Content Development and Communications Intern
Nairobi
- Organization: UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services
- Location: Nairobi
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Communication and Public Information
- Closing Date: 2025-12-02
General Information
Job Highlight
The Intern opportunity has two available positions:
- Local Intern: For Kenyan nationals.
- International Intern: For non-Kenyan nationals, who will be based in Nairobi, Kenya for the duration of the assignment.
About the Region
The UNOPS Africa Regional Office, based in Nairobi, Kenya, oversees the delivery of over 250 projects across 40 countries, with a focus on fragile and conflict-affected settings. Supported by more than 1,000 personnel across five multi-country offices—spanning North, West, Central, Eastern and Southern Africa, and the Horn of Africa—the office advances national priorities through strategic initiatives in Climate Action, Health, Infrastructure, Peace and Security, Middle-Income Country Support, and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Regional Office provides strategic leadership, operational support, and oversight in key areas including Partnerships, Communications, Management and Oversight, Infrastructure and Project Management, Health and Safety, and Security. By promoting excellence in project delivery, fostering knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement, the office contributes to sustainable infrastructure, transparent resource management, and a better quality of life for communities across the continent.
About the Country/Multi-Country Office
Based in Nairobi, UNOPS East and Southern Africa supports sustainable development across 14 countries, including Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Somalia, Tanzania, Zambia, Zanzibar, and Zimbabwe. Since 1995, UNOPS has expanded its footprint in Kenya, delivering services in project management, infrastructure, procurement, and financial management. Across the region, the office implements diverse, partner-funded initiatives that respond to national priorities. In Mozambique, this includes delivering specialized equipment (EU), supporting health services (UNICEF), promoting agro-processing (KOICA), and advancing peacebuilding efforts through a Multi-Donor Fund. UNOPS also supports agricultural input distribution and the Northern Crisis Recovery Project, both funded by the World Bank. In Malawi, efforts include developing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) centres in partnership with the EU and the British Council. These initiatives reflect UNOPS’ commitment to strengthening national capacities, enhancing service delivery, and supporting progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the region.
Job Specific Context
The Accelerated Partnership for Renewables in Africa (APRA) is an African country-led international partnership that brings together governments and stakeholders working to accelerate the deployment of renewables to enhance energy access, enable green industrialisation, and improve economic and societal resilience. To accelerate and optimize the implementation of APRA on the ground and enhance its operational and programme management capacities, UNOPS/ESAMCO is hosting the APRA Implementation Office. Currently, 10 African and four partner countries are members of APRA, with several international organisations, philanthropies, and others serving as supporting members.
Role Purpose
The Content Development and Communications Intern supports APRA's communication efforts by assisting in the creation, editing, and management of engaging content for digital, internal, and print platforms. This role also encompasses providing logistical and technical support for APRA's external events and engagements.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Functions / Key Results Expected
Content Development and Research
Digital Communications and Media Support
Internal Communications
Event Planning and Logistic Support
Learning Opportunities
Content Development and Research
Assist in the development production, and maintenance of APRA information pack
Support the gathering and synthesizing of updates and highlights
Contribute to the drafting and editing of APRA newsletters, briefing notes, talking points and powerpoint presentations
Conduct research to identify opportunities for audience growth, cross promotion and partnership outreach to expand APRA’s network
Digital Communications and Media Support
Support the creation and curation of multi-media content (graphics, posts, videos) for social media platforms to promote APRA’s work and impact
Support the design and visual communications process, including graphic concepts and overseeing the production/printing of publications
Support the development and implementation of social media presence for the Implementation Office
Internal Communications
Assist in the development of content for internal platforms to ensure UNOPS staff are informed about APRA key updates, events, and activities .
Event Planning and Logistic Support
Support the organization, logistics and delivery of APRA events including conferences, workshops, webinars, and meetings.
Assist in preparing event materials, invitations, and promotional content.
Learning Opportunities
This internship offers a valuable opportunity to develop practical skills and gain professional experience within an international development and renewable energy context. The intern will receive hands-on experience in high-impact communications by directly contributing to the APRA Implementation Office.
Specifically, the intern will:
- Master the creation, drafting, editing, and production of diverse content (e.g., newsletters, briefing notes, presentations) for various digital and print platforms.
- Gain practical digital media expertise by implementing digital communication strategies, curating, creating, and managing multi-media content (graphics, posts, videos) for social media, and supporting the growth of the Implementation Office's online presence.
- Develop event management and logistics skills through planning, organization, and technical coordination of events, including conferences, workshops, and webinars.
- Strengthen partnership outreach capabilities by identifying actionable opportunities for audience growth, cross-promotion, and expanding APRA's strategic network and visibility.
- Gaining critical understanding of the operational landscape of international partnerships focused on accelerating renewable energy deployment, energy access, and green industrialization in Africa.
Skills
Competencies
Education Requirements
Required:
- A minimum of first level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent), or be enrolled in a post graduate program or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to the start date of the intern assignment.
- The area of study preferably related to communications, journalism, public relations or similar is required.
Experience Requirements
Desired:
- While no prior work experience is required, some experience in content creation for social media platforms or related fields would be an asset.
- Excellent skills in graphic design software and video editing software.
Language Requirements
| Language | Proficiency Level | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| English | Fluent | Required |
Additional Information
- Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
- Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
- Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
- UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
- Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
- We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions
- For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
- For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here.
- For more details about the contract types, please click here.
- All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
- It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.