Fundraising Communications Intern (French-speaking)

Job Posting Organization:
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, was established in December 1950 and is dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights, and building a better future for refugees, forcibly displaced communities, and stateless people. The organization operates in over 122 countries, employing thousands of staff members who work tirelessly to provide assistance and protection to millions of individuals who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict and persecution. UNHCR's mission is to lead and coordinate international action to protect and assist refugees and other people of concern, and it relies heavily on partnerships with the private sector to diversify its funding sources and enhance its operational capabilities.

Job Overview:
The Fundraising intern" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Communications Intern will be part of the Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) Services team based in Brussels, Belgium. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in communication, fundraising, and campaigns within UNHCR’s Private Sector Partnerships team. The intern will support the fundraising efforts in Belgium, contributing to the acquisition and retention of donors while enhancing UNHCR's brand equity and coherence in the region. The selected candidate will engage in various tasks that will provide valuable insights into the workings of a global organization dedicated to humanitarian efforts, particularly in the context of refugee support and advocacy.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a range of duties including: providing day-to-day support on social media by drafting social media copy and monitoring performance; gathering and tailoring compelling UNHCR content for Belgian audiences across various channels such as email, social media, and the website; creating engaging thematic content through copywriting, video editing, and using Photoshop; researching the latest statistics, messaging, and refugee stories to inform communication strategies; adapting fundraising campaigns and communications specifically for Belgium, including translation tasks; collaborating with the team to develop or optimize emails and website articles to exceed key performance indicators (KPIs); supporting the development, translation, implementation, and updating of online donor journeys or other digital projects; providing ad hoc support to communications and fundraising activities, including assistance to the Netherlands team and Private Partnerships and Philanthropy (PPH); and performing any other duties as required by the team.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must meet several essential qualifications, including being a recent graduate or current student in a graduate or undergraduate program at a university accredited by UNESCO in a relevant field such as Communication, International Relations, Marketing, Media, or Journalism. They should have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a related field. Strong communication skills are essential, with fluency in French being mandatory and advanced writing and editing skills in English required. Knowledge of Dutch is highly desirable, and candidates who speak Dutch will be given favorable consideration. Familiarity with digital media, content management systems, and web-based applications is necessary, along with knowledge of Photoshop and Adobe Premiere being considered an asset. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a genuine desire to learn, possess good interpersonal skills, and be a team player.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes being a recent graduate or current student in a relevant field of study, specifically in Communication, International Relations, Marketing, Media, Journalism, or similar disciplines. Candidates should have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a related area, ensuring they have a solid foundation in the principles and practices relevant to the internship role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a level of experience that includes being a recent graduate or current student who has completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a relevant field. While prior work experience is not explicitly required, any internships or volunteer work related to communication, fundraising, or humanitarian efforts would be advantageous and viewed favorably during the selection process.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory for this position, as the intern will be working primarily with French-speaking audiences. Advanced writing and editing skills in English are also required. Knowledge of Dutch is considered highly desirable, and candidates who are proficient in Dutch will be given preference during the selection process.

Additional Notes:
This internship is associated with an internship agreement for an initial duration of six months, with the possibility of extension up to a maximum of eight months. It is a full-time role, requiring 40 hours of work per week, with working hours from 9 AM to 6 PM, Monday to Friday. The internship is paid in accordance with UNHCR policy. The successful candidate will be based in the UNHCR office in Brussels, Belgium, with the possibility of teleworking from home. Interested candidates are encouraged to consult the UNHCR website for guidance on the application process and to direct any technical questions to the provided recruitment email.