Internship at United Nations Information Centre (UNIC)

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Information Centre (UNIC) in Mexico City is part of the global network of UN Information Centres. Established to promote public understanding and support for the aims and activities of the United Nations, UNIC Mexico City serves as the principal source of information about the UN system in Mexico, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. The organization engages local audiences by communicating the work of the UN in local languages and collaborates with local and regional partners to bring the UN closer to the people it serves. UNICs also lead the communications and advocacy functions of the United Nations Country Team (UNCT) and the Resident Coordination Office (RCO).

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at UNIC Mexico City is designed for individuals who are eager to gain practical experience in the field of communications within a global organization. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the UNIC's Director and/or the Webmaster Assistant (G-6). This unpaid internship requires full-time commitment, with a maximum duration of 6 months, amounting to 35 hours per week. The intern will be involved in various aspects of communications, including digital media analytics, information integrity, media relations, outreach and advocacy, and partnerships and campaigns. The role emphasizes the importance of data analysis in improving communication strategies and enhancing the effectiveness of outreach initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern's responsibilities will include conducting cross-cutting analysis by integrating data from multiple communications functions to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. They will support the development of analytical frameworks and common indicators to monitor communications performance. In the realm of digital communications, the intern will analyze the performance of digital strategies using metrics such as reach and engagement, assess the effectiveness of digital content, and generate data-driven recommendations. They will also collect, clean, and analyze data from various digital platforms, design dashboards, and apply statistical analysis to monitor trends. The intern will analyze open-source data to identify risks to information integrity and develop metrics for monitoring these risks. Additionally, they will conduct analysis of media coverage, assess outreach initiatives, and evaluate the performance of campaigns and partnerships. The intern may also be required to perform other related tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: (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). No prior working experience is required for this internship, but the applicant's training, education, or skills should be relevant to the UN's work. Proof of enrollment or completion of the required educational program must be attached to the application.

Educational Background:
Candidates must be students in the final year of their first university degree (bachelor's or equivalent), or enrolled in or have completed a Master's or Ph.D. program. The educational background should align with the responsibilities of the internship, particularly in communications, data analysis, or related fields.

Experience:
No prior work experience is required for this internship position. However, relevant training, coursework, or skills that can contribute to the UN's mission during the internship are beneficial. The focus is on candidates who are currently pursuing or have recently completed their academic programs.

Languages:
Fluency in oral and written Spanish is required for this position, as it is essential for communicating with local audiences. Fluency in English is desirable, and knowledge of French, being one of the official working languages of the UN, is also beneficial but not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This 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 Mexico may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.