Programme and Operations Intern

Assist in managing the programme cycle and supporting operations compliance.

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Overview

Assist in managing the programme cycle and supporting operations compliance.

You have:

  • Be either a recent graduate or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO.
  • Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR.
  • Proficiency in office suite applications.
  • Critical thinking skills.
  • Research and writing skills.
  • Adaptability to various tasks and environments.

Deadline for Applications

April 6, 2026Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based)

BFamily Type (not applicable for home-based)

FamilyStaff Member / Affiliate Type

InternshipTarget Start Date

2026-04-01Terms of Reference

The internship aims to provide hands-on experience in supporting various aspects of the programme cycle. The intern will assist the team with managing timelines and deliverables, tracking progress, and supporting internal/external communication where necessary. Specific tasks listed in the duties and responsibilities will be covered, offering insight into programme management methodologies and helping the intern develop skills in coordination, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving. The project provides a comprehensive understanding of how a Programme and Operations Management Unit contributes to organizational success.

Duties and responsibilities • Support in overseeing Operations’ compliance with programme cycle requirements. • Support in overseeing Operations compliance with project monitoring. • Collect and analyse projects data to assess progress and suggest improvements. • Support documentation related to the quality assurance of partnership agreement. • Participate in meetings, document key takeaways, and follow up on action items. • Maintain unit’s documentation, including taking meeting notes, collecting and consolidating reports, status updates. • Assist in preparing project status reports and/or presentations. • Assist in taking stock of post-distribution monitoring conducted by the country operations and support its quality assurance and analysis of the findings. • Offer general administrative assistance, such as scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and organizing project-related activities. • AOB

Minimum qualifications required In order to be considered for an internship, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria: • Be either a recent graduate (having completed their studies within two years of applying) or a current student in a graduate/undergraduate school programme from a university or higher education facility accredited by IAU/UNESCO; and • Have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in a field relevant or of interest to the work of UNHCR.

Desirable qualifications and skills • Office suite proficiency • Research and writing. • Critical thinking

• AdaptabilityStandard Job Description

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This position doesn't require a functional clearance Remote

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe how you manage your time effectively while handling multiple responsibilities? To understand your prioritization and organizational skills in a busy environment. Provide an example that highlights your ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines.
Tell us about a time you contributed to a team project. What was your role? To evaluate your teamwork and collaborative skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach problem-solving when faced with unexpected challenges? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experience do you have with data analysis? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to present information to an audience. How did you prepare? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a successful project you managed or contributed to? What was your approach? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure compliance with procedures in a project? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What skills do you believe are essential for a successful internship in programme management? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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