ITU Unpaid Internship - Graphic Designer

Job Description

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. ITU also organizes global Telecom events bringing together the most influential representatives of government and the private sector to exchange ideas and knowledge for the benefit of all.

INTERNSHIP: 2INTERNSHIPS-2021/BDT

Date of Issue: 13 January 2021 Internships	Applications from women are encouraged
Functions: Unpaid Internship - Graphic Designer
Deadline for Applications (23.59 Geneva CH) : 3 February 2021 (21 day(s) until closing deadline)	Duration of Contract: 6 months
Type of Appointment: Internship	Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Organ:
The Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is responsible for the organization and coordination of the work of the Telecommunication Development Sector (ITU-D) of the Union which deals mainly with ICT-focused development policies, strategies and programmes, as well as technical cooperation activities, to promote digital inclusion and drive digital transformation at community, country and regional levels. To effectively and efficiently serve the needs of ITU members, BDT is organized into four functional areas:

Office of the Deputy to the Director and Field Operations Coordination Department

Partnerships for Digital Development Department

Digital Networks & Society Department

Digital Knowledge Hub Department

Main Tasks and Responsibilities of the Internship

Under the supervision of the Head of the Communications and Promotion Service, the intern will undertake the following tasks and activities:

Production of videos (script writing, editing, post-production).
Support the development of graphic communications products such as brochures, infographics, factsheets, multi-media assets etc..
Transform technical content into intuitive, accessible and easy-to-read visuals.
Produce graphics for online platforms, including social media
Produce motion graphics.
Deliver strong, convincing designs on the work of the ITU development thematic priorities.

Competencies

Proficiency in the following design formats is desired: Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Premier Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Illustrator Adobe After Effects, and MS PowerPoint.

Strong command of English, other languages are an asset.

Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Knowledge of social media/marketing.

Knowledge of video editing and graphic design.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications required

Education:
University degree in graphic design, communications, marketing.

Experience:
No work experience required.

Languages:
English

Additional Information:
The internship will be completed remotely.

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.

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for written test. Interviews may be used as a form of screening.

For further information concerning the Conditions of Employment please click the following link

Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration

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