External Relations Intern

Position description

The UNHCR Office for Switzerland and Liechtenstein is offering a full-time internship for the duration of a minimum of three to a maximum of six months. 

The Office acts as a country office for Switzerland and Liechtenstein, and works closely with the Swiss authorities, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), refugees and other relevant actors in Switzerland and Liechtenstein for the protection of forcibly displaced and stateless persons. We also seek to support governments to find durable solutions for refugees.

Main responsibilities 
• Assist with the compilation of a daily press review.
• Assist with the development and implementation of awareness raising activities.
• Support our cooperation with institutions, companies, media, etc.
• Draft articles and other texts. 
• Do research and translation work. 
• Review, finalise and format texts of the team.
• Support the website and social media activities.
• Support the organisation of events.
• Respond to telephone calls.
• Perform other tasks as required
 

Qualifications

Selection criteria 
In order to be considered eligible for an internship, the following criteria must be fulfilled:
• Be either a recent graduate or current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO.
• Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in media, international relations or related studies and have a particular interest in refugee protection.
• Not have exhausted the maximum cumulative internship period with UNHCR, including any prior internships (8 months for full-time and 12 months for part-time).
• Excellent knowledge of English, as well as German AND French (minimum B2 level). 
• Strong drafting skills. 
• Good general working knowledge of communication and public relations principles and methods. 
• Working knowledge of design tools (Canva), social media and newsletter platforms is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the Swiss media landscape is an advantage.

Application instructions

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