Position: Intern- Environment Affairs (Regional Office For Africa).
Department/ Office:United Nations Environment Programme
Duty Station:NAIROBI
Job Opening number: 13-ENV-UNEP-29251-R-NAIROBI (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations
system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the
global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development
of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global
environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention
of governments and the international community for action.
The UNEP – Regional Office for Africa internship is for 3 months with
an opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the department.
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.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the
intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period. Duties may
include, but are not limited to:
Under the general guidance and direct supervision of the Ecosystem
Management team in Regional Office for Africa UNEP/ROA, the intern will
have the responsibility to assist in the work of cooperation programme
on the project of the Lake Tana Water Harvesting and follow up on
implementation of the activities, as well as preparing documents
material for the meeting, searching for information in need and
providing other related support to the different activities in the
environmental programme.
He or she will specifically:
1. Provide analysis and identify gaps and constrains and potential opportunities for enhancing cooperation between the partners;
2. Assist in the developing and finalization joint research project
proposals, data collection, analysis of data and information related to
the projects;
3. Communicating with the main partners and project contactors for general work to harmonize the related activities;
4. Provide assistance in monitoring implementation of the projects
through telephone communicating or developing project progress report;
5. Draft technical reports related to the projects and information and communication materials
6. Provide administration support related to the activities of project.
7. Carry out other tasks as assigned by the ROA Ecosystem Management Team Leader.
Competencies
Core 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 Planning & 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 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
Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school
(second university degree or higher); or if pursuing their studies in
countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and
graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time studies
at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a
degree.
Be computer literate in standard software applications;
Have 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.
Studies in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Water treatment technology and related background required.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English
or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other
is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include;
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN
careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your
Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work
experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
2.An accompanying letter (cover note) that includes; Title of degree you
are currently studying, Graduation date (when you will be graduating
from the programme), List the IT skills and programmes that you are
proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the
internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
3. A letter from your university clearly indicating the status of your
enrollment, what programme you are enrolled in and the anticipated date
of graduation from the programme.
Posting Period: 22 July 2013-6 August 2013
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of
men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations – Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a
non-smoking environment.
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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