About Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs

Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairsis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.

Key Details

• Job Title:Social Media Intern
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Amman, Jordan (Flexible: in-person, hybrid, or remote)
• Department:Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.
• Academic Qualifications: However, a field of study in Communications, Mass Media, Digital Media, Journalism, International Relations, Social Sciences, Humanities, Middle Eastern Studies, International Relations, Languages is required Demonstrates familiarity with tools and basics of social media management and visual design for social media (e.g.
• Academic Qualifications: Canva, Adobe Suite, or similar tools) is required.
• Academic Qualifications: Demonstrates familiarity with major social media platforms in the Middle East and North Africa region, as well as analytics/monitoring tools and digital metrics-reporting is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A demonstrated interest in humanitarian affairs, digital communications and outreach in the Middle East region is desirable.
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this internship fluency in reading, speaking, understanding and writing in English and Arabic is required..

Skills

• Develop content for OCHA social media platforms in line with guidance and policies
• Assist in the copy and design of social media posts, captions and content briefs in English and Arabic tailored for digital audiences, aligned with humanitarian priorities
• Support with translation (English/Arabic) of social media and associated public information content (including briefings, stories, news articles, video captions, etc.)
• Collaborate with social media focal points across the region as and where needed
• Support the monitoring, analysis and reporting of social media performance (reach, engagement, trends) and assist in preparation of analytics dashboards and summary reports
• Assist with the maintenance and updating of a social media editorial calendar for the region, identifying campaign opportunities, key events, milestones and humanitarian anniversaries.
• Conduct social-media environment scans (platform trends, hashtags, audience behaviour) in the MENA region, and support recommendations for improving outreach, engagement and followership.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply