TERMS OF REFERENCE
This internship offers an opportunity to contribute to ITU’s work at the intersection of digital technologies, disaster risk reduction and emergency response, including its leadership of Pillar 3 Warning Dissemination and Communication of the EW4All initiative.
To support the effective delivery of these activities, ITU's Telecommunication Development Bureau (BDT) is is seeking an Emergency Telecommunications Intern. Working under the supervision of the Senior Programme Officer and the Senior Coordinator Early Warning Systems, and the overall guidance of Head of the Climate Change and Emergency Telecommunications (CET) Division and in close collaboration with the entire CET team, the Intern will:
1. Support BDT’s leadership of pillar 3 of the EW4All initiative, focusing on warning dissemination and communication. This involves supporting the team’s substantive and operational work; preparing content materials, presentations, briefing notes and reports; attending and providing support to meetings with internal and external stakeholders; drafting meeting minutes and tracking follow-up actions; engaging and coordinating with partners; maintaining databases, contact lists and activity records; and contributing to the planning and delivery of relevant activities and events.
2. Support ITU’s work on emergency telecommunications preparedness and response. This involves contributing to the development and implementation of National Emergency Telecommunication Plans (NETPs); supporting activities related to emergency connectivity, including connectivity for refugees and displaced populations; conducting research and analysis on relevant topics; preparing background materials, presentations and reports; documenting country experiences and good practices; and supporting coordination with governments, UN agencies, humanitarian organizations and private-sector partners.
3. Conduct research on ICTs for disaster risk reduction. Support the coordination of developing and maintaining a repository of case studies and subject matter experts to inform and connect stakeholders regarding new applications of emerging technology or novel uses of existing technology, enhancing the application of ICTs in the disaster risk management cycle.
4. Support meetings, workshops and events related to emergency telecommunications and disaster management. Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and other events related to using ICTs for disaster management, in close coordination and collaboration with partners.
COMPETENCIES
• Knowledge of emergency telecommunications, particularly early warning systems and the use of ICTs for disaster management involving national strategies.• Familiarity or willingness to learn how to use online applications and social media.• Ability to draft clear and concise documentation with good written and oral language skills.• Good interpersonal skills, willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues and ask questions to clarify work.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRED
Education: University degree (or completing an advanced University degree) in the areas of ICT, emergency telecommunications, regulation, or an equivalent level of education and specialization in a relevant field.
Experience: No work experience required.
Languages: Advanced level of English. Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an additional advantage.
REMUNERATION INFORMATION
Unpaid Internship
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that a non-remunerated internship at ITU does not carry the same conditions of employment as a short-term or fixed-term position. Medical insurance, travel, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.
ITU Internship Requirements
To be eligible for an internship at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), candidates must:• Be under 30 years of age (Exceptions may be considered for candidates pursuing a Ph.D.).• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate programme, or be a recent graduate(within six months prior to the start of the internship).• Be a citizen of a Member State of ITU.