Junior Project Officer (Programme and Agenda) - Unpaid Internship - WSIS Forum 2027

The Junior Project Officer internship supports the building of an engaging WSIS Forum 2027 programme by gathering stakeholder inputs, analyzing submissions, liaising with participants, preparing session materials, conducting research on digital trends, and assisting in communication and post-forum follow-up activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the WSIS Forum 2027 Open Consultation Process (OCP), helping gather and organize stakeholder inputs that shape the Forum programme.
• Review and analyse OCP submissions and proposals to identify relevant themes, speakers and sessions across the WSIS Action Lines, taking into account emerging digital trends and development priorities.
• Liaise with stakeholders and participants and follow up on programme-related information to support effective coordination and preparation.
• Contribute to the preparation of concept notes, session outlines, speaker briefs and thematic summaries for Forum tracks and special sessions.
• Conduct research on emerging digital trends and priorities, including artificial intelligence, digital inclusion and the impact of digital technologies on women and girls, and contribute to the development of thematic tracks and special sessions for the Forum.
• Assist in drafting speeches, talking points, key messages and briefing materials for speakers and high-level participants, ensuring alignment with WSIS priorities and the objectives of the relevant sessions.
• Prepare and format programme documents, summaries, briefs and other materials, ensuring that information is clear, accurate and accessible.
• Support the development of visual and digital communication materials, including charts, infographics, data visualizations and online content for websites and social media platforms.
• Contribute to post-Forum follow-up, including the preparation of outcome summaries and publications capturing key discussions, emerging trends and recommendations

Requirements

• University degree in telecommunications, development studies, international relations, business administration, communications, public relations, economics or a related field.
• No experience required.
• Excellent knowledge of English for conducting research and producing documents (drafting and editing).
• Knowledge of a second ITU official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) would be an advantage.
• Good knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications, with proficiency in Excel.
• Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment.
• 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.

Skills

• Research
• Document Drafting
• Content Editing
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Excel
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Session Preparation
• Digital Trends Analysis
• Multicultural Environment Experience
• Communication Support

Languages

English