INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION
ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes global standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communication systems.
Unpaid Internship - Junior Communications Intern
Vacancy notice no: 1963
Sector: SG
Department:
Country of contract: Switzerland
Duty station: Geneva
Position number: [[positionNumber]]
Grade: [[PositionGrade]]
Type of contract: Internship
Duration of contract: 3-6
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 17 March 2024
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT
The General Secretariat directs administrative, human and financial resources and activities of the Union, including the implementation of the provisions of the administrative regulations on operational questions, the dissemination of information on telecommunication/ICT matters for operational and other purposes, and the provision of legal advice to the whole of the Union. The General Secretariat coordinates the implementation of the Strategic Plan, monitors the telecommunication/ICT environment and recommends as needed action relating to the Union’s future policies and strategy. The General Secretariat ensures inter-sectoral coordination and cooperation to advance a whole of ITU approach (One-ITU) in headquarters and the field. The General Secretariat provides logistical and information technology support to the Union’s activities including conferences and global forums; the coordination of the work of the Union with the United Nations system, and other international organizations; and the engagement of the Member States, Sector Members, and Academia. The General Secretariat manages corporate governance, and strategic communications and relations with the media, different stakeholder groups as well as the general public.
Long Description
Giga is a global UNICEF and ITU initiative to connect every school to the internet, and every young person to information, opportunity, and choice. It also serves as a platform to create the infrastructure necessary to provide digital connectivity to an entire country, for every community, and for every citizen. (www.giga.global). Giga has four core areas of work:
- Map previously unmapped schools, and monitor connectivity in real-time using open-source AI/ML;
- Model, with appropriate government agencies and other partners, the optimal connectivity infrastructure configuration, identifying the enabling policy & regulation levers, and developing connectivity cost models;
- Finance connectivity projects using the most capital efficient solutions available; and
- Contract using the best practices for public procurement and delivery tools.
Giga is active in over 30 countries and has connected over 6,500 schools in Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, and Latin America & the Caribbean, providing online access to over two million students and teachers. Key activities in these countries include using AI and satellite imagery to map school locations, using blockchain technology to monitor real-time connectivity status, using infrastructure and policy data to inform connectivity choices, efforts to lower the cost of school connectivity, studies to support our work, and bringing all these elements together to design sustainable business models for connecting schools.
With the support of the Governments of Switzerland and Spain, Giga has established its global headquarters in Geneva, and its Giga Technology Center in Spain. Giga is positioned for its next phase of growth to scale up in all programme areas with new resources associated with this support.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Within the context of the Giga initiative, ITU is looking for a dynamic intern willing to join the Giga team, responsible for assisting the overall communication activities and the development of diverse assets mostly related to audiovisual, power point presentations, website, and social media posts and visuals for Giga. Giga is a joint initiative of UNICEF and ITU to connect every school in the world to the Internet by 2030. Giga’s core areas of work are: to map previously unmapped schools using open-source AI/ML as well as existing infrastructure to model optimal connectivity strategies; to identify the enabling policy & regulation levers; to develop connectivity cost models, and to provide guidance on procurement and delivery tools.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Assist with preparation of marketing materials to promote Giga
- Design infographics, power point and other presentations, website posts and other social media visuals, including assistance in animation and design for Giga products
- Conduct research to identify relevant footage and images for video, slides, presentations, website content, events, social media and other material production for Giga
- Contribute to the maintenance of the Giga website
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
No work experience required.
Experience in communications, graphic design, social media promotions, conducting research and preparing publications will be valued. Advanced use of IT tools, content creation, promotion and experience with design tools would also be positively valued.
COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate should be highly organized, pay close attention to detail and quality of information, flexible, and able to keep a positive attitude under pressure. Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, social media platforms and ability to quickly learn new software applications are required. The ideal candidate must have the ability to work well individually, in a team and in a multicultural environment with a proactive attitude.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that a non-remunerated Internship position at ITU does not carry the same conditions of employment as a short-term or a fixed-term position. Mandatory Medical Insurance, travel expenses, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or sponsoring institutions.
This internship position does not require the candidate to be physically present and can be done remotely.
INFORMATION ON RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the ITU Careers website. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. ITU uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. Messages originating from a non ITU e-mail account - @itu.int - should be disregarded. ITU does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.
ITU applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. ITU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Achieving gender balance is a high priority for ITU.
