Communication Intern

Under the direct supervision of the Communications Specialist and the overall guidance of the Regional Communications Adviser, the intern will support the UNFPA Asia-Pacific Regional Office team in coordinating regional campaigns, creating and editing web editorial content, engaging with digital audiences, and tracking analytics. The intern will also support content planning, event coordination, and provide logistical and administrative communications assistance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting daily coordination of UNFPA APRO’s social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, YouTube), including preparation, scheduling, and monitoring of approved content.
• Assisting in the drafting and editing of communication materials such as stories, web features, and social media posts.
• Assisting in the coordination of UNFPA APRO's communications campaigns.
• Providing logistical and administrative communications support for on-the-ground activities in Thailand as part of the regional and global agenda.
• Assisting in copy editing blogs and articles to maintain high editorial standards and consistency in messaging.
• Collecting information from country offices on upcoming content to keep the content planner and social media planner updated.
• Monitoring UNFPA's digital performance across platforms and producing monthly analytics reports.
• Providing additional communications support as needed, including research, organizing files, and assisting with online and offline event coordination.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme, or second-year or above students of a first university degree programme, or recent university graduates (if selected) must start the internship within one year of graduation.
• Demonstrate interest in the field of development.
• Demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in English (working language of the office).
• Demonstrate ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.
• Background in communications, journalism, international relations or other relevant fields.
• Some experience (including volunteer work) with the UN, development agencies, NGOs, or community initiatives.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Familiarity with social media management and digital communications tools.
• Initiative, sound judgment, and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across cultures.
• Applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the internship begins.

Skills

• Written Communication
• Spoken Communication
• Research Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Social Media Management
• Digital Communications
• Content Creation
• Web Editorial
• Campaign Coordination
• Event Coordination
• Logistical Support
• Administrative Support
• Intercultural Collaboration

Languages

English