Stipend: UNDP interns are provided a monthly stipend to cover costs associated to the internship. The stipend amount varies from duty station to duty station. The amount can also vary depending on if a selected candidate receives financial support from a nominating institution, related institution, or government. For Copenhagen, this stipend is an equivalent of $1000 per month (exact amount to be confirmed)
Background

UNDP is the UN Development Programme and works in some 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. UNDP helps countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results. In 2017, UNDP is continuing to work to support the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the 17 new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), as they help shape global sustainable development for the next 15 years.

The UNDP JPOSC/TAPP is an end-to-end human resource service centre. It administers several young talent programmes, including the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) Programme whose overall goal is to provide young professionals the opportunity to gain experience in the field of international development cooperation, and as such to build capacities for the global development sector, while providing UNDP and other UN organizations with young talent with promising professional development.

Under the authority of the TAPP/JPOSC Manager and the supervision of the above-mentioned staff member, the intern will contribute to the development and the maintenance of client-oriented services and ensure that the JPOSC follows a model of excellence.

Duties and responsibilities

Graphic Design (90%)

Create and apply consistently UNDP’s employer branding guidelines to all internal and external communications assets and knowledge products, such as: 

  • Social Media posts and stories, newsletters, posters, brochures, presentations, one-pagers, infographics, motion graphics, and videos
  • Ad-hoc graphics for team presentations, outreach, and projects
  • Create digital assets (infographic, photo, motion graphics) for UNDP’s Career Website, TAPP/JPOSC web, and Social Media channels
  • Video creation/editing using Adobe Creative Cloud 
  • Provide support in big data presentation through visual tools 

Communication

  • Assist in managing our Social Media platforms, targeting the various stakeholders to the TAPP/ JPO Programme (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn)
  • Assist in advertising of JPO, SDP, and related Young Talent UNDP vacancies through our Social Media channels
  • Research relevant content and stories to post on TAPP / JPOSC’s Social Media platforms, and keep track of the key performance indicators (KPIs) for each network

Outreach and Data

  • Support the design of the quarterly bulletin reporting on TAPP / JPOSC news and key statistics in a visual format.
  • Assist in updating the JPO and SDP Database (Microsoft Excel)
  • Provide support in data analysis and statistics (Excel)

Other (10%)

  • Conduct research for various best practices depending on projects at hand
  • Provide support to any ad hoc activities related to the JPO Programme
  • Provide support to organisational activities within the team
  • Provide support when needed with the online onboarding process of the JPOs
     

Requirements and Qualifications

  • Education: Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:
    • Currently in the final year of a bachelor’s degree; or
    • Currently enrolled in a master’s degree; or
    • Have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a master’s degree or equivalent studies.
  • Field of study: Graphic Design, Digital Media, Digital Arts, Advertising and Marketing Journalism or related field.
  • Prior experience working in social media is an asset.
  • IT skills: Very good knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite. Working knowledge of Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and After Effects are essential requirements. Basic knowledge of HTML is highly desirable and basic knowledge CSS will be a plus.
  • Language skills: Fluency in English is required. Good working knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an asset.

Competencies

  • Communication: Ability to summarize a large amount of information and translate it into a visually compelling product for a social media audience. 
  • Interest and motivation in working in an international organization.
  • Good analytical skills. 
  • Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities.

Traning Components and Learning Elements

As a full member of the TAPP/ JPOSC team, the intern will:

  • Participate in in-house training opportunities as applicable
  • Learn the structure, mechanisms, policies, and practice areas of UNDP
  • Participate in dedicated trainings and UNDP online learning tools
  • Strengthen his/her effective writing and visual communication skills
  • Participate in working groups
  • Enjoy a free Gym membership at the UN City Gym.

Expected start date

The selected candidate is expected to start his/her internship at UNDP in UN City, Copenhagen on November 6th, 2026, but flexibility to have a two-day remote/in-house training would be appreciated.

Important information

The successful applicant will be requested to provide electronic versions of the following documents upon selection:

  • Copy of most recent curriculum vitae; 
  • Letter from university confirming current enrolment and graduation date, or;
  • Copy of recent graduation certificate; 
  • Letter of recommendation from a professor; 
  • Copy of school transcript; 
  • Copy of passport. If not an EU citizen, copy of a valid residency card valid or visa for Denmark for the duration of the internship programme is additionally required; 
  • Medical Certificate of Good Health;
  • Proof of medical insurance cover valid for the duration of the internship programme in Belgium. For interns who are neither nationals nor residents of Denmark, the insurance must include adequate coverage in the event of an injury or illness during the internship duration 

General conditions:

  • Where an intern is not financially supported by any institution or programme (hereafter “sponsor”), such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme, a stipend intended to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station, will be paid by the receiving office.
  • Where an intern is financially supported by a sponsor, UNDP will, subject to the applicable rules, pay the difference, if any, between the external financial support provided by the sponsor and the applicable UNDP stipend.
  • No other payments of any kind will be made to an intern by the office in connection with the internship agreement.
  • Interns will accrue combined sick and annual leave at the applicable monthly rate, prorated for part-time arrangements where relevant.
  • Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP:  we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

 
UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

 
Disclaimer

 

 
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment. 

 
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

 
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Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

 
Non-discrimination

 
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.  

 
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status. 

 
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