INTERN - Diversity and Inclusion

Internship

Overview

Support UNRCO's diversity and inclusion initiatives in Congo

You have:

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme or the final academic year of a first university degree program or have graduated with a degree.
• Computer literacy in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).
• Demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Ability to interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
• Fluency in oral and written English and French; knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.
• Good knowledge of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work with minimal supervision.

Contract

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Org. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Resident Coordinator’s Office supports the work of the Resident Coordinator who leads the UN country team in consultation with the Government to define and agree on the UN strategic response to the Government’s development priorities. This post is in the United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (UNRCO) in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo.

In Congo, one of the main concerns of the UN is to strengthen human capital, including access to basic and social services, such as information and integrated sexual health services for adolescents and young people living with disabilities and special needs. This includes access to education for children and students in institutes for the deaf and blind, indigenous women, in short, marginalised and vulnerable people. This focus on people living with HIV (PLHIV) is articulated in the Congo's strategic planning framework - UNDAF/Cooperation Framework 2020-2024, which is aligned with the inclusion of PLHIV in the Government of Congo's National Development Plan.

Under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator, the Resident Coordination Office is dedicated to coordinating the efforts of the UN country team in the implementation of the Cooperation Framework. The RCO team supports the Resident Coordinator through the following key coordination functions: -Analysis and strategic planning to accelerate progress towards the SDGs in Congo and ensure the implementation of the UNDAF/UNSDCF. -Oversight of the strategic planning and programming cycle of UN development assistance at country level UNDAF/UNSDCF. -Representation and support of the UN Secretariat and resident and non-resident UN agencies. -Support to national coordination systems, and the process of coordinating the wider development community's efforts to support the SDGs in Congo. -Facilitation of sustainable integrated financing strategies and partnership for the SDGs. -Development and management of common operational support services. - Coordination of humanitarian responses and support to peace and conflict prevention. - Communication and awareness-raising on international norms and standards, support to governments' efforts and objectives to integrate human rights into national development policies and contribute to equality and end discrimination.

The UNRCO, Diversity and Inclusion internship is for three (3) months.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.

Interns work five days per week under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the supervision of the Head of the Resident Coordinator's Office, the Diversity and Inclusion Intern will: - Support the management and development of relationships between the UNRCO and its partners to ensure that inclusion and diversity aspects are taken into account (Donors, NGOs, Press and UNS). - Work closely with the Human Right Advisor to plan and monitor all activities related to human right and LNOB. - Support the UN inter-agencies working group PSEA/LNOB/Gender. - Contribute technically to the development of programmes and activities in the field of human rights, diversity and inclusion within the framework of the UNDAF/UNSDCF. - Contribute to the analysis of the situation of vulnerable groups (including women, children, indigenous people, people living with disabilities, etc.) and how to integrate them into the programmes/projects that flow from the UNDAF/UNSDCF. - Develop advocacy, information and communication tools on diversity and inclusion. - Support human rights promotion activities, disseminate human rights materials to governmental and non-governmental partners. - Assist national authorities in their efforts to implement and follow up on the recommendations of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR). - Contribute to the mainstreaming of gender, the principle of "leaving no one behind" and specific women's/girls' rights issues in all UN activities. - Contribute to the integration of human rights in UN strategic documents, national development plans and in the work of the UN Country Team and working groups, especially in relation to the Sustainable Development Goals. - Carry out any other related tasks that may be assigned by the Head of Office and the Human Rights Adviser.

Expected results: - Articles on topics within the scope of UNDAF/UNSDCF and its interventions in Congo are available in collaboration with the different programmes. - UNRCO activities related to the UNDAF/UNSDCF in the field prepared with a focus on diversity and inclusion of vulnerable people - Activities related to human rights, diversity and inclusion are organised. - Support to the government, the National Human Rights Commission and civil society organisations on human rights, diversity and inclusion is strengthened.

Competencies Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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.

Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Education Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent). c. Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent.

Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office).

Have demonstrated a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Preferred skills: - Good knowledge of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its guiding principles, namely the human rights-based approach, gender equality and the principle of 'Leave no One Behind'. - Good written and oral communication skills in clear and concise language. - Good knowledge of information gathering techniques from multiple sources. - Ability to meet tight deadlines. - Ability to work with minimal supervision. - Ability to work with minimal supervision. - Perfect command of the internet and in the management of network platforms.

Skills and values: - Integrity, accountability, commitment to UNDP's mandate; Team spirit, knowledge sharing, continuous learning. - Team spirit, knowledge sharing, continuous learning. - Ability to adapt to change. - Open-mindedness and appreciation of diversity.

Preferred areas of study: Law, Gender studies, Political Science or any other related field of study.

Work Experience No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Theoretical or practical knowledge in human rights, the UN system and the 2030 Agenda is required.

Knowledge of the necessary tools to work on human rights issues is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English and French is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Assessment Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice Your application for this internship must include: 1. A completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include:

- Title of the degree you are currently pursuing - Graduation Date - IT skills and programmes you are proficient in - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship

Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).

2. Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).

3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

The intern must be of Congolese nationality and available to work full time.

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to applicants with disabilities upon request, to support their participation in the recruitment process.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.

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