The advertised position is located in the Registry, in the Mechanism Information Programme for Affected Communities (MIP) and under direct supervision of the Public Information Officer.  The MIP is dedicated to providing information and support to communities affected by the conflicts of the 1990s in the former Yugoslavia. Through various public information products and initiatives, the MIP aims to raise awareness, promote understanding, and contribute to reconciliation efforts related to the war crimes committed during this period.  This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in research, public information, and community outreach within the context of international criminal justice.  Responsibilities Interns will work in close collaboration with all MIP staff and provide timely support and contribution to the implementation of the different communications projects. 

Interns are expected to undertake the following duties:  

• Conducting legal research in the ICTY/IRMCT database
• Assisting with and contributing ideas for producing public information products such as videos, social media posts, and online exhibitions
• Assist with social media communication and awareness-raising campaigns regarding the legacy of ICTY and IRMCT
• Assist with media and press clipping
• Drafting correspondence, newsletters, news items, brochures, talking points, and presentations related to the legacy of the ICTY
• Attending meetings and preparing meeting minutes
• Assisting in the organisation of online events such as lectures, workshops, and trainings
• Performing other duties as required.

• To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must, at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements:
  • (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a relevant first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent)
  • (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a relevant graduate school programme (second university degree (Master Degree) or equivalent, or higher).
• Previous experience in an administrative work environment is desirable. Previous experience with Canva, Adobe Software packages and other similar software is desirable.
• English and French are the working languages of the Mechanism. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian languages is desirable.