The position
- UNHCR Kenya is seeking a dynamic and energetic intern to join
a fast-paced environment, creating content and contributing to external
communications from the operation. The ideal candidate will have
experience in content production and social media management.
Duties and responsibilities
- Media monitoring – support with monitor UNHCR Kenya mentions
on the media on a weekly basis
- Reporting – generation of monthly reports under the
supervisor’s guidance – these include the monthly operational updates and
briefing kits
- Website management – under guidance of the supervisor, the
intern will update the website with stories and content intended to go out
to the public.
- Support with follow-up on administrative and logistical
arrangements to organise press briefings and other events, such as
workshop and conferences.
- Content production – the intern will contribute to content
production which includes video production, photography, writing, editing,
and graphic design support of videos that speak to UNHCR’s work and the
people we serve.
- Social media management – The intern will support the
communications team with generating copy for UNHCR Kenya’s social media
channels.
- Website editing – supporting with the uploading of press
releases and webstories on the website.
- Maintain up-to-date filing system for consent forms and other
relevant documents pertaining UNCR Kenya communications unit.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Required.
Eligibility
In order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Be either a recent graduate (having completed their studies
within two years of applying) or a current student in a
graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher
education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO; and
- Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in
a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR.
Desirable Qualifications And Skills
The ideal candidate should have:
- Have excellent knowledge of English
(written/oral/comprehension) with developed writing skills.
- Ideally have a background in communications, public relations.
- Have strong organization and analytical skills.
- Have excellent communication skills.
- Have proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Experience in Adobe Software’s (Premier Pro, Photoshop, and
Illustrator) and Canva is desirable
How To Apply
