Background

Description of Responsibilities

Events and communications intern will work under the overall guidance of the UNDP Armenia/Kolba Innovations Lab, with close cooperation with Digital Communications Expert and Research, Data and Development Policy Expert.  Specifically the intern will perform the following functions:

- Support the delivery of workshops, trainings and seminars on design thinking, prototyping, research, business and marketing and other topics related to incubation;
- Provide organization and logistical support for annual Social Innovation Camp 
- Support smooth implementation of all special events from planning through successful execution
- Provide support in compiling contact database for the Lab
- Do horizon scanning to identify the most interesting innovations applicable to the development sector in Armenia
- Provide other support and assistance for the implementation of the Lab’s communications as required.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional Competencies:
- Effective communications skills;
- Excellent computer skills;
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
- Ability to remain calm, in control and good humored even under pressure and tight deadlines;
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities.

Qualifications

-       Recent graduate of Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or  related field;
-       Understanding of social start-up ecosystem in Armenia,
-       Familiarity with web based mailing services and contact management systems is preferable
-       Advanced Computer skills (MS Office), familiarity with Adobe photo- and video-editing tools is preferable
-       Good communication skills: speaking, writing and editing skills in English and Armenian;
-       Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with ability to work under pressure within an international setting,  team player

More information can be found here.