Fully funded UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program 2025 in Switzerland
The UNIDIR Graduate Professional Program offers international students an opportunity to gain practical experience in strategic communications, including content creation, digital marketing, and strategic storytelling, within a prestigious global organization.
- 🌐 About UNIDIR: Autonomous UN institute in Geneva focusing on disarmament and security; promotes knowledge, dialogue, and practical solutions for global security.
- 🎯 Role: Graduate Professional in Strategic Communications supporting internal and external messaging, digital marketing, content creation, and event coordination.
- 📝 Key Responsibilities: Maintain editorial calendar, update website, design email campaigns/newsletters, copyedit materials, assist events (photography, videography, logistics), and perform other communication tasks.
- 💻 Skills Required: Content creation (web, social media, email), multimedia design (Canva, Photoshop), web management (WordPress, Google Analytics), project management (Trello), Microsoft Office proficiency, attention to detail, multitasking.
- 🤝 Core Competencies: Communication, teamwork, planning/organization, creativity, client orientation, professionalism, integrity, respect for diversity.
- 🎓 Education: University degree required; preference for postgraduate degrees in communications, PR, marketing, international relations, or related fields.
- 💼 Experience: Prior communication experience is a plus; interest in UN ideals and ability to interact across cultures are important.
- 🗣 Languages: Fluency in English required; knowledge of French or other UN languages is desirable.
- 📄 Application Requirements: Cover letter, Inspira Personal History Form, brief answers to screening questions, earliest start date, and optional work samples in a single PDF (titled SURNAME_Name_PHP).
- ⏰ Deadline: 2 November 2025, midnight Geneva time.
- ⚠️ Additional Notes: Valid medical insurance and medical certificate required; stipend adjustments for those already funded elsewhere; only shortlisted candidates contacted.
Designation
Graduate Professional
Research Area
Strategic Communications
Location
Geneva, Switzerland
Eligibility/Qualification
- Open to all nationalities
- A university degree is required: candidates must begin the program within a year of graduation
- Preferred fields of study: International Relations, Marketing, Public Relations, or Communication
- Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Skills in digital content creation for social media, email, and web, including multimedia design (Canva, Photoshop)
- Strong project management abilities (Trello, Google Analytics, WordPress)
- Attention to detail with an understanding of conflicting goals
Job Description
- Assist with internal and external communication initiatives
- Monitor UNIDIR’s editorial schedule and communication plan
- Organize updates to the website (news, publications, events)
- Create and manage email campaigns (invitations, newsletters)
- Ensure materials are copy-edited in line with brand voice
- Assist with media (photography, videography) and logistical aspects of event planning
How to Apply
Applicants should submit their application as a single PDF file named SURNAME_Name_GPP to unidir.recruitment@un.org with the subject line “UNIDIR GPP Application”.
Last Date to Apply
2 November 2025
This program includes a stipend of USD 1,331 per month to assist with living expenses in Geneva. Note that travel, housing, and visa fees are not covered.