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    Description
    Work Location

    The internship would normally be conducted onsite at the UNHQ - New York.

    However, there is a possibility to conduct the initial period in New York and the balance of the internship period working remotely.

    The granting of a remote internship is dependent on operational requirements and will be at the sole discretion of the United Nations.

    Expected duration

    The internship is for a period of four to six months. The internship is unpaid. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in OSCSEA. With possible start date between 1st July and 31st December 2024.

    Duties and Responsibilities


    This internship is located in the Office of the Special Coordinator on improving United Nations Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OSCSEA).

    The Office supports the ongoing efforts of the Secretary General and the leadership of United Nations offices, departments, funds and programmes, along with other Implementing Partners, to strengthen the response to sexual exploitation and abuse in peacekeeping, humanitarian, development and human rights sectors.

    Responsibilities Within the delegated authority the Political Affairs Intern will perform the following duties:


    • Conduct research on issues related to the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse including data collection and analysis;
    • Support in implementing internal and external communications strategies through the use of web based tools;
    • Provide general office support services; drafting and/or processing a variety of correspondence and other communications;
    • Assist in preparing, updating and maintaining a variety of presentations and other communications materials;
    • Undertake other responsibilities, as required.
    Qualifications/special skills

    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: (1) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (2) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent)


    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.


    Skills:
    Be computer literate in standard software applications.

    Applicants should be able to demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

    In addition, candidates should 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.

    Languages

    Language:
    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

    Additional Information

    Visa and

    Work Authorization Mandatory Requirements:

    For internships in the United States of America, interns who are not United States citizens, permanent residents or on another non-immigrant (such as F1 visa) status, will be required to obtain a G4 visa.

    Interns will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa, and if required, employment authorization (CPT/OPT), allowing them to undertake the internship.


    Terms of the internship programme:

    • The minimum duration of this internship is four months which can be extended up to a total period of six months.
    -Interns are expected to work on a full-time or part-time basis in the entity that has selected them, under the supervision of a staff member at an appropriate level. The working hours will be discussed with your supervisor at the time of the interview.

    Internships may be undertaken on the basis of flexible working arrangements if:

    • The receiving entity agrees in writing to accept an intern on the basis of flexible working arrangements.
    -Interns agree that they are required to work the equivalent of a minimum of at least two months on a full-time basis or four months on a part-time basis in order to receive recognition of service as an intern. An internship under such arrangements must be completed within a six-month period. -A record of attendance shall be maintained by the receiving entity in order to ensure that the intern meets this requirement. -Interns serving in one entity do not have a right to transfer to another entity. -Full provisions related to the conditions and terms of the United Nations Internship Programme can be accessed on the following link: . Potential candidates will be contacted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. A completed online application (Cover Note and Candidate Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.


    The Cover Note must include:

    • Title of degree you are currently pursuing
    • Graduation date from your current program
    • List of IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
    • List your top three areas of interest/department preferences
    • Explain why you are the best candidate
    • Explain your interest in the UN Internship Programme in your Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences (if any), skills, and three references.
    Due to a high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.

    Intern Specific text

    Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

    Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.

    Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

    No Fee


    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).

    THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.


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