Human Resources Intern

Contract

This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.

Work Location

Remote, in-person (Amman), or hybrid

Expected duration

3 - 11 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Interns may be assigned matters including but not limited to: • Conduct data analysis in qualitative and quantitative ways. • Participate in strategic communication brainstorming, develop meeting minutes, and attend other special events (workshops, trainings, and seminars). • Apply advanced technologies to implement innovative solutions. • Ensure the intranet site serves as an effective communication platform Policy support: - analyze and review policy and legal documents and summarize essential issues regarding policy development. - create research papers addressing legal issues. - provide insights aligning with UN best practices. - prepare visually engaging reports, presenting complex information in a clear and accessible format. On completion of the internship, the candidate will have gained: • Excellent knowledge of UNRWA, its mandate, structure, and operation mode. • Valuable experience in human resources management under a multicultural context, with a particular focus on policy and legal research. • A deeper understanding of humanitarian assistance, especially in the conflict context. • Writing skills for literature review and communication skills. • Capacities for multitasking and prioritizing.

Qualifications/special skills

Education: Applicants to UNRWA’s internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: • be enrolled in an accredited first-level, higher education programme (Bachelor or equivalent); • be enrolled in an accredited graduate school programme (Master or higher or equivalent); or • have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation. Work Experience: • Applicants are not required to have professional work experience, although prior work experience in policy and law will be an advantage. Excellent IT skills are required. Desirable Qualifications: • Specialization in Human Resources Management. • Experience in policy, legal, or project management matters. • Advanced IT Skills – focusing on data analysis and visualization, software applications (e.g., Power BI), organizational networks, or cloud computing. • Strong organizational skills. • Excellent communication skills (different types of texts, comms channels, and audiences). • Creative thinking and growth attitude. • Knowledge of Arabic is an asset.

Languages

Excellent command of spoken and written English.

Additional Information

Competencies: UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. • Learning and researching: Commits to continuous learning. Keep abreast of new developments in own occupation. Embraces knowledge from diverse areas. Actively conducts research to integrate and organize information. Performs critical thinking and analyzing. • Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box". Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches. • Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology. Application process: The motivation statement must include: • Name of accredited university for both undergraduate degree obtained and the degree in progress, recent graduates are also welcome; • IT skills and programs that you are proficient in; • Explain your interest in UNRWA and why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process.

Intern Specific text

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.