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Stagiaire Communication (Multimédia: Design-photo-Vidéo)

LevelIN
LocationCotonou, Benin
Application period2026-09-03 / 2026-09-16
Work arrangementOn-site / Duty station

Organizational Context

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Benin seeks a Communication Intern to support the Country Office's communication activities. This internship offers a practical learning experience within an international organization, focusing on enhancing the visibility of UNDP's work and development initiatives in Benin.

Job Purpose

This internship aims to provide a student with hands-on experience in communication within an international organization. The intern will contribute to the implementation of the UNDP Benin Country Office's communication strategy by assisting in content creation, media monitoring, and event coverage. The role is designed to allow the intern to apply theoretical knowledge, develop professional skills in institutional communication, and gain a deeper understanding of UNDP's operations and development themes in a practical, international work environment.

Responsibilities

The intern will support the drafting of articles, press releases, success stories, web content, and social media posts. Responsibilities include assisting in the design and formatting of communication materials such as presentations, posters, brochures, and infographics. The role involves contributing to event coverage through photography, videography, report writing, and content dissemination. Additionally, the intern will support the management of digital platforms and social media, participate in the classification and archiving of photo and video resources, and conduct media and documentary monitoring related to UNDP activities and development topics. The intern will also attend team meetings and perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Work Experience

No specific prior work experience is explicitly required, as this is an internship designed for students to gain practical experience. However, a background or demonstrated interest in multimedia design, photography, and video production would be beneficial.

Skills

Communication, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Photography, Videography, Social Media Management, Digital Platforms, Media Monitoring, Report Writing, Archiving, Professionalism, Teamwork, Adaptability.

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