Online Internship with salary available for all nationalities from the UN in different fields.
Opportunity Overview
UNDP is the development branch of the United Nations, working on issues such as poverty, climate change, good governance, renewable energy, crisis prevention, and women’s empowerment in 170 countries. They recognize the power of digital technology and have been on a transformation journey since the launch of their first Digital Strategy in 2019. They are now implementing the Digital Strategy 2022-2025 to create a world in which digital is an empowering force for people and the planet. The Chief Digital Officer is leading the effort to embed digital technology in development projects, support government partners to build inclusive digital ecosystems, and transform the organization internally to enable these changes.
When applying for the position, the candidate should mention their top three areas of expertise and interest among the work streams listed. This information should be submitted through the airtable provided under the “Application Process” section.
Opportunity Details
- Type: Internship
- Fund: with salary
- Duration: 3 months
- Place: Online
- Nationalities: Algeria, Bahrain,Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Yemen, All countries.
Benefits
For remote internships, the monthly stipend will be based on a standard global rate that applies to all remote internships. However, for in-person internships, the stipend will be set based on the specific duty station. The stipend will be paid on a monthly basis and will be adjusted for part-time internship arrangements.
Eligibility Criteria
Competencies:
- Achieve Results:
- Plans and monitors own work
- Pays attention to details
- Delivers quality work by deadline
- Think Innovatively:
- Open to creative ideas/known risks
- Is pragmatic problem solver
- Makes improvements
- Learn Continuously:
- Open minded and curious
- Shares knowledge
- Learns from mistakes
- Asks for feedback
- Adapt with Agility:
- Adapts to change
- Constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty
- Is flexible
- Act with Determination:
- Shows drive and motivation
- Able to deliver calmly in face of adversity
- Confident
- Engage and Partner:
- Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others
- Forms positive relationships
- Enable Diversity and Inclusion:
- Appreciate/respect differences
- Aware of unconscious bias
- Confront discrimination
Other Competencies:
- Database management skills
- Detail-oriented, preferably with previous administrative and office management experience
- Eager to learn new things and gradually adapt the theory into practical work
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to deliver in a high-pressure environment
- Ability to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands
- Ability to collaborate with and achieve actionable results
- Excellent ability to multi-task in a high-demand and fast-paced work context
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Education and Experience:
- Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements: enrolled in a postgraduate degree program, enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program, recently graduated with a university degree, or enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program.
- Interest/experience in one of the work stream areas is desirable.
Area of work
- Strategic Area 1. Inclusive Digital Transformation
- Strategic Area 2: Insights, Views and Advocacy
- Strategic Area 3: Strategic partnerships
- Strategic Area 4: Product Management
- Strategic Area 5: Future Smart UNDP
- Strategic Area 6: Communications
- Strategic Area 7: Business Operations (People Operations and Procurement)
- Strategic Area 8: Digital Strategy Implementation
Required Documents
- The online application
- CV
How To Apply
Fill the online application from the link below.
Application Process:
- Submit a current and complete CV (Curriculum Vitae) in English.
- Complete the form provided in addition to submitting your details via the Job link.
- Proficient in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another UN language would be an asset.
Additional Information:
- If selected, the applicant must provide electronic versions of various documents, such as a letter from their university confirming current enrollment and graduation date, a letter of recommendation from a professor, a copy of their most recent school transcript, and a copy of their passport.
- For candidates located in the USA, a visa copy is required.
- The UNDP internship application form, signed UNDP Internship Agreement, Medical Certificate of Good Health, and copy of Medical Insurance are also necessary.
Deadline
30 August 2023
