Intern - Communication
Organizational Context
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) promotes sustainable towns and cities globally. Its Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP), established in Fukuoka, Japan, oversees 15 country offices and engages with 42 countries. This internship is based at the ROAP in Fukuoka, contributing to UN-Habitat's strategic plan focused on equitable prosperity, climate action, and post-crisis recovery.
Job Purpose
This internship at the UN-Habitat Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (ROAP) in Fukuoka, Japan, offers a dynamic learning environment. The intern will support country-level and sub-regional programs, project monitoring, reporting, and research. The role contributes to UN-Habitat's mission of promoting sustainable urbanization and building inclusive, safe, resilient cities and communities across the region. The intern will gain practical experience in communication, research, and program support within the UN system, aligning with the organization's strategic goals for poverty eradication, environmental sustainability, and post-crisis recovery.
Responsibilities
The intern will support UN-Habitat's work in thematic and operational areas, including country-level and sub-regional programs, project monitoring, reporting, and evaluation. Key duties involve assisting in researching, drafting, editing, and proofreading communication materials such as web stories, newsletters, and publications. The intern will also support website content management and updates, and assist in creating, scheduling, and publishing content for social media and digital platforms. Additionally, responsibilities include supporting the development of multimedia products, conducting research on sustainable urban development, monitoring digital engagement, and assisting with communication and outreach activities for events and campaigns.
Work Experience
Professional work experience is not required for this UN internship. However, applicants must be pursuing or have completed a relevant university degree. A field of study closely related to the internship's focus is necessary. Experience with virtual meeting settings, document creation, presentations, or social media content production is beneficial. Research skills in sustainable urban development or climate change are desirable.
Skills
Communication skills (written and verbal), research skills, digital content creation and management, social media management, website content updating, multimedia product development, data analysis (analytics), database management, liaison and coordination, interest in sustainable urban development and UN ideals.