Intern - Communications and Multimedia
Quick answer
The United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office in Nairobi is hiring an intern to support communications and multimedia efforts, including video and multimedia storytelling, event documentation, and digital asset management, for a 6-month period.
- Role
- Intern - Communications and Multimedia
- Organization
- United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office
- Location
- NAIROBI, In person
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office in Nairobi is seeking an intern to support communications and multimedia efforts, including video and multimedia storytelling, event documentation, and digital asset management.
What you'll do
- Research and develop story ideas
- Support the preparation of video and multimedia content
- Film and edit interviews and events
- Coordinate practical production requirements
- Support the UN Communications Group and RCO communications team
- Maintain digital asset management and project files
What it takes
- Completed and graduated from a recognized university degree program
- Relevant fields include communications, journalism, film and television production, multimedia, digital media, media production, photography, graphic design, visual arts, public relations, development studies, international relations
- Demonstrable ability to plan, film and edit video or multimedia content
- Ability to write clear, concise English for digital and public audiences
- Working knowledge of at least one professional video-editing application
- Basic understanding of camera operation, composition, lighting, sound recording, file management and export settings
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the internship located?
The internship is based in Nairobi, Kenya, and is in-person.
What is the compensation for this internship?
This internship is unpaid and does not attract any remuneration or allowances.
What are the key qualifications required?
Applicants must have completed and graduated from a recognized university degree program, and have relevant skills in video and multimedia content creation.
How do I apply for this internship?
Applicants should submit a completed application, a cover letter, a current CV, and a portfolio or showreel containing relevant video or multimedia work.
Is there a specific language requirement?
Fluency in English is required, and working knowledge of Kiswahili is highly desirable for interviews and audience-focused storytelling.
How to apply
Apply directly on United Nations Resident Coordinator's Office's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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