Intern – Communications

Job Opening ID:  284612

Job Category:  Affiliate Personnel – Internships

Level:  I-1

Recruitment Type:  Intern

Duty Station:  Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Work Arrangement:  Full-time, in-person

Expected Duration:  3–6 months

Date Posted:  17 September 2026

Application Deadline:  23 September 2026

Compensation:  Unpaid internship

Work Location

The internship is expected to be  full-time and in-person  in Addis Ababa. The working arrangement may be further discussed with the supervisor.

Internship Responsibilities

The selected intern will support the UNECA Communication Section with the following activities:

Social Media and Content Creation

Support the development of content and draft messages for ECA social media channels.

Prepare content related to ECA thematic areas such as:

Climate Change

Regional Integration

Innovation

Infrastructure Development

Gender

UN Days and International Days

Assist with developing content for digital and social media platforms.

Translation and Digital Communications

Translate content for dissemination through media and ECA platforms, including social media channels.

Assist in developing digital assets for websites and social media platforms.

Support the creation of materials such as quote cards, GIFs, videos, and other digital content.

Events and Media Relations

Support coverage of conferences, webinars, and other ECA events.

Draft press releases, media advisories, and short blog posts for the ECA website and Intranet.

Participate in conferences, webinars, and events organized by ECA.

Media Monitoring and Research

Assist with media monitoring activities.

Help maintain and update the media database.

Assist in compiling analysis, data, and information related to ECA's thematic activities.

Internal Communications

Support ECA internal communications activities relating to the priorities of the Division of Administration.

Perform other communications-related duties as requested.

Eligibility Requirements