Support in media monitoring to track results from press releases. Provide support for media analysis of media trends. Consolidate essential information into, for example, briefing notes. Research on childrenโs issues pertinent to the region. Scan media opportunities for the Regional Office and/or Country Offices. Keep abreast of breaking news related to children. Other tasks as needed, including supporting internal processes, research, Regional Office or Country Office projects. Help to develop related advocacy and media plans and campaigns and regional messaging to further UNICEFโs regional advocacy priorities covering education, climate change, nutrition, and others. SUPERVISOR: ย The intern will work under supervision of the Regional Communication Specialist (Media). ย DURATION OF CONTRACT:ย 2 months (to commence as soon as possible) ย Note: The internship is based inย New Delhi (remote working possible) ย Remarks: UNICEF provides monthly stipend of USD 400 per month (five days a week; 9 am โ 5.30 pm) ย QUALIFICATIONS OR SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: At least 18 years old and enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or Ph.D. degree programme in journalism, communication, or related field, or have graduated from one within the past two years. Background in communication, journalism, or similar discipline Excellent academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records. Excellent oral and written skills in English. Excellent copy writing and editing skills. Proficiency in writing media messages, press releases and other media products. Knowledge of media landscape in South Asia. Demonstrated experience practising as a journalist through internships at media outlets is an asset. Knowledge and creative skills in content creation, copy writing Experience working in a developing and emergency environment is an asset. Knowledge of childrenโs rights, public policy, international development and humanitarian issues is also an asset. Well versed in the use of social media platforms. Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to distil lengthy and often complex content into brief summaries. Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in daily work. Ability to work in a diverse environment and work independently under tight deadlines. Knowledge of standard Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and sharing platforms such as SharePoint No immediate relatives (e.g., Father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office, and have no other relatives in the line of authority to which the intern will report. ย UNICEFโS GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS: ย The successful intern will be governed by the following conditions: Status: Although not considered a staff member of UNICEF, the intern shall be subject to the authority of the Executive Director and the authority delegated by her to the Division Director and Heads of Offices. Interns are not entitled to the privileges and immunities accorded by member states to UNICEF's officials and staff members. Medical health and coverage: UNICEF accepts no responsibility for costs or fatality arising from illness or accidents incurred during the internship; therefore, the intern must carry adequate and regular medical insurance. Confidentiality and publication of information: As intern, you will respect the confidentiality of information that you collect or are exposed to at UNICEF. No reports or papers may be published based on information obtained from UNICEF without the explicit written authorization by the Head of Office or Division Director. Employment prospects: The UNICEF internship programme is not connected with employment and there is no expectancy of such. Interns cannot apply for posts advertised internally to UNICEF staff during the period of internship.For every Child, you demonstrate...ย
UNICEFโs Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter:ย UNICEF Values
UNICEF competencies required for this post are...
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.
[add the 8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for supervisory role]
During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.
UNICEF is here to serve the worldโs most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
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UNICEFโs active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable women candidates are encouraged to apply.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.ย