Intern - Track B: Management & Strategic Planning

Contract

This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.

Work Location

Hybrid

Expected duration

Feb-Apr 2024

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the Supervision of RCO Data and Results Management Officer, the intern will:

• Support the RCO Data and Results Management Officer in terms of a) data entry and administration of UN INFO, b) convening of UNSDCF Outcome Groups and c) preparation of UNCT Annual Results Report 2023. • General support for RCO, including assistance in preparation of reports, conduct of research, preparation of correspondence and background briefs as required. • Support the organisation of various activities and events, such as meetings and workshops for RCO and UN-interagency groups. • Other tasks as required.

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background as well as the internship period. Remuneration: Internship is unpaid Duty station: Hybrid Length: 3 months Ideal start date: February 1, 2024.

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include:

1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

The Cover Note must include:

• Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
• Graduation Date
• IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
• Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship

Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).

2. Proof of enrolment from current University (if not graduated).

3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) or be a graduate with bachelor’s degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. d. Be computer literate in standard software applications. e. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. f. 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.

Preferred area of study:

Recent BA or Honours graduates or currently registered MA students majoring in either public administration, management, or business administration related field/s.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Armenian 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.