Under the supervision of the Communication Advisor the intern will provide support in the implementation of outreach material, web-related activities conference/workshops/technical and network meetings in the Department of Nuclear Safety and Security and support the Department's social media account outreach efforts.       

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Support in logistical preparations for large meetings and conferences.
• Support communication outreach for network and partnership efforts to widen awareness of the importance of nuclear safety and security.
• Support and research of information for web related articles and social media to raise the visibility of nuclear safety and security.
• Support in improving the department's web content and social media outreach efforts including overviews, graphic development as well as analyses and suggestions.
• Draft and publish posts on a regular basis and produce and develop stories, features and other outreach material for use in social media, the web site and print.
• Support in preparation of outreach material, such as leaflets, information brochures, newsletters, presentations, meetings and meeting notes.
• Participate in the enhancement of information sharing or knowledge management systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in Communication, Design, Political Science, International Relations or a related field.
• Proficiency in MS Office 2010, which is the IAEA standard (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio), and the ability to use databases.
• Experience with the design and development of communication materials on complex technical topics (knowledge of Adobe suite programs, an asset).
• Knowledge and understanding of social media platforms, promoting content and supporting graphic designs as well as monitoring.
• Excellent oral and written command of English.

Applicant Eligibility

• Candidates must be a minimum of 20 years of age and have completed at least three years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a first degree.
• Candidates may apply up to one year after the completion of a bachelor's, master's or doctorate degree.
• Candidates must not have previously participated in the IAEA's internship programme.
• Good written and spoken English essential; fluency in any other IAEA official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish or Russian) an asset.
• Candidates must attach two signed letters of recommendation to their application.