INTERN - Organizational Development
Support OHCHR Strategic Planning, Programme Management, and Evaluation.
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Overview
Support OHCHR Strategic Planning, Programme Management, and Evaluation.
You have:
- Applicants must be enrolled in, or have completed, a second university degree, equivalent, or higher; or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree (bachelor's degree or equivalent).
- Field of study that is closely related to the internship type is an advantage. Studies related to Data Analytics/Science, Risk Management, International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies and/or Human Rights issues.
- Excellent drafting ability in English.
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Additional language competencies, especially French and/or Spanish, highly desirable.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Geneva (on-site) or remote
Expected duration
3 months (initially) to be extended for additional 3 months based on performance.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Organizational Development Intern will undertake a variety of tasks to support OHCHR Strategic Planning, Programme Management, Evaluation and Change Service (SPECS) Functions, in particular concerning organizational transformation. Under the direction and supervision of the Senior Programme Management Officer, the intern shall undertake the following tasks: - Researches, compiles and organizes information and reference materials from various sources, specifically research related to the role of Foresight in Programme impact achievement. - Identifies and analyses political, geographical, and thematic global trends as they relate to human rights. - Contributes to the coordination and development global foresight scans and scenario building tools, including through use of AI, for human rights. - Supports the development of communication materials, such as reports, presentations, and concept notes, infographics and videos concerning relevant initiatives. - Provides support with secretarial, administrative and logistics support to meetings, boards, committees, conferences, etc. - Other tasks as directed by the Senior Programme Management Officer.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a second university degree, equivalent, or higher; (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree (bachelor's degree or equivalent). Applicants are not required to have previous work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is an advantage. Studies related to Data Analytics/Science, Risk Management, International Relations, Political Science, Security Studies and/or Human Rights issues. Excellent drafting ability in English. Please describe how you meet this criterion.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Additional language competencies, especially French and/or Spanish, highly desirable.
Additional Information
Not available.
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.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a situation where you had to research complex information. How did you go about it? | This question assesses your research skills and ability to handle complex topics. | Share a specific example, focusing on your approach and the outcome. |
| How would you analyze political or geographical trends related to human rights? | The interviewer wants to gauge your analytical skills in the context of human rights. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of a time you contributed to a group project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How comfortable are you with drafting reports and presentation materials? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you understand by 'foresight' in the context of program management? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to coordinate meetings or events effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Why do you want to pursue an internship related to organizational development? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach learning a new language or improving your language skills? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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