Multimedia Intern at World Food Programme (WFP)

JOB PURPOSE

As the Regional Bureau wants to intentionally improve the use of evidence, studies, evaluations, and knowledge to improve operational effectiveness and promote its thought leadership.

The Knowledge Cafes introduced at the beginning of 2021 have proven to be extremely successful in sharing information and knowledge within the region. There is an appetite to venue into other modes of communication to help thematic teams package knowledge and information in short, digestible segments that people can refer to on-demand.

Specifically, the KM team in collaboration with the Evaluation team are looking to hire a multi-media intern to support the design and production of podcasts and mini-clip videos to help share and promote key information and knowledge as well as be used as thought-leadership segments for external audiences. Multi-media expertise does not currently exist within the two teams nor within the regional bureau.

We are looking to fill the position of a Multimedia Intern in the Programme Cycle Unit.

We are seeking a young, dynamic individual who has an excellent understanding of how multi-media communications (podcasts, mini-clip videos, etc.) can positively impact information and knowledge dissemination and help to strategically position an organization in thought leadership and complex environments.

Standard Minimum Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in the university and have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies; currently enrolled in a graduate programme (Master's degree) from a recognized university; or have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate programme within the last 6 months, preferably in Information Science or Knowledge management or Journalism/Broadcasting or Communication/multi-media Studies. , or other related fields.
• Excellent knowledge of audio/visual recording, editing and publishing tools (Audacity, Garageband, Adobe audition, Logic Pro, Adobe After Effects, Animaker, Blender, Adobe Animate, etc.)
• Strong Microsoft Office and O365 skills e.g. MS Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint
• Fluent in English (both oral and written) is a must; knowledge of a second UN language, preferably French, would be an asset.

Desired Experiences For Entry Into The Role

• Good understanding of new and evolving technologies and digital platforms.
• Ability to edit documents and/or summarize content for various audiences.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to draw conclusions based on engagement trends
• Strong planning and inter-personal skills
• Experience creating animations
• Experience doing voice overs/narration on videos
• Good understanding of the principles of Knowledge Management
• Excellent ability to synthesize documents (reports, studies, evidence, etc.) to key points/learning important to share

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 1/2(not All-inclusive)

The intern, reporting to the Knowledge Management (KM) lead, is expected to:

• Design guidance and criteria for developing podcasts and mini-clip videos
• Draft guidance on how to create an effective and engaging podcast, including metrics of effectiveness/interest;
• Assess and provide guidance on how to structure podcast content, flow and delivery;
• Support RBN teams to create, edit, publish and save podcasts;
• Draft guidance on how to create effective and engaging mini-clip videos, including metrics of effectiveness/interest;
• Assess and provide guidance on how to structure mini-clip content, flow and delivery;
• Support RBN teams to create, edit, publish and save mini-clips

Collaboration

• Work closely with the regional graphic designer to ensure branding and design content follows WFP’s style guide
• Work closely with the Information Knowledge Management Focal Points (IKMFPs) in each team to determine content appropriate for effective podcasts and mini-clips
• Work closely with the Evaluation and KM teams on the development of effective content
• Monitoring impact:
• Produce monthly analytics on engagement with podcasts and mini-clips produced and survey users on the usefulness/impact of content to their work.

TRAINING & LEARNING COMPONENTS

• Knowledge Management fundamentals
• WFP Standard Training requirements
• Food Systems
• Nutrition
• Social Protection
• Food Quality & Safety
• Crisis Response & Management.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP depending on the duty station of assignment (i.e. Nairobi).
• WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
• WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
• The internship duration is 8 months, full-time

Closing Date: 2022-03-14