Work Location

LA PAZ, BOLIVIA

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Bolivia aims to diversify its programme within the framework of the mandates stipulated in the UNODC strategy. UNODC programme and project implementation is guided by the principles set in the framework of the Country Programme and the procedures established by its headquarter in Vienna. The Country Programme responds to the priorities of the Plurinational State of Bolivia (EPB), which were identified in close coordination with national counterparts, making the best use of the comparative advantages of UNODC in the areas of its mandate. The main objective of the Country Programme is to strengthen the capacity of the Plurinational State of Bolivia to prevent crime and respond to the interconnected threats of drugs, organized crime and corruption, with the vision of contributing to the achievement of the objectives defined in the Patriotic Agenda 2025 and the Economic and Social Development Plan 2016-2020 of Bolivia, as well as the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Communications Unit of the UNODC Offices in Bolivia is the strategic area in charge of aspects such as visibility and coordination with other parts of the State for the development of events at national level considering the logistic and administrative aspects for all UNODC Projects and Programs. The Communications Unit is transversal to the entire project portfolio and coordinates closely with the Operations Unit and with the Representative. Under the direction and supervision of the Communications Specialist, the intern will help with the office events and visibility activities, create content and administration of social networks and the website. The starting date of the internship is as soon as possible. Internships are UNPAID and full-time Interns work five days per week (37.5 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship in person for the entirety of the internship. For more information on the work of UNODC and the Country Office, please visit www.unodc.org Responsibilities The intern will support the visibility activities programmed for the office like assisting in what is needed for events or relevant activities for UNODC. Finally, the intern will support with all the Communications activities required. The intern will provide support in the following areas/tasks: – Support the communication activities like taking photos at the events and logistic aspects. – Provide support in creation of content, writing stories, graphic design and editing videos. – Updating the UNODC website. – Support with the elaboration of, press releases, briefings, presentations, etc. – According to his/her skills support with Spanish/English translations if required. Competencies Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Qualifications/special skills

• Be skillful with computer programs for video edition and graphic design. • Be skillful in journalistic writing (press releases). • Be familiar with storytelling.

Languages

Spanish – fluency English – fluency

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.