Internship - Innovation and Business Engagement (Technology Unit)

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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The deadline to apply for this post is September 5, 2023.

WHO WE ARE

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), a highly prestigious, reputable & world’s largest humanitarian organization, operating in more than 120 countries and territories, bringing life-saving assistance in emergencies, building pathways to peace, stability and prosperity for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change and supporting sustainable and resilient livelihoods for a world with zero hunger.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger. WFP's mission is to help the world reach Zero Hunger. Every day, WFP works to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, especially women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. The intern will work in the Regional Bureau of World Food Programme located in Panama. Internships with WFP provide an opportunity for the students to gain experience of the United Nations and more particularly of the World Food Programme. It also provides an opportunity for students to gain valuable experience working in an international professional environment and provides exposure to a truly global humanitarian organisation.

ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Working in the Technology Division, under the direct supervision of the Regional Business Transformation Officer for innovation, he/she will support the following functions:

1. Assisting in researching and analysing innovative business ideas and trends to identify potential opportunities for the unit's projects.

2. Supporting the development and execution of innovation projects, including conducting market research, preparing project documentation, and tracking project milestones.

3. Collaborating with the team to organize and participate in innovation workshops, brainstorming sessions, and stakeholder meetings.

4. Helping prepare business proposals, presentations, and marketing materials for various projects.

5. Assist with data analysis and generating reports to evaluate project performance and identify areas for improvement.

6. Contributing to creating and maintaining databases and communication channels for projectrelated information and updates.

7. Supporting the team in organising events, webinars, and conferences related to innovation and business support.

8. Assisting with administrative tasks, such as managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and preparing meeting minutes.

9. Perform other tasks as needed.

DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT

As the Innovation and Business Engagement Intern, you will be under the overall supervision of the Head of the Technology Unit. You will be expected to learn from the ongoing Innovation projects and activities carried out by the TEC areas in the Regional Bureau for Latin America and the Caribbean (RBP), and apply the knowledge supporting the referred unit with general tasks.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education: You must be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree programme from a recognized university in one of the following areas: Innovation, Business Administration, Computer Science or Engineering, and other Information Systems or Technology related areas.

Experience: The intern must have attended courses in the last 12 months and have completed at least two years undergraduate studies. Recently graduates (6 months after graduation). Previous work experience or internships will be a plus.

Languages: Fluency in English and Spanish (oral and written communication)

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Professionalism: Ability to undertake coordination of specific activities, interpret/analyse a wide variety of data, and identify/resolve data/information discrepancies.
• Planning and Organizing: Ability to handle work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Commitment to continuous learning: Initiative and willingness to keep abreast of new trends in international development and public information fields.
• Technological Awareness: Proficiency in various MS Office and in the Adobe package: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Premiere.
• Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multi-cultural, multiethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Communication: Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please create a personal account and fill out the profile form with your personal information at http://www1.wfp.org/careers/job-openings.

In the application form, ensure filling the mandatory sections, attaching your CV, answering the pre-screening questions and agreeing on the legal statement before submitting your application. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis on account of potential and performance. All applicants will undergo a rigorous process which includes a panel interview.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Number of openings: 1

Duration: 8 months

Duty Station: Panama city, Panama

Type of contract: Intern

The Intern will receive a monthly stipend from WFP which is the equivalent of 14% of the daily subsistence allowance prevailing in Panama City for each day worked, but no to exceed US$ 966 per month.

The internship is normally on a full-time basis in accordance with the working schedule of the WFP office.

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All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.