VANUATU: COMMUNICATIONS INTERN FOR VANUATU OFFICE (PORT VILA)

INTRODUCTION TO GGGI

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) is a treaty-based international, inter-governmental organization dedicated to supporting and promoting strong, inclusive and sustainable economic growth in developing countries and emerging economies. To learn more please visit about GGGI web page. 

Vanuatu became a member of GGGI in 2014 and GGGI began its operations in Vanuatu in 2015. GGGI’s first projects in Vanuatu in 2015 and 2016 focused on support to the Government to update the National Energy Roadmap 2016-2030, develop the National Green Energy Fund, and plan for implementing its green energy transition. Currently GGGI Vanuatu is implementing a three-year project (03-26-2024 to 02-26-2027) “Enhancing Adaptation Actions through the National Adaptation Plan” (NAP Project).

The Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) in Vanuatu focuses on projects related to climate resilience, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and green finance. Key projects include the Vanuatu Low Emission Development Strategy, supporting the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) for climate resilience, and the Green Climate Fund (GCF) readiness programs. These initiatives aim to enhance the country’s capacity to implement green growth strategies, improve energy access through renewable solutions, and promote sustainable land use practices.

For more details, visit: https://gggi.org/country/vanuatu/

The GGGI’s Internship Program provides a unique learning opportunity for students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds. The program is designed for talented and motivated individuals skilled in areas relevant to GGGI’s operations. The program allows selected candidates to gain insight into the work of the Institute and provides assistance and training in various professional fields in a multicultural environment. We encourage qualified women and men, in particular, nationals of developing countries, with diverse professional, academic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

INTERNSHIP OBJECTIVE

The internship position will be with the GGGI Vanuatu office in Port Vila, within the Ministry of Climate Change. The intern will work closely with the GGGI Vanuatu office members, Communications and Knowledge Sharing Officer (Communications officer) in Fiji, regional office, and a firm to be hired for ‘Communication and Engagement Consultancy Services’ (Communications firm) which will be working on developing and implementing communications, engagement strategies and capacity building as well as project visibility and strategic communication for the NAP Project.

Under the direct supervision of the GGGI Vanuatu office Deputy Country Representative (DCR), Project Manager and Communications Officer in Fiji, s/he will support the implementation of the Communication and Engagement Plan, covering visibility and outreach activities under the NAP Project (mainly) and support communications tasks for other country projects. S/he will also help monitor and track relevant communication channels and create communication products, closely liaising with the Communications Firm and Regional Communications Officer.

SCOPE OF WORK

A) NAP Project Implementation

• Support implementation of the Communications, Engagement Strategy and Action Plan.
• Support regional communications officer in content development for press releases, newsletters, and/or web and social- media posts (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook etc.).
• Provide support and guidance to the communications firm in compliance with the GGGI communications rules and guidelines when producing communications materials / publications.
• Check if the layout/design of the produced communications materials / publications in line with the GGGI internal,  GCF rules and guidelines and donor requirements.
• Develop a tracking document of all publications about and by GGGI Vanuatu and regularly consolidate / update the list.
• Assist in producing, obtaining, editing and managing high-quality photos and video clips and in obtaining and registering consent of all people who are depicted in videos and photos for GGGI.
• Support the communications firm in engagement with stakeholders by regularly consolidating and updating the list of project stakeholders, in consultation with the Project Manager and communications firm.
• Assist in organizing major advocacy, meetings, and events with the key stakeholders.
• Liaise with the Communications focal point and prepare monthly updates on knowledge products and press releases to HQ comms teams and the regional office.
• Under guidance and supervision of the Communications officer assist / support timely updating project website ‘GGKP’.
• Overall coordination and close communication between GGGI HQ / regional office comms team and the communications firm

B) General Communications and Support for other projects

• Same as above.
• Other ad hoc tasks requested by the country office or projects in consultation with the DCR and PMs.

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants to the GGGI internship program must at the time of application one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a Bachelor’s (final year), Master’s or PhD program prior to internship assignment, or a recent graduate within the last 12 months.
• Be engaged or recently engaged in academic study in a field directly related to the Institute’s work, such as Communication, Journalism, Public Relations, ICT, International Development, or other related fields.
• Graphic design skills and experience with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and others.
• Computer literacy in standard office software applications.
• Possess an excellent command of English, Bislama and French.
• Master’s or PhD program will be an advantage.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Duration: The internship program is for at least three months and up to six months. Once selected, interns must begin their internship either before or within 12 months of graduation.

Stipend: GGGI interns receive a monthly stipend of USD $500 per month (unless agreed to be funded by sponsoring institutions). All costs related to travel, insurance, accommodation, and living expenses must be borne by either the interns themselves or sponsoring institutions. 

Visa: GGGI will provide a supporting letter for visa. Interns will be responsible for obtaining and financing the necessary visas. 

Travel: Intern will arrange and finance their travel to the internship location. 

Medical Insurance: Interns must present proof of valid medical insurance to GGGI upon returning the signed internship contract.

Confidentiality: Interns must keep confidential any unpublished information obtained during the internship and may not publish any documents based on such information. 

Academic Credit: Interns may get academic credit from their institution of higher education for the internship. Interns need to check with their university to confirm their academic credit policy for internships. 

Working Hours: interns are expected to work during normal working hours. Leave should be pre-approved by the Intern Manager, and the latter should inform the Office of HR accordingly.

Learning Outcomes: before completion of the internship, Intern Managers are expected to review the learning outcomes with the intern.

Certificate: provided upon successful completion of the internship, upon request.