Organization: UNICEF – United Nations Children’s Fund
Location: Remote | Istanbul | New York City
Grade: Internship – Internship
Occupational Groups:
Operations and Administrations
Development Cooperation and Sustainable Development Goals
Banking and Finance
Environment
Communication and Public Information
Design (digital, product, graphics or visual design)
Closing Date: 2024-10-26
The UNICEF Archives’ goal is to take a systemic approach to preserving the organization’s institutional heritage. It aims to provide improved archival preservation of both physical and digital materials and create platforms for access through developing viable archival descriptions as well as engaging modern access platforms that satisfy client research needs. The Archives also aims to engage technology solutions through making use of new digital preservation capabilities. These goals will be implemented in line with the organizational strategy and information management requirements of stakeholders in various business areas.
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
And we never give up.
For every child, hope..
Background
UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy, and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias, or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
For every child, a liveable planet.
The UNICEF Internship Programme offers qualified and eligible students at both Headquarters (HQ) and Country Offices (CO) the unique opportunity to acquire direct practical experience in UNICEF’s work and the United Nations system under the direct supervision of experienced UNICEF staff.
As a UN organization with a mandate to protect the world’s most vulnerable children being affected by climate change, UNICEF is firmly dedicated to minimizing its environmental footprint, encompassing a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions derived from energy consumption, air travel, vehicle fleet operations, and facilities. This commitment extends to enhancing energy efficiency and promoting renewable energy sources. Our established targets align harmoniously with the United Nations’ goals. Furthermore, UNICEF is resolute in its determination to diminish environmental impact by curtailing water usage, optimizing waste management practices, minimizing paper consumption, and reducing reliance on single-use plastics.
In addition to our environmental commitments, UNICEF is equally devoted to ensuring the accessibility of its premises. We apply universal design principles to guarantee that all staff and visitors, including individuals with disabilities, experience a comfortable and inclusive environment within UNICEF facilities.
In April 2022, Sustainability was approved as a new core value in UNICEF, which means that we strive to build a culture where we share the belief in the importance of Sustainability and act in a way that supports it. We embrace, recognize, and advocate for responsible standards of environmental Sustainability in our personal life, for our work environment, and our programmes.
Purpose
The purpose of the internship is to assist the Inclusive and Sustainable Operations team’s strategy of improving environmental sustainability and inclusion across UNICEF global offices through:
1) supporting with the design, drafting and proofreading of communication materials and data reports related to UNICEF’s internal sustainability and accessibility improvement of its premises, and 2) support to create data visualizations using various media and infographics. 3) supporting with video production and editing of key corporate videos. A good degree of creativity and artistic ability as well as good communication and video skills are required for this internship. A background and proficiency in sustainability are preferable.
Under the supervision of the Administrative Manager of the Inclusive and Sustainable Operations Unit, Division of Finance & Administrative Services, the intern will assist to:
Support with the analysis of data and information gathered from offices and contribute to the design of the Environmental Footprint and Accessibility Assessment annual report.
Conduct research on key sustainability topics and propose creative ideas for innovative communication campaigns to support the behaviour change for sustainability strategy.
Contribute to the preparation and production of compelling video content using current production tools and technologies, incorporating diverse editing techniques, interviews with key stakeholders, data visualization, and success stories to create engaging visual narratives.
Support the preparation and design of visually appealing communication materials, including internal web pages, internal news stories, newsletters, awareness-raising campaigns, and other resources.
Duration/Start Date
The intern is expected to work full-time for an initial period of 6 months.
Start Date: November 2024
Duty station
The internship will be conducted remotely, with no travel required. Candidates should be located within a time zone compatible with New York, USA, or Istanbul, Turkey.
Benefits to Intern:
Gain insight into UNICEF’s mission, with a focus on the Inclusive & Sustainable Operations (ISO) team’s role in advancing global sustainability efforts and enhancing accessibility across UNICEF offices worldwide.
Develop and refine skills in research, communication strategies, behaviour change approaches, video production, and data visualization.
Experience working in a diverse, multicultural environment that offers a unique perspective on UNICEF’s global impact and operations.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for an internship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Applicants must be at least 18 years old