United Nations Environment Programme Knowledge Management & Communications Support Intern Jobs in Kenya;The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities. UN-Habitat is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system.UN-Habitat works with partners to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. UN-Habitat promotes urbanization as a positive transformative force for people and communities, reducing inequality, discrimination and poverty.The Local2030 Coalition is the United Nations system-wide initiative to support the localization of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Secretariat, hosted in Bilbao, coordinates joint action, leverages local solutions, and drives strategic communications to accelerate SDG implementation at the local level.Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Communications Officer, the Knowledge Management & Communications Support Intern will provide operational and administrative assistance to streamline digital asset management, structure internal and external communications repositories, support international media monitoring and reporting, assist with web and data visualization tasks, and facilitate smooth team workflows.ResponsibilitiesKnowledge Management, Asset Architecture and Branding Compliance
United Nations Environment Programme Knowledge Management & Communications Support Intern Jobs in Kenya;
Responsibilities
Knowledge Management, Asset Architecture and Branding Compliance
Categorize, tag (including metadata, captions and copyright), and archive photo, video and multimedia assets to ensure taxonomy and usage rights compliance.
Structure and maintain the Communications Unit SharePoint/Hub, maintaining organized folders for press releases, talking points, FAQs, human-interest stories, graphic design assets, and publications.
Store, organize, and distribute official communications resources, ensuring compliance with UN/UN-Habitat and Local2030 Coalition branding guidelines.Strategic Messaging, High-Level Briefings and Hubs Network Support
Strategic Messaging, High-Level Briefings and Hubs Network Support
Assist in organizing and archiving corporate messaging, speech drafts, Q&A documents, and high-level briefing packages for easy access during missions.
Support the development and regular updating of structured contact lists of focal points from Local2030 Hubs, Coalition UN Member Entities, Steering Committee communications desks, and partner networks.Web and Data Analytics Assistance
Web and Data Analytics Assistance
Assist in reviewing, editing, and quality-checking content, articles, and knowledge materials submitted by internal and external contributors before publication on the Local2030 website.
Compile web traffic analytics, monitor keyword performance, and track SEO metrics to evaluate website engagement and content reach.
Assist in gathering quantitative and qualitative data (surveys, campaign reach, event analytics) and prepare preliminary charts, tables, and graphs for data-driven reporting.International Media Relations and Communications Impact Reporting
International Media Relations and Communications Impact Reporting
Assist in daily and weekly tracking of global developments relevant to sustainable development, multilevel governance, SDG localization, and major UN announcements.
Maintain an updated database of international media outlets, journalists, and (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});press desks interested in SDG localization.
Collate performance metrics across digital campaigns, web traffic and media coverage to support the preparation of monthly and quarterly communications impact reports.Internal Communications and Administrative Operations
Internal Communications and Administrative Operations
Assist in drafting, editing, and distributing internal messages, periodic team communications, and Secretariat updates.
Help design and test creative approaches to keep Secretariat teams informed, connected, and engaged, including visual monthly highlights, interactive Teams channels, and video recaps.
Support coordination between the Communications Team and other Secretariat teams to gather internal news, mission highlights, and project updates.Qualifications
Qualifications
Applicants must, at the time of application, be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent); or
Have graduated with a Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, PhD, or equivalent qualification.
Applicants must be computer literate in standard software applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Applicants must demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the UN Charter.
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and beliefs.Preferred Areas of Study
Preferred Areas of Study
Knowledge Management.
Communications.
Information Science.
International Relations.
Journalism.
Data Analytics.
Other related fields.Required Skills
Required Skills
Proficiency in computer software applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
Experience or familiarity with managing structured file systems, digital asset libraries, databases, or web and media analytics is desirable.
Applicants are not required to have prior professional work experience; however, the field of study must be closely related to the internship.Languages
Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Knowledge of Spanish is desirable.
Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.