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Intern (Training and Communications Support), Thailand Programme

Vacancy #:   6419
Unit:   Thailand Country Programme
Organisation:   International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Location:   Asia Regional Office, Bangkok, Thailand
Reporting to:   Head of Office, Thailand Programme
Work percentage:   100%
Grade:   I
Expected start date:   01 June 2023
Type of contract:   Fixed-term (2 months)
Closing date:   20 May 2023
BACKGROUND
THIS IS A LOCALLY RECRUITED POSITION.

This internship aims to offer students undergoing graduate or post-graduate studies and recent graduates a meaningful work experience by supplementing their learning through a practical and on-the-job training approach. In doing so, the intern’s knowledge is supplemented through a practical learning experience while IUCN derives some level of advantage from the young professional’s services as well as the possibility of gaining new perspectives from the intern.
JOB DESCRIPTION
SPECIFIC DUTIES:

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Office, Thailand Programme, the intern will perform the following tasks:

Training Support:
• Assist the development of training modules on Urban Resilience and Nature-based Solutions
• Support the development of training modules for biodiversity impact assessment in accordance with IUCN’s tool
• Assist logistic arrangement for the project’s workshops, meeting and training session

Communication and Coordination Support:
• Assist in web stories writing when required
• Coordinate with project stakeholders in capturing story for developing online communication materials.

GUIDANCE AND MENTORING:

The selected candidate will undergo a general orientation training on:

• Different projects of Thailand Programme;
• Institutional functions of the Secretariat in Thailand Programme;
• Policies and standards for external stakeholder engagement; and
• Communications style guide, branding and quality-assurance checks.

In performing the assigned duties, the intern will have the opportunity to interact with key units and teams at Asia Regional Office. Overall, he/she will learn communication skills, methods and tools to influence decision-making and work with key stakeholders in nature conservation for sustainable development.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Be enrolled in an undergraduate or a graduate university programme (e.g., Bachelors or its equivalent) and not have graduated from it.

• Be in a “gap year” between studies with a clear goal of returning to complete or initiate studies at the end of the “gap year/period”. People who have graduated from university are not eligible for an internship

• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

• Proficient in written and spoken English and Thai.

• Ability to travel to other provinces for work.
APPLICATIONS

Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.

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