Intern RCO Perú

Support UN activities in Peru, assist in organization and research.

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Application deadline 2 years ago: Saturday 1 Jun 2024 at 03:59 UTC

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Overview

Support UN activities in Peru, assist in organization and research.

You have:

  • Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent) or be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent).
  • Studies in the area of International Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Economy, or Sociology is desirable.
  • Fluency in Spanish is required.
  • Knowledge of English 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

Lima

Expected duration

6 MESES

Duties and Responsibilities

•Support the coordination of United Nations activities in Peru, including assistance in organizing meetings, workshops, and events. •Conduct research and analysis on key development issues in Peru, 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. Fluency in Spanish is required. Knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of another UNofficial language would be an asset.

Additional Information

Potential candiates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.

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 a time when you had to conduct research on a complex topic? This question assesses your research skills and ability to analyze complex information. Provide a specific example that illustrates your analytical thinking and research techniques.
How would you prioritize multiple tasks in a busy environment? The interviewer seeks to understand your organizational and time management skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: careers.un.org