VACANCY: IKNOW POLITICS INTERN FOR SOCIAL MEDIA AND WEB MARKETING
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Location : | New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA |
Application Deadline : | 15-Apr-14 |
Additional Category | Women’s Empowerment |
Type of Contract : | Internship |
Post Level : | Intern |
Languages Required : |
English |
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) |
15-May-2014 |
Duration of Initial Contract : | 4 months |
Expected Duration of Assignment : | 4 months |
Background |
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The International Knowledge Network of Women in Politics (iKNOW Politics www.iknowpolitics.org) is a joint project between UNDP, UNWOMEN, IDEA, IPU and NDI. The network is designed to increase the number and effectiveness of women in political life by utilizing a technology enabled forum to provide access to resources, expertise and dialogue - ultimately contributing to knowledge creation on women’s political participation.
iKNOW Politics brings together women involved in politics around the world to share experiences, access valuable resources and advisory services, , participate in training and capacity building programs, network and collaborate on issues of interest. Network members also have access to a cadre of experts and practitioners that can advise candidates and elected officials on how to develop and implement successful campaign and lobbying strategies or other issues with the goal of getting more women involved in politics. The network also facilitates direct contact between women leaders to share relevant experiences, challenges and success stories with one another. Additionally, the network provides an opportunity to the users to stay abreast of global events and news related to women’s political participation globally and regionally.
The International Knowledge Network of Women in Politics is looking for an intern to analyze and optimize the network’s social media platforms and community management. The ideal candidate for this position will be personally engaged in the social mediums and can use the platforms to engage with existing and draw potential iKNOW Politics users.
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Duties and Responsibilities |
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The tasks are therefore as follows:
Marketing/Social Media
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Competencies |
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The successful candidate will be required to:
Financial Arrangements: UNDP does not pay for internships. The costs associated with the internship must be borne by the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, accommodation etc. Further Career Opportunities: The purpose of internships is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern's studies. However, a number of interns, having completed their studies and met the necessary requirements, have gone on to further assignments within UNDP and the United Nations system. Application procedure: Qualified candidates are requested to apply by sending their Curriculum Vitae together with a Cover Letter. |
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