INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS
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Org. Setting and Reporting The internships will be within the UNEP Economy Division, Energy & Climate Branch, Global Climate Actions Unit, NDC ACTION Project.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.
The overall objective of the UNEP Economy Division is to encourage decision-makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive. It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities.
Embedded within the Energy & Climate Branch’s Global Climate Actions Unit, the NDC ACTION Project supports ten partner countries in translating their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) into concrete sector strategies and actions ready for financing and implementation. In this context, the project aims at promoting the acceleration of public and private investment in sector specific NDC implementation. NDC ACTION is based on three core principles: country ownership, balanced focus on adaptation and mitigation, and integration of national development and climate change priorities.
Responsibilities Under the supervision, guidance and mentoring of the supervisor(s), the intern will contribute to the implementation of the NDC ACTION Project, by: - Supporting the development and revision of inputs for project communication and outreach (print/online formats), such as drafting articles for the project website, revising flyers and presentations, liaising with UNEP’s communication team(s) and regional offices, etc.; - Supporting the development of meeting minutes, presentations, etc.; - Supporting the organisation of project events and meetings, e.g., by sending out invitations to participants/speakers, developing agendas, and printing of materials; - Contributing to regular project donor reporting, upon request; - Other ad-hoc support as needed, such as research/analysis on a given topic.
Competencies Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
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.
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.
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.
Education- Bachelor’s degree in International Relations, Environmental Science, Development Studies, Economics, or other related area of study (preference may be given to master’s candidates); - Background and demonstrated keen interest in climate change mitigation/adaptation, environmental sustainability, international development, and/or communications; - Be computer literate in standard software applications (MS Teams, Outlook, etc.); - Experience living in/ working with developing countries (incl. through internships/volunteer service) is highly desirable.
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.
Languages English is one of the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in English is required for the Internship Programme. Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
NOTE: "Fluency equals a rating of "fluent" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and "Knowledge of" equals a rating of "confident" in two of the four areas.
Assessment Applicant must 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 programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above).
Special Notice 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.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship. In case of remote/home-based work, the applicant should be willing to adapt his/her work schedule to regular working hours in the Paris/Copenhagen time zone. The internship is unpaid and will be carried out on a full-time (or 80% part-time) basis, five days per week for a minimum of 4 months / maximum of 6 months.
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.
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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.
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