Intern - Political Affairs, I (Temporary Job Opening)
U.N.Department of Peacekeeping Operations
岗位领域：行政人力 工作性质：实习
学历要求：本科及以上 岗位职级：其他
工作地点：New York 截止日期：02 April , 2018
职位描述
Org. Setting and Reporting
The position is located in the Policy Section of United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), Office of Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) within the Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO). For more information on UNMAS, please visit http://www.mineaction.org/unmas.
The internship is for six (6) months. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. 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.
This position is available immediately.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority the Political Affairs Intern will be responsible for the following:
1. Assist in researching, drafting, and preparing documents and policies;
2. Conduct background research and provide support to concept papers on mine action policy issues, relevant conventions, and researching States compliance with mine action relevant treaties;
3. Identifying, reviewing and monitoring of key documents by UN legislative bodies, including in support of the United Nations Mine Action Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanism;
4. Assist in researching and elaborating draft strategies and policies;
5. Provide support to the planning and organization of events;
6. Provide support to the development of the Portfolio of Mine Action Projects;
7. Assist in outreach to UNMAS programmes to gather, synthesise and analyse data/information;
8. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor;
Competencies
The United Nations Core Competencies include:
Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements, observing deadlines and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
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.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.
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 a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation;
- Be computer literate in standard software applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
- 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
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship position fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of an additional official language is desirable.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by Hiring Manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
- Title of degree you are currently pursuing
- Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the programme)
- A list of IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in
- A list of your top three areas of interest
- Explanation about why you are the most suitable candidate for the internship position in Policy Section of the United Nations Mine Action Service
- Dates of your availability (Note: This is a full time internship for a period of 6 months)
In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.