COMPANY PRESENTATION
For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.
More than 13,000 staff work with UNICEF, with approximately 85 per located in the field in 190 countries. Seven regional offices and over 124 country offices worldwide, 34 national committees, a research centre in Florence, a supply division in Copenhagen, a shared services centre in Budapest and offices in Berlin, Brussels, Seoul and Tokyo, and UNICEF headquarters in New York and Geneva work on helping children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence.
- We employ committed professional to work in our five focus areas: Child Survival and Development, Basic Education and Gender Equality, HIV/AIDS, Child Protection and Policy Advocacy and Partnerships. We also employ staff with expertise in administration and finance, human resources, information technology, supply and logistics as well as external relations and communication. UNICEF's presence in humanitarian crises means that we also seek experts in emergency preparedness and response.
- Interested in becoming a champion for every child? Learn more about what we look for and what we offer.
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- UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
And we never give up.
**For every child, a connected world.**
- The overarching strategic goal of UNICEF's Information and Communication Technology Division (ICTD) is to transform and build partnerships with our stakeholders to successfully implement UNICEF programs globally through innovative technology-enabled solutions.
- UNICEF is going through an exciting digital transformation that will influence the work of the entire organization. As part of this transformation, UNICEF has opened a new ICTD Digital Core office in Valencia, Spain to execute ICTD's digital strategy across all UNICEF locations globally
**How can you make a difference?**
- UNICEF is looking for an intern to support the Comms Team in its Information Communication Technology Division (ICTD). The Intern will have the opportunity to learn about UNICEF's mission, its various programmes, and how it operates globally, while being exposed to working in an international environment. This role will further develop analytical and transactional skills while allowing participation in interesting initiatives.
- The Intern will support the comms function at the division with tasks such as researching, interviewing, writing, editing, collecting materials, collating information, and preparing for publishing in internal and external channels. The Intern will also assist and work on other comms tasks such as keeping track of social media accounts and discussions online, proposing ideas for articles, page layout, social media posts, and any other comms-related ad hoc tasks.
**To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?**
- Current or recent (graduated in the last 2 years) enrollment in a university programme in Communication, Media, or other related area
- Ability to work 40 hrs/week in Valencia, Spain or remotely.
- Fluency in English is required, Spanish knowledge would be an asset
- Communication - Effectively presents thoughts and ideas including complex technical concepts, in a clear, concise, and readily understood manner, both verbally and in writing. Listens to and acknowledges others' perspectives and views
- Flexibility - Works effectively on multiple assignments simultaneously and adapts to changing demands and circumstances
- Good communication and interpersonal skills ? able to work well in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail with solid writing as well as organization skills
- Excellent listener
- Commitment and drive for results
**Contract Duration and Terms**
- The duration of this internship is 6 months. Individuals must fund their travel and living expenses in Valencia if coming onsite.
- Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering their time at the duty station.
- Individuals are personally responsible for obtaining any required visa or residence permit, covering the entire period of their internship
- Internships are paid a monthly net stipend of EUR 800.00 per month for full-time arrangements (40hrs/week), which will be prorated according to attendance. I working remotely, this might be adjusted to the vigente location. Work arrangements are based on the effective regulations of the duty station, organizational needs and schedules of the interns.
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