INTERNSHIP - COMMUNICATIONS, Istanbul, Turkey
Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2014
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Location : Istanbul, TURKEY
Application Deadline : 19-Feb-14
Additional Category Poverty Reduction
Type of Contract : Internship
Post Level : Intern
Languages Required : English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 03-Mar-2014
Duration of Initial Contract : 3 Months
Expected Duration of Assignment : 3 Months
Background
The UNDP IICPSD offers a selected group of outstanding graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to IICPSD's work as a center of excellence for private sector in development and inclusive markets.
IICPSD is seeking an enthusiastic graduate student as the communications intern. The communications intern will assist the IICPSD team:
- In the design and implementation of a communications strategy for the website of the IICPSD;
- In the design and drafting of communications products which highlight the IICPSD's work;
- In the design and implementation of the IICPSD's Social Media Strategy;
- In the support to outreach-related activities of the center;
- In the coordination of events and conferences.
Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of IICPSD and the Technical Specialist, the intern will undertake the following tasks:
- Draft blog posts and other communications materials publicizing the work of the IICPSD and other relevant UNDP research and analysis, for placement on/publication in relevant internal (UNDP) and necessary external websites and media;
- Assist with the writing of event summaries;
- Support in the drafting of letters, invitations, emails, and other outreach content;
- Support in drafting publicity/events related material;
- Support in improving the content presentation of the IICPSD webpage according to the style and outline used by UNDP;
- Monitor other important media/web sites of regional and global significance (e.g., World Bank, IMF, EBRD, Asia Development Bank, The Economist, Wall Street Journal, Economist Intelligence Unit, BBC, RFE/RL—as well as those of universities, think tanks, consultancies, individuals) for relevant analytical and communications content pertaining to important (and other development) trends related to IICPSD's work;
- Increase the visibility of IICPSD and create awareness among relevant stakeholders;
- Create an efficient and manageable database/contact list of domestic as well international target audience for IICPSD publications and events;
- Provide administrative support on an as-needed basis;
- Other relevant tasks as deemed necessary by the supervisors.
- Excellent written communication skills, should demonstrate evidence of superior writing abilities.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task;
- Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication skills;
- Ability to plan and organize his/her work, efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
- Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback;
- Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations;
- Knowledge of the UN/UNDP and commitment to UN mission and UNDP mandate;
- Computer proficiency: MS Office; presentation skills and ability to creatively represent information is an advantage;
- Have an appropriate communications background with proven social media skills and/or events coordination;
- An understanding in economic or development issues is an advantage;
- Be comfortable working with data;
- Be able to work both independently and as part of a team; and
- Be willing to work within the framework of UNDP's internship policies.
Education
- Currently enrolled in a graduate-level degree programme in public relations, communications, journalism, media or other relevant/related field as a full-time student at the time of application to the internship.
- Experience with websites, content development and graphic design is highly desirable;
- Experience with Wordpress is a definite advantage.
- Fluent in English with excellent reading and writing skills;
- Fluency in Turkish and knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
- Available for working in the IICPSD for a period of 3-6 months. (Applicants available for six months are preferred. Applicants must state their availability in their applications);
- Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. The costs associated must be borne by the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, accommodation, visa, etc.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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