Communication

Overview

The intern will assist with and support communication tasks within the Information, Communication and Technology Services Section (ICTSS) at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA).

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and compile the ICTSS Annual Report.
• Collect and consolidate inputs and synthesize technical information.
• Support the editing and refinement of the ICTSS Strategy document.
• Prepare and coordinate the quarterly ICTSS bulletin.
• Develop concise content for totems, digital signage, dashboards, and internal communication materials.
• Draft announcements, briefing notes, communication summaries, and other documentation.
• Liaise with Corporate Communications and Graphics teams.
• Attend section and selected project meetings; prepare structured minutes.
• Maintain a centralized tracker of action points.
• Develop and maintain a consolidated overview of ICTSS initiatives and progress status.

Required Experience

No professional work experience is required. Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, or communications through academic work, internships, or other relevant activities is desirable. Interest or exposure to digital transformation, innovation, or technology-related topics is an asset.

Qualifications

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within the last two years in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Business Administration, International Relations, or a related field. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (Bachelor or equivalent), Master's or Ph.D. Program or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. Program.

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