The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. The Governance Affairs office engages with and guides all relevant stakeholders ranging from Member States, major groups and stakeholders as well as business and the private sector. The two internship positions under recruitment are both located in the Civil Society Unit, Governance Affairs Office, Nairobi, Kenya. The Civil Society Unit engages on civil society matters and ensures effective participation of major groups and stakeholders in UNEP’s work at all levels. These allies and partners to UNEP provide long-term, broad-based and essential support for UNEP mission and mandate.
The duration of the Internship is three months minimum; maximum is six months.
The Internship is unpaid and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35-40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Telephone or interviews via skype will be scheduled for shortlisted candidates.
Responsibilities
Work Areas:
(a) Support the accreditation of Civil Society organizations through relevant communication and client servicing; database, registration and accreditation platform management.
(b) Support civil society engagement at national, regional and global levels by assisting the coordination and communication in preparing and supporting relevant regional and national meetings, outreach campaigns, trainings and capacity building events.
(c) Support meeting planning and organization, including logistics and administrative support.
(d) Assist in communication outreach: draft communication material, letters, reports, briefings, agendas and review and edit publications and website content.
(e) Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
The duration of an Internship is minimum three months, maximum six months. The Internship is UNPAID and full-time. Telephone or interviews via skype will be scheduled for shortlisted candidates. Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities:
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the office to which the intern is assigned to; and the nature of specific projects and the internship duration. Duties may include, but not limited to:
•Carrying out research, analysis and drafting of documents; presenting data and information gathered from diverse sources to support the implementation of projects and activities;
•Supporting the preparation of briefings, information material and presentations;
•Assisting the website and database management and update;
•Assist the organization of meetings, workshops, webinars and other similar activities, supporting the preparation of agendas, co-drafting background materials, meeting reports, assisting ad hoc meetings and preparing meeting minutes if required;
Providing assistance in drafting and preparing official documents.
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.
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.
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;
Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
•Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
•Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Preferred area of study:
Studies in Environmental and Development Policy, International Relations, Sociology or Social and Cultural Anthropology, Business studies, Media and Communication and or relevant Education or Capacity Development field
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the Programme. Are you a student in a Bachelor’s (final year), Master’s or Ph.D Programme or equivalent, or have you completed a degree and are able to commence an internship within a year of graduation?
Is your field of study closely related to the type of internship you are applying for?
Will you be able to cover the cost of travel including visa, accommodation and other living expenses for the duration of the internship?
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by Hiring Managers directly for further consideration and interviews.
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include:
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
– Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
– Graduation Date
– IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
– Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship
Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).
2. Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).
3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
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