Office of the Executive Director Internship Green Climate Fund Experience: 3 to 5 Years Incheon, South Korea Apply By: 01-01-2025

This internship offers an opportunity for post-graduate students or recent graduates to gain hands-on experience at the highest levels of global climate finance. Under the supervision and mentorship of the Senior Communications Advisor to the Executive Director, the Intern will perform the following tasks:

Responsibilities:

Executive Communications and Thought Leadership:

• Draft and edit speeches, talking points, social media posts, op-eds, forewords, presentations, correspondence, and internal communications for the Executive Director.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging trends in climate finance to inform and enhance strategic messaging and positioning.
• Assist in identifying and executing on ideas to position the GCF as a global thought leader in climate finance.
• Assist in the preparation of high-quality communications materials that amplify the Executive Director’s priorities and vision.

Project Management:

• Plan, track, and support the delivery of cross-divisional projects and initiatives, often led by OED
• Provide logistical and administrative support for the Executive Director’s formal engagements, including official visits and travel
• Support the preparation of briefing packages and ensure alignment with mission objectives.

Other Duties:

• Contribute to ad hoc projects and assignments as needed to support OED priorities.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education:

• Enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master’s or PhD program in International Relations, Communications, Climate Policy, Business Administration, or a related field.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong writing and editing skills with experience in professional or academic communications.
• Familiarity with climate change, sustainable development, or multilateral organizations is a strong asset.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in standard software applications: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Experience with social media and digital communication platforms is an advantage.

Languages:

• Native or nearly native-level English language skills are essential.
• Knowledge of another United Nations language, particularly French, Spanish, or Portuguese, is an advantage.

Source: https://jobs.greenclimate.fund/job/Incheon,-South-Korea-(ICN)-Office-of-the-Executive-Director-Intern/1154121301/