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OVERVIEW

Grade : N/A

Parent Sector : Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS)

Duty Station: Paris

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Job Family: Communication and Information

Type of contract : Non Staff

Duration of contract : From 1 to 6 months

Recruitment open to : External candidates

Application Deadline (Midnight Paris Time) : 22-SEPT-2025

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS OF THE POST

In line with the communication guidelines of UNESCO, under the supervision of the Executive Officer and guidance from the Social Media Consultant for UNESCO’s Social and Human Sciences Sector (SHS), the intern shall perfom the follwong tasks based on communication priorities:

• Assist with preparations for communication and social media campaigns, including conceptualizing and creating visual content such as graphics, banners, and multimedia assets.
• Assist with editing, translating, and publication of content for the web and media and any other required material in English and French, and other languages if possible.
• Support the design and layout of digital and print communication materials, ensuring adherence to UNESCO’s brand identity and communication standards.
• Assist with the updating of the SHS Calendar of events, including follow-up on upcoming events from Headquarters and the Field.
• Edit content, contact colleagues involved to obtain a detailed list of upcoming events, and provide assistance to colleagues according to needs.
• Use graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva) to produce engaging and professional visuals for campaigns and reports.
• Additional activities that may be required to help with the work of the team.

  COMPETENCIES (Core / Managerial) Accountability (C)Communication (C)Innovation (C)Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement (C)Planning and organizing (C)Results focus (C)Teamwork (C)Professionalism (C)

  REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  At the time of your application to the internship programme:
  

  • You are currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree, PhD, or equivalent, second university degree or higher).
  • You have recently graduated with a Master’s degree or PhD (or second degree as defined above), 12 months prior to the start of the internship.
    
    
  • Studies in fields related to Communications, Media, Journalism, Marketing, International Relations.
  • Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken). Knowledge of French, and/or any other UNESCO official language(s) (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) will be an asset.
  • Computer literacy (i.e. Microsoft Teams, etc.).

    DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Background in Communications, Media, Journalism, Marketing, International Relations, or related fields.
  • Strong writing and editing skills (clear, engaging, and adapted to different audiences).
• Familiarity with social media platforms.

HOW TO APPLY ?

If you are interested in the position please send your CV to : shs.communication@unesco.org

BENEFITS AND ENTITLEMENTS

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

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