Internship Roster for Programme Units

Internship

Overview

Assist in research, analysis, and communication for programme units

You have:

• Currently enrolled in the final year of a bachelor's degree, master's degree, or graduated no longer than 1 year ago.
• Field of study must be in Development Studies, Public Policy, International Relations, Management, Sociology, Social Welfare, Politics, Environmental Studies, Graphic Design, Communication Studies or equivalent.
• Proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools is required.
• Proficiency in English is required; Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
• Interest and motivation in working in an international organization.
• Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research.
• Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

Contract

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Background

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and planet. Learn more at undp.org or follow at @UNDP.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:

1. Research and Analysis

• Provide support in research and analysis, and presents information gathered from diverse sources
• Provide support for knowledge sharing and training on gender sensitive programme related training
• Provide support in preparing research finding, insights and how to communicate them effectively.
• Provide support in the improvement of programme activities, promotion and advocacy by preparing activity logs/reports, lessons learned.

2. Communication

• Provide support in content development for website and social media, in close collaboration with Country Office’s Communication Unit.
• Provide support in transforming data and information on activities, lessons learned, best practices, and/or project impact into graphics presentations, reports, and publications.

3. Other

• Support other/ad hoc activities as seen relevant and needed.

Competencies

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Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Candidates must meet of the following educational requirements:

• currently in the final year of a bachelor’s degree
• currently enrolled in a master’s degree; or
• have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree or equivalent studies.

Field of study: Development Studies, Public Policy, International Relations, Management, Sociology, Social Welfare, Politics, Environmental Studies, Graphic Design, Communication Studies or equivalent.

IT skills:

• Knowledge and a proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools;

Language skills:

• Proficiency in English is required;
• Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.

Other competencies and attitude:

• Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
• Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
• Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal oriented mind-set;
• Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
• Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

• UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship;
• Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
• Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship;
• Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan;
• Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
• Interns are expected to work full time, but flexibility is allowed for education programmes;
• Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make own arrangements for internship, travel, VISA, accommodation, etc.

UN is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UN Indonesia reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UN Indonesia at the same grade level and with similar job descriptions, experience, and education requirements.

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