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Internship

Overview

Participate in research and administrative tasks at UNEP/UNSCEAR.

You have:

• Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate or final year of a university degree.
• Proficient in standard software applications; knowledge of graphics and referencing software is an asset.
• Fluency in oral and written English is required; knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
• Demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Ability to interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds; willingness to understand and tolerate differing opinions.

Contract

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Org. Setting and Reporting The internship vacancies for up to a maximum six positions (each of maximum of six months) are located in Vienna, Austria at the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)/United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR). UNSCEAR was established in 1955 by the General Assembly in response to widespread concerns about the effects of ionizing radiation on human health and the environment. The Scientific Committee assesses global and regional levels of radiation exposure and its health and environmental effects. The secretariat, based in Vienna, is provided under arrangements by UNEP. The secretariat collates scientific data from Member States and other international organizations and engages specialists to analyze information, study relevant scientific literature and produce scientific reviews for scrutiny at the Committee’s annual sessions. Following approval by the Scientific Committee, substantive assessments are reported to the General Assembly and published by the United Nations for the wider benefit of the scientific community and the general public. Governments and organizations throughout the world rely on the Committee's estimates as the scientific basis for evaluating radiation risk and for establishing protective measures The interns will be reporting to the Senior Scientific Officer under the overall management of the Secretary of the Committee at the UNSCEAR secretariat. They will engage in and work with renown scientists and learn about the United Nations and UNSCEAR’s work. For more information on UNEP/UNSCEAR, please visit the following website: http://www.unscear.org. The positions are for three to six months starting in October 2023. The internship is UNPAID. The working arrangements give priority to safety and work life balance (e.g. teleworking during UNEP Next Normal)). Therefore, the candidates are expected to have personal computers to work from home, if required.

The Internship is for 6 months and UNPAID. Interns work five days per week (40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

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.

Responsibilities Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are not limited to: - Assisting in the preparation of scientific documents for the annual UNSCEAR session; - Assisting with the research, literature review and compilation of statistical data; - Assisting with the preparation of scientific presentation material; - Providing administrative and technical support to meetings of experts and the 71st annual session (20-24 May 2024); - Providing ad hoc support with administrative tasks and gaining insight in UN procedures and administrative processes; - Assisting with the maintenance of the UNSCEAR website, library, social media, outreach activities and other online tools.

Competencies Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively in English; 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 audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relation in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; and shows willingness to learn new technology. 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.

Education To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: - Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, higher); or (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). (OFFICIAL PROOF FROM THE UNIVERSITY IN SUPPORT OF ONE OF THE ABOVE OPTIONS HAS TO BE ATTACHED TO THE INSPIRA APPLICATION). The fields of study which qualify for this Job Opening are as follows: natural sciences, information or library, environmental or medical science or law, administration or management. - Be fully proficient in standard software applications; knowledge of graphics and referencing software is an asset; - Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and - Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

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.

It is desirable that your field of study is closely related to the type of internship you are applying for – research and analysis of scientific data and information.

Experience in conducting basic bibliographic search is desirable.

Experience with processing data and relevant software tools is desirable.

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

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

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

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).

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

“In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship".

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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