Youth and Disability Inclusion and Digital Communications Support Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945, with a mission to promote peace, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and cooperation among countries. The UN operates in multiple countries around the world, with a focus on advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The organization works with various stakeholders, including governments, civil society, and the private sector, to address global challenges and foster sustainable development. The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Indonesia serves as the coordination hub for UN agencies, funds, and programs, supporting strategic planning, partnerships, development finance, data management, and advocacy efforts.

Job Overview:
The Youth and Disability Inclusion and Digital Communications Support Intern will play a crucial role in supporting the UN's efforts to engage youth and promote disability inclusion within the context of sustainable development in Indonesia. This position involves working closely with the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) team and relevant inter-agency focal points to facilitate youth engagement and ensure that disability considerations are integrated into digital communications and outreach efforts. The intern will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and documentation of various consultations, workshops, and meetings, as well as supporting the development of accessible digital communication materials. This internship provides an opportunity to gain valuable experience in international development, communications, and advocacy while contributing to inclusive UN development work.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be tasked with a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Supporting engagement with the UN Inter-Agency Network on Youth Development, youth networks, and organizations of persons with disabilities in Indonesia.
• Assisting in the preparation and documentation of consultations, workshops, meetings, and collaborative sessions involving UN entities, youth, and disability stakeholders.
• Supporting outreach, stakeholder mapping, and information gathering on youth and disability inclusion initiatives and opportunities for collaboration.
• Collecting and organizing relevant information, means of verification, and supporting documentation for youth and disability inclusion scorecard processes.
• Preparing meeting notes, background notes, briefings, presentations, talking points, and other internal materials related to youth development and disability inclusion.
• Designing accessible digital communication materials, including simple graphics, social media assets, event materials, presentation templates, and visual summaries, in line with UN branding and accessibility guidance.
• Supporting the preparation of accessible online content, digital folders, registration materials, and opportunities listings.
• Attending primarily online meetings and, where mutually agreed, occasional in-person meetings or events, and supporting their documentation and coordination. The internship is full-time and unpaid, requiring a commitment of five days per week (37.5 hours).

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), or (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent). Additionally, applicants should possess good knowledge of standard software applications, particularly MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams. Familiarity with graphic design, digital communication, or accessible document design tools is desirable. Experience in preparing written materials such as meeting summaries, presentations, research summaries, outreach content, or accessible communication products is also preferred. Furthermore, experience supporting youth engagement, disability inclusion, student organizations, academic events, or stakeholder engagement activities is advantageous.

Educational Background:
The position requires candidates to have either completed or be currently enrolled in a graduate program or the final year of an undergraduate program. A minimum of a bachelor's degree or equivalent is necessary, which indicates that candidates should have a solid educational foundation in relevant fields such as social sciences, communications, international relations, or a related discipline.

Experience:
Candidates should have some level of experience that demonstrates their ability to engage with youth and disability inclusion initiatives. This could include internships, volunteer work, or academic projects that involve stakeholder engagement, outreach, or communications. Experience in preparing written materials and supporting events or workshops is also beneficial, as it indicates the candidate's capability to contribute effectively to the responsibilities of the internship.

Languages:
Fluency in spoken and written English and Indonesian is required for this position. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is considered an advantage. The official languages of the United Nations Secretariat include Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish, and proficiency in any of these languages would enhance the candidate's qualifications.

Additional Notes:
The internship will primarily be conducted online, with any required office attendance being occasional and planned in advance based on the intern's availability and assignment needs. The United Nations emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from qualified women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from underrepresented backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations will be made available upon request to ensure equal participation in the recruitment process and throughout the internship. It is important to note that the internship is unpaid, and interns are responsible for their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of Indonesia may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.