Stages : PNUD recrute un(e) Stagiaire basé aux Etats-Unis.
Org. Setting and Reporting
This internship shall be with the People and Culture Section, located in the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) New York with a possibility of working remotely. The Section supports the People Strategy and Management Committee which is chaired by the Assistant Secretary General. OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response efforts. OCHA’s mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions.
The intern will report to the Chief, People and Culture Section.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background and may include but are not limited to:
(i) assisting in the design and implementation of OCHA 2022-2026 People Strategy projects on staff engagement, diversity and inclusion, talent management, duty of care, organizational culture, and diversity and inclusion, and others; (ii) support the preparations meetings including agenda, background documents and reporting; (iii) coordinate follow up activities related to the implementation of the People Strategy; iv) support communication on issues relating to People Strategy (v) analysis of relevant HR and other data; (vi) respond to various inquiries and information requests internally and externally related to the work of the section; (vii) assist to track, monitor and report on the People Strategy activities; and (vii) performing tasks as requested by supervisor, as appropriate.
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. 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.
Education
To qualify for an internship with the UN Internship programme, 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); or,
(b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent).
Students who have completed the academic year prior to the final year of a first university degree but have not yet commenced to the final year are eligible for the internship programme but must provide proof of their continued enrolment.
The University degree must be in the area of adult education, social sciences, international relations, management, public administration or in a related field.
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
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.
Application process
Deadline Date: Saturday, 22 April 2023