INTERN - HUMAN RIGHTS, I

Organizational Context

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in Geneva is the Secretariat Department dedicated to strengthening international human rights mechanisms, promoting equality, combating impunity, and protecting human rights in conflict situations. This internship is within the Media Outreach & Spokesperson's Office (MOSO), focusing on media engagement and promoting the High Commissioner's messaging.

Job Purpose

This internship provides students with exposure to the work of the United Nations, specifically within the OHCHR's Media Outreach & Spokesperson's Office. The role supports the OHCHR's mission to protect human rights and empower individuals. The intern will assist in media monitoring, preparing press materials, and publicizing the work of various UN human rights bodies. This is an unpaid, full-time engagement designed to offer practical experience in international human rights and public information within a diverse cultural setting, fostering a commitment to UN ideals and cross-cultural understanding.

Responsibilities

The intern will support the OHCHR's mission by conducting media monitoring and compiling daily news clippings related to the Office, Treaty Bodies, and Special Rapporteurs. Responsibilities include assisting in the preparation of materials for press conferences and bi-weekly press briefings by the Spokesperson. The intern will also help set up and run events, research and provide material for various media platforms, and assist in researching content for speeches. Additional duties may be assigned by the supervisor as appropriate, contributing to the overall media outreach and public information efforts of the office.

Work Experience

No prior work experience is required for this internship program. The focus is on the applicant's academic background, coursework, and skills that can benefit the United Nations during their internship period.

Skills

Media monitoring, compilation of media clippings, preparation of press materials, event support, research for media platforms and speeches, strong interest in UN work, commitment to UN Charter ideals, ability to interact with diverse cultures, fluency in English.

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