The Internship is for 6 months, UNPAID and full-time. Interns work 5 days per week (40 hours) under the supervision of the Deputy Regional Representative, UNODC Regional Office in Eastern Africa.
Please visit the UNODC Eastern Africa website for more information: https://www.unodc.org/easternafrica/
Responsibilities
The intern shall undertake the following duties:
Support the collection, review and documentation of human-interest stories and other relevant information for the purpose of effective communications.
Contribute to the preparation of background documents, presentations, summaries, talking points and speeches.
Support the preparation of briefing material and other documentation for meetings and events with stakeholders and partners, including other UN agencies.
Supports writing, reviewing and updating social media content to raise visibility of the Programme’s work.
Engages in outreach and communication efforts to promote and support various public advocacy campaigns and activities.
Assists with the drafting of a variety of written materials, such as background papers, analyses, sections of reports and studies, contributions to publications, etc.
Perform other tasks as necessary.
Competencies
COMMUNICATION:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
CLIENT ORIENTATION:Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view.
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
TEAMWORK:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent). (OFFICIAL WRITTEN PROOF FROM THE UNIVERSITY SUPPORTING ONE OF THE ABOVE POSSIBILITIES MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE INSPIRA APPLICATION);
Studies in the areas of law, international relations, criminology or political science are required.
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.
Work Experience
No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.
Languages
For the internship advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Apply via :
careers.un.org
