Communications Intern (Barbados)

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ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

JOB TITLE:

Intern, Communications

TYPE OF CONTRACT:

Internship

UNIT/DIVISION:

Communications, Partnerships and Reporting (CPR) Unit

DUTY STATION (City, Country):

Bridgetown, Barbados

DURATION:

6 months (full-time)

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

In 2018, WFP re-established its presence in the Caribbean with an office in Barbados. The WFP Caribbean Multi-Country Office (MCO) supports 22 countries and territories across the English and Dutch-speaking Caribbean. WFP Caribbean's capacity strengthening programme focuses on vulnerability analysis and mapping, end-to-end supply chain management, shock-responsive social protection, food systems strengthening, and climate risk financing. During emergencies, WFP supports governments and partners by providing food, cash or voucher assistance, emergency logistics, and emergency telecommunications services when national and regional capacities are exceeded.

The Intern will support the office in strengthening internal and external communications, enhancing visibility and stakeholder engagement, and improving knowledge management practices. The intern will provide creative support through the development of visual content, social media materials, and communication products, while also assisting with information management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• As part of the Communications, Partnerships and Reporting (CPR) Team, you will:
• Develop and design visual content (graphics, infographics, presentations, flyers).
• Assist with drafting and editing communication materials.
• Support branding consistency across all communications.
• Development of short videos, images and/or infographics to communicate WFP’s work.
• Support the planning and implementation of communications and advocacy campaigns.
• Support the capture, documentation, and dissemination of lessons learned, good practices, and success stories to promote organizational learning and knowledge sharing.
• Assist in the organization and maintenance of knowledge management systems and repositories to improve information accessibility, retrieval, and institutional memory.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

TRAINING COMPONENTS

Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, WeLearn.

LEARNING ELEMENTS

• At the end of the assignment, the Intern should:
• Have a greater understanding of the World Food Programme’s work and its role within the wider humanitarian system.
• Gain practical experience in communications, visibility, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement within a United Nations environment.
• Cultivate effective communication skills and professionalism essential for workplace interactions and success.
• Enhance problem-solving and critical thinking abilities through addressing queries and contributing to process improvements.
• Develop a deeper understanding of how communications and knowledge management contribute to organizational effectiveness, decision-making, and programme impact.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:

• Experience in communications, graphic design, digital content creation, or a related field.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with social media management and content development for digital platforms.
• Basic understanding of knowledge management, information organization, and knowledge-sharing practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work collaboratively in a team environment, and perform effectively under pressure, including during emergency situations.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Creativity and innovation
• Initiative and reliability
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Adaptability in fast-paced environments
• Problem-solving mindset

STANDARD MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Eligibility:

a. Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate programme (for example, Bachelor’s degree) from a recognised university and have completed at least two years of the programme. Candidates should have attended classes in the past 12 months;

b. Be currently enrolled in a graduate programme (for example, Master degree) from a recognised university and have attended classes in the past 12 months;

c. Be a recent graduate from an undergraduate or graduate programme (within six months prior to the application to the internship programme) from a recognised university and have attended classes in the last 12 months of enrolment in the university.

d. Be fluent in English. Fluency in other WFP official and working languages is always an asset but nor required.

e. Be available to work full time for a period of 6 months in the WFP Caribbean office.

f. Not be sons, daughters, brothers or sisters of WFP employees;

Desired Areas of study: Communications, Multimedia Production, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Digital Media, Information Management, Computer Science, Information Technology, Library and Information Science, or a related field.

The Programme will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education;

Experience:

No professional work experience is required. Relevant academic, volunteer, research or internship experience in data analysis, monitoring, research, reporting or programme support is desirable.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Good computer knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• Experience with graphic design and videography software is considered an asset.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills (written and spoken English)
• Basic knowledge of digital content management, information organization, and knowledge-sharing practices.
• Good team player and ability to work in a team with diverse backgrounds.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• The Intern receives a monthly stipend from WFP which is the equivalent of US$1000.
• The intern will have Medical Insurance coverage for the duration of the internship, fully paid by WFP.
• WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
• The internship is on a full-time basis in accordance with the working schedule of the WFP Caribbean Multi-Country Office.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: [email protected]

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.

• We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.

• If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply.

• At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.