The position:

The selected person will be joining the External Relations team, responsible for reporting, donor relations, communication, and coordination for advocacy purposes with the civil society, other UN agencies, government, and private sector. The internship will be working with the communications specialists.

We are looking for a dynamic student or graduate, who has an interest in humanitarian issues, moreover a commitment to refugees, and a desire to develop their skills and experience in media, communications (including web-based and social media), and event management.

All candidates should be computer literate in Microsoft Office, have excellent writing skills (In Romanian) as well as the ability to always maintain a high level of confidentiality. Knowledge of social media management, graphic design or photography would be an asset.

Good interpersonal skills, adaptability, and attention to detail are essential.

Duties and responsibilities:

Content development for social media and support the community management activities of UNHCR Moldova accounts.

Support media monitoring activities and assist in the preparation of material for the media.

Maintain and nurture the database of contacts, including potential collaborations.

Creating and maintaining good relationships with refugees to build trust and amplify their voices.

Assist with the development and running of external relations events.

Support the translation of documents and global campaigns (Romanian – English).

Provide support to the daily running of the External Relations unit.

Minimum qualifications required

In order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Be either a recent graduate (having completed their studies within two years of applying) or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO; and

Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR.

NOTE: An individual whose father, mother, son, daughter, brother or sister is a staff member of UNHCR, including a Temporary Appointment holder or a member of the Affiliate Workforce, is not eligible for an internship.

Desirable qualifications and skills:

The candidate must be interested in communication and media-related work.

General computer skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Platforms like Canva, Meta or Adobe CS is an asset.

Social media skills.

Required languages: English – advance, required. Romanian – native level, required.

Russian or Ukrainian – would be an asset.

Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.

Interest in organizing and participating in public events.

Ability to work as part of a multicultural team.