WSIS Forum 2013: Junior Project Officer

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes global standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communication systems. ITU also organizes global Telecom events bringing together the most influential representatives of government and the private sector to exchange ideas and knowledge for the benefit of all.

INTERNSHIP: INTERNSHIP/2012/SPM-31

Date of Issue: Internships Applications from women are encouraged Functions: WSIS Forum 2013: Junior Project Officer Deadline for Applications (23.59 Geneva CH) : 5 October 2012 (21 day(s) until closing deadline) Duration of Contract: 04/02/2013 to 01/08/2013 - 6 months Type of Appointment: Internship Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland

Organ: The General Secretariat directs all the administrative and financial aspects of the Union's activities, including the implementation of the provisions of the administrative regulations on operational questions, the dissemination of information on telecommunication matters for operational and other purposes, the provision of legal advice to the Bureaux of the Union and the departments of the General Secretariat, logistic support to the Union's activities including conferences, the coordination of the work of the Union with other international organizations, the dissemination of information to the Member States and Sector Members, press, corporate and individual users of telecommunications and the general public. The General Secretariat is also responsible for the organization of world telecommunication exhibitions and forums.

Organization Unit: Within the General Secretariat, the Strategic Planning and Membership Department (SPM) advises the Secretary-General on strategic challenges and their implications for the Union in the fast evolving telecommunications/ICT environment; develops forward-looking strategic proposals to the ITU management team with a view to ensuring that the organization meets the objectives assigned by the membership; plans and coordinates the corporative and strategic activities with a view to ensuring their accordance with membership objectives; organizes and provides secretariat services to the Plenipotentiary Conference, Council, and other meetings in the general secretariat in order to achieve a high level of involvement from Member States and Sector Members, develops and maintains sound relations with Member States, Sector Members and other entities, the UN and other international organizations. The Department is also responsible for providing expert advice on communication and promotion strategies and for developing and implementing the Union's corporate communication plan in cooperation with the three Sectors with a view to promoting ITU leadership in the field of telecommunications and ICT.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities of the Internship

Assist in the organization of multiple documents of the WSIS Forum 2013 Programme Brochure that includes more than 120 sessions Assist in the design documents using Microsoft Word Assist in the graphs producing with good visual layouts Make research and analysis Assist in the Coordinating with the iwrite4WSISForum Campaign Partners Provide good writing skills for tweeting on behalf of the iwritefor WSIS Forum Campaign Assist in tasks related to the imeetyouatWSIS Forum Platform

Qualifications required

Education: University degree in development studies, international relations, business administration, communications, public relations, economics, political science or sociology. ITU Internships are preferably open to undergradudate and/or graduarte university students or junior professionals.

Experience: No work experience is required.

Languages: Knowledge of English and French for conducting research and communicating with WSIS Stakeholders. Knowledge of and additional ITU official language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) would be an advantage.

Competencies: Excellent Document Organization Skills Good research and analysis skills Ability to communicate with a range of stakeholders, including Private Sector, Civil Society and Academic Institutions Ability to work in an international environment Experience in PR campaigns will be an advantage Good drafting skills in English and French

Additional Information: Please note that a non-remunerated Internship position at ITU does not carry the same "conditions of employ" as a Short Term or Fixed Term position. Mandatory medical insurance as well as accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the Interns or sponsoring institutions, including travel expenses if any.

Remuneration

Annual Salary: (Net of Tax) Internships are non-remunerated without dependants Internships are non-remunerated with dependants

Applicants will be contacted directly if selected for written test. Interviews may be used as a form of screening.

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Applicants will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration

WSIS Forum 2013: Junior Project Officer