Intern - Partnership Support
Assist in events preparation and coordination efforts for partnership building.
Overview
Assist in events preparation and coordination efforts for partnership building.
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) or be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).
- Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Teams.
- Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts is desirable.
- Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable.
- Fluency in English and Indonesian is required.
- Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
JAKARTA
Expected duration
4 month
Duties and Responsibilities
In Indonesia, the United Nations (UN) has a long-standing partnership with the government, private sector, civil society, and youth to advance progress toward advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). At the core of the UN in Indonesia's work is the United Nations Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF)—the key strategic document guiding collaboration between the UN, the host government, and other partners. The Cooperation Framework outlines shared priorities and responsibilities, ensuring that the UN’s support complements national development plans and global goals. The United Nations Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) acts as the central hub for various UN agencies, funds, and programs within the country. Led by the Resident Coordinator (RC), the highest-ranking UN official in the country, the RCO ensures that the UN's efforts are aligned with national priorities and the SDGs. The UNRCO has five core functions: 1. Strategic Planning 2. Economics 3. Partnerships and development finance 4. Data and results management and reporting, and 5. Communications and advocacy. The Partnership Support Intern will work closely with the Partnership Officer to assist in events preparation, organization, research, documentation, communication, and coordination activities that support the RCO’s partnership-building efforts in Indonesia. The intern will specifically contribute to the ongoing Disability Inclusion workplan, support partnership with UN Global Compact Network Indonesia (IGCN) for the Indonesia Sustainability Forum 2025, the meetings of the Indonesia UN Consultative Forum, the preparation of the Bappenas UN Forum and works related to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Specific tasks include: • Facilitating inter-agency coordination efforts and stakeholder engagement activities • Supporting conceptualization and drafting documents (e.g., Terms of References, concept notes, etc.) of partnership events, trainings, and workshops • Support on the preparation of briefs, minutes of meetings, and background notes on partnership-related topics • Actively participating in efforts to support the Disability Inclusion Workplan • Actively participating in efforts to support collaboration with IGCN • Attending on-site/online meetings and discussions with partners from wide-ranging agencies and fields • Conceptualizing and designing eye-catching presentations, infographics, and deliverables • Managing and updating partnership databases and contact lists • Support data collection, management and analysis, particularly related to IGCN progress tracking and research • The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work 5 days a week. (Full-time work must be more than 34 hours per week.)
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). 1. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. 2. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. 3. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Click or tap here to enter text.and MS Teams. 4. Ability to draft news articles and/or social media posts in desirable. 5. Ability to design surveys and polls is desirable.
Languages
Fluency in English and Indonesian is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
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
Can you describe your experience working in a collaborative environment? | This question evaluates your teamwork skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders. | Provide specific examples of how you contributed to team goals and fostered collaboration. |
What methods do you use to stay organized when managing multiple tasks? | The interviewer is assessing your organizational skills and time management. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
How would you approach drafting a formal document such as a Terms of Reference? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Can you give an example of how you have used data in your previous work or studies? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Describe a situation where you had to communicate complex information effectively. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
Have you ever had to design a presentation or infographic? What tools did you use? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
How do you ensure that your writing for social media resonates with your audience? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
What do you understand about Disability Inclusion, and why is it important? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |