Background

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment. The Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Sexual Harassment (PSEAH) agenda is a core institutional priority and a critical component of UNDP’s accountability to the people it serves and to its personnel.

The PSEAH Team supports corporate policy implementation, awareness-raising, capacity development, and knowledge sharing across UNDP , its partners and the communities it serves. Clear, accessible, and engaging digital content and visual materials are essential to strengthen awareness, promote behavioral change, and ensure consistent messaging across global platforms.

The internship provides an opportunity to support the PSEAH Team through design, digital content development, and website support, while gaining practical experience within the UN system.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the PSEAH Team Lead, the intern will support the team in the following areas:

Design and Visual Content

• Design and update visual materials related to PSEAH, including:
• Infographics, factsheets, posters, presentations, and social media assets
• Visual templates aligned with UNDP branding guidelines
• Support the adaptation of global PSEAH materials for different audiences and contexts
• Assist with basic layout and formatting of reports, guidance notes, and learning materials

Website and Digital Platform Support

• Support the maintenance and updating of PSEAH-related content on UNDP internal and/or external websites
• Assist in uploading, organizing, and updating digital resources and knowledge products
• Support basic quality control (layout, accessibility, broken links, formatting consistency)

Communications and Knowledge Products

• Support the development of online content, including:
• Short web articles, announcements, and summaries
• Visual storytelling content for awareness and learning purposes
• Assist in compiling and organizing PSEAH communication materials and resources
• Support the preparation of presentations and materials for trainings, webinars, and events

General Support

• Provide administrative and coordination support related to PSEAH communications activities, as needed
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for improving digital engagement and outreach

Competencies

Core Competencies

• Demonstrates integrity and ethical conduct
• Shows commitment to UNDP values and principles
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment
• Good organizational and time-management skills

Functional Competencies

• Strong interest in design, digital communications, and online content
• Attention to detail and visual consistency
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, engaging visual content
• Basic understanding of accessibility and inclusive communication is an asset

Required Skills and Experience

Education

• Enrolled in, or recently completed, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
• Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Multimedia, Communications, Digital Media, Web Design, or a related field
  (As per UNDP Internship Policy)
• Or strong experience in the above and enrolled in master in social sciences/law/international development

Experience and Skills

• Experience using design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Figma, or similar
• Basic experience with website content management systems is an asset
• Ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is required, French and Spanish highly desirable
• Knowledge of additional UN languages is an asset

Conditions of Internship

• This internship will involve a stipent , in accordance with UNDP Internship Policy
• Interns are responsible for arranging their own travel, visa, accommodation, and living expenses
• Interns must provide proof of enrollment in a degree programme or recent graduation, as required by UNDP
• Interns are expected to adhere to UNDP policies, including those related to confidentiality, ethics, and PSEAH

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination.

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Use of AI by candidates

Applicants are invited to read UNDP’s guidance for candidates on using AI responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection

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