United Nations(UN)Intern-public information vacancy

Intern-public information vacancy

Job title: INTERN - PUBLIC INFORMATION, I
Department: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Deadline 22 February 2014

Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human SettlementsProgramme (UNHABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing Administrative, conference, Security and information services (www.unon.org).
The UNON Host Country Relations internship is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the department.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.



Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Host Country Services Unit, the intern will:

• Using modern internet/ social medial tools available, develop a Public Relations strategy and communication protocol to be used for all client agencies subscribed to the UNON Host Country Services, by analyzing and interpreting client opinions, attitudes and issues that might impact, for good or ill, the operations and plans of the Host Country Services Unit;
• Assist in updating the Standard Operating Procedures of the Unit to include all the major changes in immigration, duty free and vat exemption procedures initiated by the Government of Kenya in the last year;
• Assist in reworking/redesigning the present staff members guide (on immigration, duty-free and vat) to make it user friendly and more helpful to new, existing, and separating/retiring staff members;
• Develop standard uniform templates for communicating important internal/external notices to agencies as and when required; research and conduct a programs of action and communication to achieve the informed client/staff member understanding necessary for the success of the Host Country Services Unit;
• Research and suggest new methods of establishing effective communications with the various departments of the Government of Kenya that the Host Country Services Unit interfaces with regularly



Competencies
Core Competencies:
Communication:
-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork:
-Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
-Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
-Places team agenda before personal agenda
-Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
-Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Client Orientation:
-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
-Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Creativity:
-Actively seeks to improve programmes or services
-Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs
-Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas
-Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box"
-Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things
-Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
be enrolled in:
a. be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

Be computer literate in standard software applications;
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Studies in Public Relations, Public Communication, International Relations required.

Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include;

1.A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.

2.An accompanying letter (cover note) that includes; Title of degree you are currently studying, Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the programme), List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.

3. A letter from your university clearly indicating the status of your enrollment, what programme you are enrolled in and the anticipated date of graduation from the programme.

4. A scanned copy of your degree certificate.

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.




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