United Nations Environment Programme
实习职务：INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS
截止日期：18 April , 2022
工作地点：Geneva
职位描述：
Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system. UNEP ’ s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment. We aim to achieve this mission by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.
UNEP ’ s Economy Division supports partners across governments, private sector and civil society to develop and implement policies, strategies and practices for sustainable development. Located within the Economy Division, the Resources and Markets Branch enhances the capacity of partners to integrate environmental considerations into economic policies and practices. A particular focus of Resources and Markets Branch is UNEP ’ s work related to Green Economy.
The Partnership for Action on Green Economy (PAGE) brings together expertise and guidance of five UN agencies and eight funding partner countries to assist twenty countries in their sustainable development. PAGE ’ s assistance spans the three economic, environmental and social pillars of sustainability to support the countries ’ achievement of Sustainable Development Goals and the climate agenda. Specifically, PAGE seeks to put sustainability at the heart of economic policies and practices to transform brown economies into inclusive green economies. More information on PAGE is available at the PAGE website (www.un-page.org).
The Economy Division/ UNEP PAGE internship is for three -six 3-(6) months.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
The intern will work with Secretariat of the Partnership for Action on Green Economy housed in the Resources Markets Branch, UNEP. More specifically, the intern will support the following tasks:
- Support development and maintenance of the PAGE website, graphic design, audio-visuals, video development and editing and copy writing. Knowledge of Drupal and WordPress is a plus.
- Support production of print, web and/or media communication materials, including infographics, flyers, publications, newsletters. Knowledge of Canva, InDesign and/or other Adobe Creative Suite software is a plus.
- Support PAGE social media presence, including development and arrangement of regular posts. Knowledge of all relevant social media platforms, including Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, etc is a plus.
- Support drafting and editing of PAGE documents, publications, reports, newsletters, regular updates, and other communication materials.
- Support preparation and implementation of PAGE global and regional events
- Support organization of meetings, webinars and workshops, including by developing and coordinating meeting documents, logistics and/or other resources
- Support other activities as requested.
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
Applicants must at the time of application 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 program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent) in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Public Administration, Sustainable Development, Environmental Science, Communications or a related area.
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
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;
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
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 this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.
NOTE: Fluency equals a rating of fluent in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and Knowledge of equals a rating of confident in two of the four areas.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
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.
Your application for this internship must include:
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
- Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
- Graduation Date
- IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
- Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship
Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).
2. Proof of enrollment from current University (if not graduated).
3. A copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
“ In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship. The work hours during the internship shall be determined based on individual discussion between the intern and the supervisor(s) taking into consideration the minimum requirements of the Organization and the time difference between the hosting office and the location of the intern. ”
