Intern RCO Paraguay
Support coordination of UN activities in Paraguay
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Overview
Support coordination of UN activities in Paraguay
You have:
- Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme or first university degree programme.
- Studies in International Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Economy, or Sociology is desirable.
- Knowledge of English is required.
- Knowledge of Spanish is required.
- Knowledge of French is required.
- Knowledge of another UN official language would be an asset.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Asunción - Paraguay
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
Support the coordination of United Nations activities in Paraguay, including assistance in organizing meetings, workshops, and events. •Conduct research and analysis on key development issues in Paraguay, with a focus on topics relevant to the SDGs. •Assist in drafting reports, briefs, and other communication materials on UN initiatives and achievements. •Provide support in maintaining databases, filing systems, and other administrative tasks as needed. •Assist in liaising with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and other partners to facilitate collaboration an information exchange. •Participate in team meetings and other relevant activities of the RCO.
Qualifications/special skills
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. To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: (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). For this internship, studies in the area of International Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Economy or Sociology is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of Spanish is required. Knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of another UNofficial language would be an asset.
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 time when you conducted research on a development issue. | This question assesses your research skills and understanding of development topics. | Provide a specific example, explaining the topic, methods used, and your findings. |
| Can you give an example of how you handled administrative tasks in a previous role? | The interviewer wants to evaluate your organizational skills and attention to detail. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you contribute to a team meeting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies would you use to liaise with different stakeholders effectively? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain how your academic background prepares you for this internship. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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