Communications Intern at United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

This role offers hands-on experience across a broad range of communications activities. This includes assisting with the creation and dissemination of communications content and materials, managing day-to-day social media, and supporting event-related communications. SHF is seeking a Communications Intern to support the planning, execution, monitoring and evaluation of communications activities. The position sits within the SHF Communications function and reports to the Communications Specialist.

The Communications Intern will provide cross-cutting support to SHF’s communications function, with a focus on digital communications. The incumbent will assist in coordinating and implementing communications plans that contribute to SHF’s communications objectives. They will help maintain and execute the content calendar, contribute to the creation, editing and packaging of content for internal and external channels, and support visibility and engagement efforts across SHF’s priority audiences.

Functions / Key Results Expected

Social Media and Digital Communications

• Support the development of engaging and informative content for SHF social media platforms, including text, images, and videos.
  
  

• Contribute to periodic reporting on the digital activities and online presence of SHF across platforms.
  
  

Website Management Support

• Assist in the management and regular updating of content on the SHF websites.
  
  

Publications Support

• Support the production of SHF publications, including graphic design and layout.
  
  

• Coordinate translation processes and contribute to the development of accessible publication formats.

• Assist in preparation and maintenance of planning tools for key communications initiatives (e.g. checklists, timelines, trackers).
  
  

Audio-Visual and Multimedia Support

• Organize and maintain audio-visual assets, including photographs and videos.
  
  

• Support the development of new multimedia materials.
  
  

Partner Communication and Pitch Development

• Assist in the development of communication materials and partner pitches for SHF stakeholders.
  
  

Administrative and Coordination Support

• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, taking meeting minutes, and preparing briefing notes.
  
  

General Communications Support

• Provide general support to the Communications team across ongoing projects and activities, as required.
  
  

• Provide general administrative and logistical support to the Communications team as needed (e.g. organising files, updating contact lists, supporting internal briefings).
  
  

Training and Learning Components

SHF/UNOPS places high value on the contribution of interns and recognizes the importance of learning and professional development throughout the internship period. The Intern will benefit from structured on-the-job training and capacity-building opportunities.

The Intern will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in official meetings and internal coordination processes.
  
  

• Gain practical exposure to the work of SHF, UNOPS, and the United Nations system.
  
  

• Develop knowledge of the sanitation and hygiene sector and multilateral cooperation frameworks.
  

• Engage with key stakeholders, including multi-partner donors, international non-governmental organizations, government counterparts, and other partners.

Skills

Administration, Communication, Content Development, Digital Marketing, Editing, Graphic Design, Social Media Communications, Social Media Measurement, Social Media Optimization