Intern, Staff Wellbeing
Support OCHA with research, analysis, and documentation for humanitarian action.
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Overview
Support OCHA with research, analysis, and documentation for humanitarian action.
You have:
- Must be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme or final academic year of a first university degree programme.
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
- Knowledge of French is 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, hybrid
Expected duration
April - September 2024
Duties and Responsibilities
In general, the intern will support OCHA in fulfilling its mission to coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors, advocate the rights of people in need, promote preparedness and prevention, and facilitate sustainable solutions. Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background, and responsibilities may include but are not limited to supporting the 2 Staff Welfare Officers / Staff Counsellors in research, analysis and presentation of information gathered from diverse sources on assigned topics / issues; contributing to the preparation of various written documents, e.g. assisting in the drafting of sections of studies, background papers, psychological risk assessments, presentations, etc.; developing and maintaining reference / resource information on specific topics; contributing to inputs of various inquiries and information requests internally and externally; assisting in the organization of meetings and workshops with other agencies and partners to facilitate exchanges of professional expertise and views on related subjects / issues, serving as reporter to such events; and performing tasks as requested by the supervisor as appropriate.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants to the UN Internship Programme must 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 level or equivalent). 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. Applicants must 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 level or equivalent). 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.
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 French is 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 time when you had to conduct research. What steps did you take? | We want to assess your research skills and methodology. | Detail the research process, from identifying sources to presenting findings. |
| Can you give an example of a written document you prepared? | We are interested in your writing skills and ability to communicate effectively. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you handle organizing a meeting with diverse stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What interests you about humanitarian action? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when faced with tight deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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