1. Global events participation

A- Support events-related planning:

• Identify and research specific events.
• Keep calendar and event tracker updated
• Support events related coordination in planning activities around main dates and events to anticipate for delegations registration and side event applications and proactively reach out when needed;
• Help develop and maintain tools related to global events
• Support Coordination and logistics support in the run-up and post-event
• International days: draft and coordinate submission for internal comms

B- Support sharing information sharing related to global events:

• Identify and share information on events (timelines, application processes, etc)
• Support regular communications and calls related to global events
• Develop key documents needed to facilitate participation
• Respond to global programmes requests and needs related to global events
• Follow up on key processes (such as registration of delegations, side event applications etc)
• Logistics: support on events logistics as needed for events and visits

C- Support events knowledge management and communication:

• Develop internal tools, guidance and materials as needed
• Facilitate visibility of UNOPS Geneva and of specific global programmes on corporate social media accounts, website and intranet
• Undertakes research and provides reference materials for preparation of briefs, notes and statements

2. Broader partnership and communications support:

• Provide ad hoc partnership and communications support as needed.

• Candidates must be currently enrolled in, or have recently completed (within 3 years prior to the application date of the internship) a Bachelor/Master’s/Ph.D. Degree in developmental studies, political science, international relations or related field.
• One-year of experience in the field of business development, communications, and/or partnerships will be considered an asset.
• Excellent English writing skill is an asset.
• Experience in the usage of computers and software packages (Google Suite/Workspace Office) and experience in handling web-based systems is desirable.
• Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of French is desirable.