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WSIS JUNIOR GRAPHIC OFFICER

INTERNSHIP: INTERNSHIP/2012/SPM-32
Date of Issue:
Internships
Applications from women are encouraged
Functions: WSIS JUNIOR GRAPHIC OFFICER
Deadline for Applications (23.59 Geneva CH) : 21 September 2012
(7 day(s) until closing deadline)
Duration of Contract: 01/10/2012 to 01/03/2013 - 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
  • Provide creative and innovative graphic design/artwork for preparation of promotional materials e.g. (brochures, flyers, posters; roll-ups, electronic or otherwise)
  • Coordinate with COMPO and suppliers
  • Prepare the layout of presentations and documents
  • Assist in preparation of marketing campaign
  • Qualifications required
    Education:
    University degree in communications, public relations, art or design. ITU Internships are preferably open to undergradudate and/or graduarte university students or junior professionals.
    Experience:
    No work experience is required.
    Languages:
    Excellent knowledge of English for conducting research and producing documents (drafting and editing).
    Knowledge of and additional ITU official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) would be an advantage.
    Competencies:
    Some experience as a Graphic Designer
    Ability to work in a International Environment
    Computer skills. Comfortable with technology and the use of standard office programs and networks (MS Office)
    Proficient skills in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
    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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    WSIS JUNIOR GRAPHIC OFFICER