Territorial development and communications intern

Organizational Context

The Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) is a regional commission of the United Nations dedicated to fostering economic and social development in Latin America and the Caribbean. It provides advisory services, expertise, and training to governments, supporting regional cooperation and policy development. This internship is within the Division of Production, Productivity and Management.

Job Purpose

This internship aims to support the Division of Production, Productivity and Management at ECLAC by contributing to its communication and outreach efforts. The intern will assist in drafting briefing notes, creating event flyers, and developing social media content. A key aspect of the role involves critically contributing to the implementation of the communication strategy for the ECLAC Productive Coordination Initiatives Platform, thereby enhancing the visibility and impact of the division's work and initiatives across the region. This role provides a valuable learning experience in international development and communications.

Responsibilities

The intern will be responsible for drafting briefing notes based on seminars, talks, conferences, and published documents. They will also assist in the creation of promotional flyers for upcoming events and suggest concise communication materials for social media platforms. A significant duty will be to critically contribute to the execution of the communication strategy for the ECLAC Productive Coordination Initiatives Platform. These tasks will be performed under the supervision or overall guidance of an economic affairs officer, supporting the division's operational and strategic communication needs.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is explicitly required for this internship. However, candidates are expected to possess the academic qualifications and skills necessary to perform the duties outlined, including drafting content and contributing to communication strategies.

Skills

Proficiency in drafting briefing notes, creating event flyers, developing social media content, and contributing to communication strategy implementation. Fluency in Spanish is mandatory. Working knowledge of English and French is beneficial.

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