Communications Intern at WFP
World Food Programme (WFP)
Communications Intern
Level : Intern
Duty Station : UNITED-REPUBLIC-OF-TANZANIA (TANZANIA)
Deadline : 08 September 2017
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
BACKGROUND
The Communications Unit of WFP Tanzania aims to enhance public awareness and understanding of WFP’s work in the country to both local and international audiences. It works to improve brand recognition through both conventional and non-conventional avenues of communication to appeal to as wide an audience as possible.
JOB PURPOSE
WFP Tanzania is seeking to recruit an Intern to support its Communications Unit.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)
Under the general supervision of the Head of Communications, the Intern will perform the following duties:
Perform translations from English to Kiswahili ans vice versaAssist with media events including photography, videography and logisticsProduce content for print and social media, including Twitter and FacebookScan local newspapers daily for coverage of relevance to WFPTrack local and international news on issues of relevanceLiaise with other UN communication officers for joint activitiesRespond to information requests from various sourcesCompile donor and other reportsManage and maintain records and databasesAssist with the dissemination of publicationsAssist with administrative tasksTravel up country as needed
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree in Journalisim or Mass Communication.
FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES
Demonstrates ability to respond to and/or escalate needs of media and influencers within own scope of responsibility to raise the profile of WFP, build relationships and further organisational aims. Collates accurate and timely information presented in required format (i.e. written or visual materials) as well as verbally, to enable information flows and informed decision making on communications issues. Exhibits specialised technical knowledge of communications channels processes, tools and techniques. In immediate area of responsibility, provides support in developing written, visual, audio and multi-media content for communications materials and suggestions for improved communications processes. Shows awareness of the multilateral/interagency environment and the dynamics in which WFP operates which informs approach to daily tasks. Demonstrates sound understanding of WFP communications strategy and effectively implements tailored media and communications plans which support the delivery of the strategy.
OTHER SPECIFIC JOB REQUIREMENTS
Excellent knowledge and understanding of social media trends. Proven writing and editing skills (report, creative writing, media) in English and Kiswahili. Photography and videography skills. Demonstrated working knowledge of Windows computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher). Knowledge of social and political situation in Tanzania and East African region. Ability to perform multiple tasks. Good interpersonal skills and team spirit.
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
The application deadline is 7th September 2016