Programme Intern
Support UNODC in administrative tasks related to criminal justice projects.
Overview
Support UNODC in administrative tasks related to criminal justice projects.
You have:
- Be enrolled in, or have recently completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or be enrolled in, or have recently completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent).
- Be computer literate in standard software applications.
- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
- Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.
- Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship.
- Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.
Contract
This is a I-1 contract. It usually requires 0 years of experience, depending on education. More about I-1 contracts.
Work Location
Beirut, Lebanon. This internship is designed to be in person (30 hours) but can be adjusted based on request by the successful candidate.
Expected duration
3 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is the global leader in the fight against drugs, organized crime, corruption and terrorism with widely recognized expertise and specialization on issues pertaining to international cooperation in criminal matters. UNODC operates in all regions of the world through an extensive network of field offices. The work of UNODC is guided by a broad range of international legally binding instruments and a set of United Nations standards and norms on crime prevention and criminal justice. The UNODC Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (ROMENA) was established in 1997 with the vision of supporting the Member States in the region to be safer from drugs, organized crime, corruption, and terrorism. The Regional Framework for the Arab States 2023-2028 (henceforth ‘the Regional Framework’) sets out UNODC’s mission to contribute to peace and security, human rights, and development by making the region safer from drugs, crime, corruption, and terrorism, including by reducing violence and inequalities within society. This document acts as the overarching strategic framework for cooperation between UNODC, participating Member States and the League of Arab States (LAS). It frames how UNODC will strengthen, prioritize, customize, and deliver support to the Arab region in effective response to some of the most pressing challenges faced by these countries and in connection with UNODC’s mandates and specialities. It also lays out a roadmap to guide UNODC programming and to accelerate progress towards Agenda 2030 in pursuit of key Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) The website of the Office for further information: https://www.unodc.org/romena/ Internship is UNPAID Reporting Line: The intern will be under the direct supervision of UNODC Lebanon Programme Coordinator, and the overall guidance of the Regional Representative at the UNODC Regional Office for the Middle East and North Africa (ROMENA) The intern will support the team in the area of criminal justice, in particular the administrative support of ongoing projects. Tasks will include: - Providing logistical and administrative support during trainings, workshops, and high-level events - Support in the preparation of presentations, workshops and trainings - Support in the development of statistic reports - Drafting minutes of meeting (when applicable) - Researching potential areas for expansion - Support in the development of a country package
Qualifications/special skills
• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have recently completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have recently completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). • Be computer literate in standard software applications; • Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and • 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.
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 an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
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
| Can you describe your interest in the work of the United Nations? | The interviewer wants to assess your commitment to the UN's mission and values. | Discuss how your values align with the ideals of the UN and give specific examples of your interest. |
| How would you handle working in a multicultural environment? | This question aims to understand your ability to interact with diverse individuals. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have with providing logistical support for events? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time when you had to conduct research. What was your approach? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how you’ve handled administrative tasks in the past? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What technical skills do you possess that would assist you in this internship? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you manage competing priorities under tight deadlines? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What do you hope to gain from this internship experience? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |