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UNHCR  

Site: Switzerland, Geneva, Geneva
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Sector: Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
Company size: 500 employees or more

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, takes the lead in protecting people forced to flee wars and persecution around the world, providing life-saving aid including shelter, food and water to ensure their basic safety, rights and dignity. With 16,803 women and men working in 134​ countries, we work tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of 70.8 million forcibly displaced people worldwide.

Our dedicated and professional staff work around the clock in roles including legal protection, community services, public affairs, health and more. Despite the challenges they can face, our staff are proud to work for UNHCR and determined to make a positive impact. Our colleagues bring a wide range of specialized skills, including expertise in legal protection, administration, community services, public affairs, health and other disciplines.

Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. We work with skilled professionals who are committed to put people first, make a real difference in people's lives and are willing to go anywhere we are needed to get the job done. We need committed and passionate people who strongly believe in what they do and whose work ethic and motivation inspire others. We seek new talent and skills to respond to the needs of people forced to flee across the globe.  Thus, we are looking for candidates who thrive in a diverse and multi-cultural work environment and are keen to bring new innovative ideas, skills and solutions to help build a better future for people forced to flee.

Work with us to help build better futures for people forced to flee. Visit www.unhcr.org/careers

 

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UNHCR

External Relations Intern

Algeria, Alger , Algiers

Terms of ReferenceEstablished in December 1950, UNHCR is a global organization dedicated to saving lives, protecting rights and building a better future for asylum seekers, refugees, returnees, internally displaced communities and stateless people. Every year, millions of men, women and children are forced to flee their homes to escape conflict and persecution. UNHCR currently operates in over 130 countries, using its long expertise to protect and care for millions.UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency in Algiers, Algeria, is offering a full-time internship with the External Relations:Duration: 6 months Contract Type: InternshipClosing date for application: 13/04/2024Earliest Hire Date: 01/06/2024Target End date: 30/11/2024Organizational context:UNHCR has been accredited to the People's Democratic Republic of Algeria, a signatory to the 1951 Convention relating to the status of refugees, since 1984. It provides protection and assistance to persons of concern in both, urban and camp settings. UNHCR's operation in Algiers serves more than 10,000 refugees and asylum-seekers from the Middle East and Sub-Saharan Africa. At the request of the Algerian authorities, UNHCR undertakes registration and status determination for asylum-seekers and helps them to secure durable solutions once recognized as refugees. Owing to natural and human-made crises regional and global in nature, there has been a sharp escalation in the number of individuals seeking asylum in Algiers. In 2022, these have numbered as high as 500 per month.  The position:The External Relations Intern, under the supervision of the Representative, will provide support to the External Relations (ER) unit by assisting in event preparation, organizing unit archives and visibility materials, accompanying the protection unit colleagues in relevant events, and producing high-quality photo and video content. Duties and responsibilities:1. Event Preparation:Assist in the preparation of events, with a focus on World Refugee Day.Support event logistics, coordination, and documentation as needed.2. Archive Organization:Help organize the unit's archive and visibility materials.Maintain and update team folders to ensure easy access to relevant information.3. Accompanying Protection Colleagues:Assist in covering protection activities with photos and videos for documentation and storytelling purposes.4. Photography and Videography:Capture high-quality photos and videos during events and activities.Edit and produce compelling visual content that adds value to the organization's communication efforts. Minimum qualifications required: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 program 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.Desirable qualifications and skills:• Currently enrolled in or recent graduate of a relevant field (e.g., Photography, Film Studies, Communications, etc.).• Proficiency in photography and videography techniques, including shooting, editing, and post-production.• Familiarity with relevant software and tools for photo and video editing.• Knowledge of English and French.Conditions:It is a full-time role with working hours starting from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Sunday to Thursday (40 hours per week). The successful candidate will be assigned to support the team in person in Algiers, Algeria. Allowance: Interns who do not receive financial support from an outside party will receive an allowance to partially help cover the cost of food, local transportation and living expenses. How to apply:Interested applicants should submit their application through www.unhcr.org/careers.html The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing or training. Other informationCandidates will be shortlisted against position requirements set out in the job description; they will be assessed on the base of their qualifications performance during the hiring process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted an interview.This position doesn't require a functional clearanceHome-BasedNo This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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09/04/2024