ABOUT THE COMPANY:

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency, is mandated to protect and assist men, women and children forced to flee their homes due to violence, conflict or persecution. UNHCR is dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced and stateless people. The Agency provides protection, shelter, food, water, medical care and other life-saving assistance to refugees and asylum-seekers around the world.

The dream of most refugees is to return home. If and where possible, UNHCR helps refugees make this dream a reality. When refugees cannot go back home, we work to find solutions for them, to rebuild their lives in another country. Since its formation by the United Nations General Assembly in 1950, UNHCR has helped millions of refugees restart their lives and has received the Nobel Peace Prize twice.

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

H (no hardship)

Family

Internship

2024-09-19

August 18, 2024

The Communications Intern will be part of the Media and Communications Unit based in the Brussels office of UNHCR’s Representation for EU Affairs, Belgium, Ireland, Luxembourg and the Netherlands (REUA) for six months.

The Unit works on communications and media activities in support of UNHCR’s work on European Union (EU), Belgian and Luxembourg matters.

REUA is a Multi Country Office (MCO). REUA works with a range of stakeholders including from the EU Institutions and agencies in those countries falling under the MCO structure. We also work hand in hand with UNHCR headquarters, regional bureaux and country offices.

Main duties and responsibilities

● Draft daily media summaries (focus on EU affairs)
● Support media and social media monitoring (focus on EU affairs)
● Report on EU developments and press conferences
● Edit videos and support the Unit’s digital content
● Provide administrative, logistical and other assistance as required
● Provide team cover as needed

Required skills and competencies

– Excellent command of English, knowledge of French is an advantage
– Ability to edit videos and provide graphic design support (e.g.

on Canva)
– Strong drafting and editing skills
– Enthusiasm for all things communications (media, social, digital, events)
– Team-player and professional approach

In order to be considered eligible for an internship, the following criteria must be fulfilled:
• Be a recent graduate (i.e.

have completed studies within one year of applying) from a university or higher education facility accredited by UNESCO
• Have no direct family ties with a UNHCR staff member (including Temporary Appointment holder) nor with a member of the Affiliate Workforce
• Have the right to reside and work in Belgium

Standard Job Description

Required Languages

English

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Desired Languages

French

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Additional Qualifications

Skills

Education

Certifications

Other information

Candidates who are not nationals of Belgium must hold a valid residence/work permit in Belgium at the time of application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.This position doesn’t require a functional clearance

Home-Based

No

REQUIRED EDUCATION: Bachelor Degree

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 60