Communication Intern at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Content Development and Research

• Draft, edit, and format communication materials such as briefs, fact sheets, biannual reports, press releases, stories, talking points, and short articles that are aligned with the local context, UNOPS mandates and strategies, with an emphasis on sustainability, impacts, and inclusivity.
• Support the documentation of project milestones through written summaries, photo captions, and human-interest stories.
• Maintain organized records of content, communication material assets, and documentation in the Google Drive for internal use.

Digital Communications and Media Support

• Manage updates and postings on the intranet and social media platforms in line with communications guidance.
• Support the creation and scheduling of digital content, including posts, visuals, and short multimedia materials.
• Assist in maintaining shared digital platforms and ensuring content is up to date.

Internal Communications

• Support internal information sharing by drafting updates, announcements, and summaries for staff and partners.
• Assist with online participation for regional meetings, including managing links, attendance, and basic technical support.
• Prepare concise meeting notes or summaries as needed to support follow-up and internal alignment.

Event Planning and Logistic Support

• Support the planning and logistical coordination of virtual and in-person meetings, workshops, and events.
• Assist with event documentation, including agendas, participant lists, photos, and post-event summaries.
• Liaise with vendors and service providers.

Skills

Communication, Content Development, Content Management, Digital Media, Editing, Event Management, Logistics Management

Competencies

• Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organisational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.
• Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
• Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
• Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements.
• Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
• Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Education Requirements

Required:

• The applicant should have completed a Minimum First level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), or be enrolled in a postgraduate program or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to the start date of the intern assignment. The area of study preferably related to communications, journalism, public relations or similar is required.