Descriptions
1. Digital Media and Content Creation.
- Assist in drafting and editing social media content (Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook) in line with UNDP branding guidelines.
- Design infographics, quote cards, banners, and other digital assets for web and social media using tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.
- Support the creation and editing of video content, including short reels and testimonials.
2. Media Monitoring and Analysis.
- Monitor print, online, and broadcast media for coverage related to UNDP and its key thematic areas.
- Prepare daily or weekly media monitoring summaries.
- Track and compile analytics reports on digital engagement (social media and web).
3. Storytelling and Writing
- Support drafting of feature stories, human interest stories, news articles, and blog posts for the UNDP website and external platforms.
- Assist in collecting testimonials and quotes from beneficiaries during field visits.
4. Photography and Visual Documentations.
- Take photographs during events, workshops, and field missions (when applicable).
- Organize and catalog photo and video archives with proper metadata and captions.
5. Administartive and Logistical Support.
- Assist in coordinating communications-related events, campaigns, or media engagements.
- Support the organization of outreach activities, exhibitions, and launches.
6. Other Duties
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor that contribute to the goals of the Communications Unit.
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Required Education, Experience and Skills.
Education:
- A bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, international relations, marketing, graphic designing, photography and videography, mass communications, development studies, or a related field.
Applicants to UNDP’s internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements
A) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a recognized university.
B) Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher) in a recognized university.
C) Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (A) and (B) above) from a recognized university and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year after graduation.
Experience:
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills in English (Swahili an added advantage).
- Basic experience in graphic design (Canva, Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator).
- Ability to take and edit photographs and videos.
- Familiarity with social media platforms (Twitter/X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook).
- Attention to detail, creativity, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
