Internship in Communication and Engagement, Mauritius

The Position:

Are you passionate about using digital platforms to drive meaningful communication and engagement? UNFPA Mauritius and Seychelles is seeking dynamic individuals for an internship opportunity to support our communication initiatives. Join us in making a difference in the lives of communities across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing UNFPA Mauritius and Seychelles’ social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) by creating engaging content and fostering community interaction.
• Support the execution of local and regional communication initiatives through various digital platforms, ensuring effective dissemination of key messages.
• Contribute to the implementation of on-the-ground activities outlined in the multi-country office communications plan, actively participating in events and initiatives held in Mauritius and Seychelles.
• Aid in populating and updating the content planning and social media planning system, ensuring a consistent flow of relevant and impactful content.
• Assist in reviewing and editing blogs and articles to ensure clarity, coherence, and alignment with UNFPA’s messaging standards.
• Collect information from the region regarding upcoming and planned content at the country level, facilitating the creation of timely and relevant communication materials.
• Monitor the digital performance of UNFPA Mauritius and Seychelles across various metrics, providing insights for optimization and improvement.
• Collaborate with the Communication Officer in Madagascar to develop diverse content types, including blogs, infographics, videos, and photo posts, catering to different audience preferences.
• Provide assistance with other communications-related tasks and projects as needed, contributing to the overall success of UNFPA’s communication efforts.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a relevant undergraduate or graduate program.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Languages

English and French

Values

Required Competencies:

Exemplifying integrity,

Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,

Embracing cultural diversity,

Embracing change

Core Competencies

Achieving results,

Being accountable,

Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,

Thinking analytically and strategically,

Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,

Compensation

This position offers a compensation as applicable.

UNFPA Work Environment

UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA’s workforce – click here to learn more.

Disclaimer

Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.

Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.