UNAIDS Resource Mobilization & Communications Internship in Johannesburg (Stipend Available)

Location: UNAIDS, Regional Support Team, East and Southern Africa (RST, ESA), Johannesburg, South Africa
Type: Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week
Duration: 4-6 months, starting from December 1, 2024, to May 30, 2025
Stipend: Available for interns without other financial support

Position Overview

As a Resource Mobilization & Communication Intern at UNAIDS, you will support the Regional Resource Mobilization Adviser and the Regional Adviser for Communication and Advocacy. This internship offers hands-on experience in Private Sector Engagement, Resource Mobilization, and Communication & Advocacy.

Key Learning Opportunities
A structured work plan with defined achievements and regular progress meetings will provide an environment for skill development, aligning with UNAIDS’ mandate.

About UNAIDS

UNAIDS is dedicated to ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030, placing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the core of its mission. UNAIDS focuses on:

• Ensuring equitable access to HIV services
• Reducing barriers to HIV-related outcomes
• Integrating HIV responses into broader health and protection systems

The Regional Support Team for Eastern and Southern Africa (RST ESA) drives UNAIDS’ goals within the region, promoting equitable, people-centered HIV prevention and response efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Resource Mobilization

• Monitor trends in resource allocations and identify new funding opportunities.
• Support analysis of private sector engagements in the region.
• Assist in identifying innovative partnership opportunities with private sector entities.
• Organize training sessions on private sector engagement for country offices.
• Provide additional support as needed to the Resource Mobilization office.

Communication and Advocacy

Social Media Management

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance UNAIDS’ online engagement.
• Generate creative ideas to promote UNAIDS’ messages.
• Create videos, graphics, and photo essays for platforms like Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and LinkedIn.
• Track social media metrics and prepare performance reports.

Visual Design

• Design graphics and visual content that align with UNAIDS’ brand for social media and publications.
• Create templates for social media, newsletters, and other platforms.
• Produce digital and print materials, such as brochures and posters.

Journalism

• Research and write articles, blog posts, and press releases.
• Conduct interviews to gather content.
• Edit and proofread materials, contributing to the organization’s editorial calendar.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled in or have completed a degree program within the past year.
• Be at least 20 years of age.
• Be available for at least 2 months, up to 6 months.
• Have working knowledge of English.
• Hold a valid passport/ID from a WHO/UNAIDS Member State.
• Not hold any external employment contract during the internship.
• Not have a close family member working at UNAIDS.

Desirable Qualities

• Interest in development work.
• Ability to work well in multicultural environments.

Skills Required

• Proficiency with social media and digital platforms.
• Familiarity with graphic design software, like Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, interns will gain:

• Insight into UNAIDS’ mandate and regional operations.
• Familiarity with UNAIDS governance and program delivery.
• Experience with UN technical language and coordination.
• Networking opportunities with UN colleagues.
• Knowledge of private sector engagement within UNAIDS.

Compensation

A stipend may be available for interns not receiving other financial support.

Application Process

Apply by November 15, 2024, through the UNAIDS internship portal: UNAIDS eRecruitment – UNAIDS Internship 2024 (UNAIDS/24/FT43). Specify “Resource Mobilization & Communication Internship” in your application.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.