Internship - Programme Knowledge and Information Management - Global HQ, Programme Division (PRG) Rome

WFP; Roma; In loco; EUR 6700 - 8900; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

World Food Programme in Rome offers an internship with PRG, focusing on knowledge management, information platforms, and internal communications. You will help maintain the Programme Guidance Manual (PGM) Platform, contribute to webinar series, and develop intranet content to strengthen guidance dissemination.

Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program (or within six months of graduation) with strong English skills and a willingness to learn in a

Competenze

• Currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program, with at least two years completed, or a recent graduate (within six months).
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of another UN official language is an asset.

Mansioni

• Assist with maintenance and enhancement of the Programme Guidance Manual (PGM) Platform.

Conoscenze

Knowledge Management

Information Management

Content Management

Communication

Research

Data Analysis

Project Support

Meeting Coordination

Report Writing

Webinar Support

Formazione

Undergraduate/Graduate student or recent graduate

Descrizione del lavoro

Organizational context

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building a pathway to peace and prosperity. The Programme Division (PRG) provides strategic, normative, and technical guidance across various programmatic areas, supporting country offices in designing and implementing high-quality programmes to address food and nutritional needs globally.

Job purpose

The Programme Knowledge and Information Management Intern will support the Programme Division (PRG) in managing and enhancing its knowledge platforms and communication activities. This role involves assisting with the maintenance of the Programme Guidance Manual (PGM) Platform, ensuring content is accurate, well-formatted, and accessible. The intern will also contribute to communication efforts, including supporting the PRG webinar series, developing intranet content, and assisting with internal communications. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in knowledge management, information dissemination, and programme support within a leading global humanitarian organization, contributing to the effective delivery of WFP's mission.

Responsibilities

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the largest humanitarian organization globally, dedicated to saving lives during emergencies and utilizing food assistance to foster peace, stability, and prosperity for individuals recovering from conflict, disasters, and climate change impacts. WFP champions diversity and equal employment opportunities, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background. The organization is committed to personal and professional development, offering a multicultural and inclusive work environment with opportunities for training, coaching, and career advancement across its global offices. A career at WFP provides the chance to work with passionate colleagues on impactful humanitarian efforts, ensuring effective assistance reaches millions worldwide. The Programme Division, where this internship is based, provides strategic, normative, and technical guidance for WFP's programmatic and thematic areas. It supports country offices in analyzing, designing, implementing, and monitoring high-quality programs addressing food and nutritional needs, from emergency response to long-term solutions. The division oversees corporate efforts in nutrition and food security analysis and leads strategic direction in areas like emergency preparedness, climate resilience, social protection, and school-based programs.

Education

Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at a recognized university, having completed at least two years of their undergraduate studies, or be a recent graduate (within six months). Proficiency in English is required, with knowledge of another UN official language being an asset. Candidates must have attended classes in their last 12 months of enrollment.

Work experience

This role is an internship. Applicants must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (completed at least two years) or a graduate program, or be a recent graduate (within six months). Excellent written and spoken English is required. Proficiency in another official UN language is an asset.

Skills

Knowledge Management, Information Management, Content Management, Communication, Research, Data Analysis, Project Support, Meeting Coordination, Report Writing, Webinar Support

Required languages

English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, Portuguese

Desired languages

English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Russian, Portuguese