Intern- Human Rights (Social Media Internship)
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 integrating human rights into development. This internship supports OHCHR's mission to protect and empower individuals and assist those upholding human rights.
Job Purpose
This internship provides a framework for students to gain exposure to the work of the United Nations within the OHCHR. The intern will support the organization's mission by researching current human rights issues to aid in communication and public information outreach. This role is crucial for enhancing OHCHR's efforts in protecting human rights globally, empowering people to realize their rights, and assisting those responsible for upholding them. The position offers a valuable learning experience in a dynamic international environment, contributing to the UN's commitment to human rights for all.
Responsibilities
The intern will support the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in its mission to protect and promote human rights. Key duties include researching current human rights issues to inform communication and public information outreach strategies. The intern will assist in activities aimed at strengthening international human rights mechanisms, enhancing equality, combating discrimination, and promoting accountability. Responsibilities also involve contributing to early warning efforts and the protection of human rights in conflict and insecurity situations. The role requires supporting the overall mandate of OHCHR by helping to empower people and assist those responsible for upholding human rights.
Work Experience
No prior work experience is required for this United Nations Internship Programme. The focus is on the applicant's academic background, training, and skills that can benefit the organization during the internship period.
Skills
Researching current human rights issues, communication and public information outreach, ability to create video or graphic design items for social media posts, fluency in English, keen interest in the work of the UN, commitment to UN Charter ideals, ability to interact with diverse individuals, tolerance of differing opinions.