The UNOPS Global Portfolios Office (GPO) unites the New York Portfolios, including the Peace and Security team (PSC); the Geneva Office; and the Vienna-based Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) teams, to maximize global impact, foster efficiencies and streamline global programmes. Leveraging our collective expertise and networks, GPO supports UNOPS' strategic priorities and the SDGs across over 130 countries. We deliver project management, fund management, advisory services, project implementation, and HR services, working closely with major global partners. Our thematic focus includes sustainable development, climate action, health, peace & security, and humanitarian action.

From Geneva, UNOPS strives to facilitate the achievement of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by working with governments, other United Nations (UN) agencies and partners. This includes supporting platforms and hosting high-profile, flagship initiatives and funds focusing on health, nutrition, water and sanitation, sustainable cities, environment, and trade.

UNOPS is a recognized resource for the UN system in Geneva – from fund management and oversight and advisory services, to providing hosting solutions to a range of global initiatives, as well as operational support to partner organizations.

UNOPS provides quality services, integrated solutions and management support to UN agencies, initiatives and partners in a strategic, cohesive, cost-effective and results-oriented manner. Geneva is also home to UNOPS Europe and Central Asia Regional Office.

The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund.

The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund is a UNOPS Trust Fund committed to saving lives and improving the wellbeing of people by improving access to sanitation, hygiene and menstrual health hygiene. The Fund will invest in country led programmes to accelerate progress and sustainable impact toward the achievement of SDG 6.2. 

The Fund will maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of international development assistance and national investment. Staff at the Fund manage grants, coordinate with partners, support countries, monitor and evaluate results, report on progress, manage donor relations and raise funds.

At the core of the new architecture is a country funding model designed to be an efficient and effective mechanism that can operate at scale and deliver impact and supported by a suite of policies that define how funding is to be invested.  The SHF uses innovative finance mechanisms, including co-financing by recipient countries, to secure sustainable funding and the long term sustainability of its programs.

Thorough planning, effective implementation and diligent monitoring of communications activities are central to SHF’s efforts to increase visibility, strengthen engagement with partners and stakeholders, and showcase the impact of its programmes. SHF uses a mix of online and offline channels to share stories, campaign messages, publications and knowledge products in a timely and coordinated manner.

As part of the Global Portfolios Office, UNOPS Geneva provides comprehensive solutions in secretariat hosting, operational support, and fund management. We manage global programmes, including the Water, Environment and Climate (WEC) Portfolio, offering project management, procurement, HR, and financial services. Geneva hosts the secretariats of eight global partnerships focused on health (RBM, Stop TB, ATscale), nutrition (SUN), water/sanitation (SHF), humanitarian leadership (GELI), urban development (Cities Alliance), and disaster displacement (PDD). We also provide fund management for EIF and UN Water, and operational support to Geneva-based partners like the Global Fund and UNHCR. The EU-UNOPS Lives in Dignity (LiD) Grant Facility is also based here.

The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund.

The Sanitation and Hygiene Fund is a UNOPS Trust Fund committed to saving lives and improving the wellbeing of people by improving access to sanitation, hygiene and menstrual health hygiene. The Fund will invest in country led programmes to accelerate progress and sustainable impact toward the achievement of SDG 6.2. 

The Fund will maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of international development assistance and national investment. Staff at the Fund manage grants, coordinate with partners,support countries, monitor and evaluate results, report on progress, manage donor relations and raise funds.

At the core of the new architecture is a country funding model designed to be an efficient and effective mechanism that can operate at scale and deliver impact and supported by a suite of policies that define how funding is to be invested.  The SHF uses innovative finance mechanisms, including co-financing by recipient countries, to secure sustainable funding and the long term sustainability of its programs.

Thorough planning, effective implementation and diligent monitoring of communications activities are central to SHF’s efforts to increase visibility, strengthen engagement with partners and stakeholders, and showcase the impact of its programmes. SHF uses a mix of online and offline channels to share stories, campaign messages, publications and knowledge products in a timely and coordinated manner.

The Communications Intern will provide cross-cutting support to SHF’s communications function, with a focus on digital communications. The incumbent will assist in coordinating and implementing communications plans that contribute to SHF’s communications objectives. They will help maintain and execute the content calendar, contribute to the creation, editing and packaging of content for internal and external channels, and support visibility and engagement efforts across SHF’s priority audiences.

Social Media and Digital Communications

• Support the development of engaging and informative content for SHF social media platforms, including text, images, and videos.

• Contribute to periodic reporting on the digital activities and online presence of SHF across platforms.

Website Management Support

• Assist in the management and regular updating of content on the SHF websites.

Publications Support

• Support the production of SHF publications, including graphic design and layout.

• Coordinate translation processes and contribute to the development of accessible publication formats.

• Assist in  preparation and maintenance of planning tools for key communications initiatives (e.g. checklists, timelines, trackers).

Audio-Visual and Multimedia Support

• Organize and maintain audio-visual assets, including photographs and videos.

• Support the development of new multimedia materials.

Partner Communication and Pitch Development

• Assist in the development of communication materials and partner pitches for SHF stakeholders.

Administrative and Coordination Support

• Assist with administrative tasks, including scheduling meetings, taking meeting minutes, and preparing briefing notes.

General Communications Support

• Provide general support to the Communications team across ongoing projects and activities, as required.

• Provide general administrative and logistical support to the Communications team as needed (e.g. organising files, updating contact lists, supporting internal briefings).

Training and Learning Components

SHF/UNOPS places high value on the contribution of interns and recognizes the importance of learning and professional development throughout the internship period. The Intern will benefit from structured on-the-job training and capacity-building opportunities.

The Intern will have the opportunity to:

• Participate in official meetings and internal coordination processes.

• Gain practical exposure to the work of SHF, UNOPS, and the United Nations system.

• Develop knowledge of the sanitation and hygiene sector and multilateral cooperation frameworks.

• Engage with key stakeholders, including multi-partner donors, international non-governmental organizations, government counterparts, and other partners.

Required:

• Currently enrolled in, or having recently completed (within the last three years), a university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Digital Communication, Advertising, Graphic Design, Audiovisual Production or a related field.

Desired:

While no prior work experience is required, The  following  experience  will be  an asset:

• Experience in managing or supporting social media for an organisation, initiative, or campaign.

• Experience with content creation, website management, or graphic design

• Familiarity with basic content planning and scheduling tools, and image editing tools (e.g. Hootsuite, Canva, Descript, Adobe Express) 

• Experience  in international development, water, sanitation, menstrual health.

• 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.

• 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.