Prorgamme Support- Communication for the multilateral mechanism for the fair and equitable sharing of benefits from the use of digital sequence information on genetic resources, including the Cali Fun

Work LocationMontreal, in-person or remote Expected durationThree to six months Duties and ResponsibilitiesOrganizational setting The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. At the 1992 Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro, world leaders agreed on a comprehensive strategy for 'sustainable development'. One of the key agreements adopted at Rio was the Convention on Biological Diversity. The Convention establishes three main goals: the conservation of biological diversity, the sustainable use of its components, and the fair and equitable sharing of the benefits from the use of genetic resources. The Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (SCBD) is located in Montreal and is administered by UNEP. This internship is located at the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity, under the overall supervision of DSI Programme Management Officer, Access and Benefit-Sharing Unit, Office of the Executive Secretary, and the guidance of the Head of Unit and UN partners. The Programme Support - Communication for the multilateral mechanism for the fair and equitable sharing of benefits from the use of digital sequence information on genetic resources, including the Cali Fund internship has a start date of 16 June 2025 for a duration of three (3) months with a possibility of an extension to December 2025 depending on the needs of the Organization. The Internship is for a maximum duration of 6 months and UNPAID. Interns work five days per week (35-40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Duties and Responsibilities The intern will assist in the launch of the Cali Fund to the public through the creation of social media accounts such as LinkedIn, X and Instagram. The incumbent will support this by creating and scheduling content for social media platforms. The Intern may also work on the Cali Fund website and some other communication items. Under the overall supervision of the DSI Programme Management Officer, the intern will: (inter alia) • Assist in the creation of social media accounts for the Cali Fund such as LinkedIn, X, and Instagram; • Create communication products relating to the multilateral mechanism on digital sequence information on genetic resources and the Cali Fund through research, and drafting of some basic text; • Contribute to the creation of a social media strategy prior to the launch of the social media platforms, and the implementation of the strategy for work related to DSI and the Cali Fund, including posting on Cali Fund social media accounts (LinkedIn, X, Instagram and others) based on directions from the Programme Management Officer and UN collaborators, including: • Assist with the planning and creation of daily social media posts in order to generate engagement among social media followers; • Work with the communications unit to promote existing communications materials (videos, infographics etc.) on DSI, and the creation of new communications collaterals such as videos; • Monitor the success of social media posts based on analytics, and keep up to date on new social media tools and best practices; • Participate in meetings both internal and with other UN entities on the communication strategy, guidance and review for the Cali Fund; • Support the organization and preparation of meetings, virtual or other, organized by the ABS Unit for work related to DSI, MLM and the Cali Fund, including logistical support and note-taking; • Assist in other duties as may be requested, including by the Executive Secretary. Qualifications/special skillsApplicants to the United Nations internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor 's level or equivalent). (c) Have graduated with a university degree. Be computer literate in standard software applications. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. Preferred area of study: Communications, Environmental Sciences, International Relations and related degrees Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French or Spanish is desirable. NOTE: \"Fluency equals a rating of \"fluent\" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and \"Knowledge of\" equals a rating of \"confident\" in two of the four areas. Additional InformationFor this internship, significant experience with the production of social media materials, including infographics and videos, is desirable. Please indicate your previous experience with these types of activities. Intern Specific textInterns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.