Communications and Design Intern

Organizational Context

The United Nations Department of Operational Support (DOS) in New York provides essential support services to Secretariat entities, including peace operations and various departments. Its mandate covers supply chain, HR, health, ICT, and facility management. The Office of the Under-Secretary-General supports DOS leadership in strategy, performance, analytics, communication, and external relations.

Job Purpose

This internship aims to support the Department of Operational Support's communication and design initiatives. The intern will contribute to enhancing DOS's external presence, particularly on LinkedIn, by creating engaging content that highlights the department's mission and achievements. The role involves designing visual assets and communication materials to support strategic outreach, corporate branding, and internal/external communications, thereby contributing to DOS's overall communication strategy and impact.

Responsibilities

Support the management and content strategy for DOS's official LinkedIn presence, including branding. Curate, create, and design engaging LinkedIn content (articles, reports, videos) showcasing DOS's mission and impact. Monitor LinkedIn analytics to provide insights on content performance and audience engagement. Design core identity products and prepare content/copy for corporate briefings, presentations, fact sheets, and other communication materials. Provide design support for websites and a range of print and online products. Assist in the development and implementation of broader communication strategies and efforts.

Work Experience

No prior work experience is required for this internship. However, experience with graphic design applications such as InDesign or Adobe Pro is desirable. A demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a commitment to its ideals are essential.

Skills

Graphic Design (InDesign, Adobe Pro desirable), Content Creation, Content Curation, Social Media Management (LinkedIn), Data Visualization, Web Design, Communication Strategy, Corporate Branding, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Intercultural Communication.

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