INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS

Contract

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Self-Assessment Questionnaire - Is your field of study closely related to the type of internship you are applying for? - Do you have experience in data processing and analysis? - Do you have experience in processing statistics in Excel? - Are you willing to undertake the internship remotely (in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic) and are you able to cover the cost related to remote workplace, including necessary hardware and software (computer, printer, Internet access, compatible word- and data-processing software, etc.) and other equipment that may be required for you to perform the tasks described above?

Org. Setting and Reporting The intern will be assigned to the Electoral Assistance Division (EAD), in the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA), at the United Nations Headquarters. EAD supports the United Nations system-wide Focal Point for Electoral Assistance, the Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, in this role. EAD exercises key functions to ensure coordination, coherence and consistency with a broad array of UN entities working to provide United Nations electoral assistance in the field. The Division reviews Member States requests for electoral assistance; develops and disseminates UN electoral policy and maintains UN electoral institutional memory; develops and maintains a roster of international electoral experts; provides support to UN electoral components in peacekeeping and special political missions and electoral projects in UN Country Team settings; and maintains strategic partnerships with relevant regional and other intergovernmental organizations. This internship is for an initial period of two months and may be extended up to six months based on the needs and requirements of the Division. The internship is unpaid and full-time. Interns work under the supervision of an EAD staff member. Applicants must state in their Cover Note why they are interested in an internship in the Electoral Assistance Division.

Responsibilities Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the nature of specific projects, and the internship duration. Duties may include, but are not limited to: - Assist in drafting and preparing official documents and correspondence - background papers, talking points, briefing materials, speeches; - Attend and take notes during trainings, conferences and meetings; - Assist with preparations and logistics for trainings, conferences and meetings; - Assist with inter-active presentations; - Conduct research; - Conduct media analysis; - Research and compile statistics on various topics; - Assist with EAD institutional memory database; - Gather, analyse and update country specific information; - Perform other related duties as required.

Competencies Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Technological Awareness: Actively seeks to apply emerging technology across tasks; keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and opportunities of technology for the organization.

Education To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants at the time of application 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); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent); (c) Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation. 2. The field of study must be closely related to the type of internship you are applying for. 3. Proficient in standard word processing and software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint or similar; Be proficient in standard office automation equipment (scanner, printer, etc.). 4. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter. 5. 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.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional UN language is an asset. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.

Assessment Potential candidates will be contacted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice 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 the entirety of the internship. We recruit interns throughout the year for assignments of at least 2 months. In your cover note, please indicate when you would like to start your internship. Please note that start and end dates are flexible. A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include: - Title of degree you are currently pursuing - Expected graduation date (When will you be/are graduating/have graduated from the programme?) - List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in - Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship - Explain your interest in elections and electoral assistance. In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the 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.

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.

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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.