INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS, I (Temporary Job Opening)
岗位领域：经济管理 工作性质：实习
学历要求：本科及以上 岗位职级：其他
工作地点： New York 截止日期：22 May, 2022
岗位信息网址：https://careers.un.org/lbw/jobdetail.aspx?id=169195&Lang=en-US
Org. Setting and Reporting
This internship is located in the Programme Planning and Budget Division of the Office of Programme, Planning, Finance and Budget (OPPFB) in the Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC) and is for three months with an opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the department and performance of the intern.
The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
We are seeking highly motivated individuals who wish to gain professional experience in financial management, financial procedures and practices, and analysis of budgeting, accounting and financial requirements within an international organization in order to supplement their studies.
Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
1) Support in gathering, organizing and presenting information to support the deliberations of the General Assembly
2)Assistance in costing recommendations of the General Assembly with financial implications.
3)Extraction and monitoring of expenditure, alerting for material variances vis-à-vis approved budgets.
4) Audit and careful review of information in the information systems, to contribute to accuracy of information and non-existence of errors that may affect budgetary deliberations.
5)Support providing information to oversight bodies such as the Board of Auditors.
6) Compilation of historic information relating to the programme budget to support decision making and policy formulation.
7) Support programme budget officers of the Unit in a wide range of administrative tasks.
8) Support in the issuance and monitoring of allotments and redeployments
9) Performing other related duties as required: In addition to the frequent interaction within PCU and with the Director of the Programme Planning and Budget Division, the work also implies frequent interaction with Budget Officers and assistants in PPBD, as well as with external colleagues from the budget and finance network of the various entities benefitting from resources from the regular budget. Additionally, exposure to auditors and members of the CPC and ACABQ is expected.
10)Maintain and improve a filing system that enables easy and prompt access to budgetary information.
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.
Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.
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 United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:
1. 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).
2. Be computer literate in standard word processing and software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel or similar; Be proficient in standard office automation equipment scanner, printer, etc..
3. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter.
4. 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 the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
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. For internships in the United States of America, interns who are not United States citizens, permanent residents or not currently in the United States on a non-immigrant visa status will be required to obtain a G-4 visa. If already in the United States of America on another non-immigrant visa status other than G-4, interns will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa, and if required, employment authorization, allowing them to undertake the internship.
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.
Completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
- Title of degree you are currently pursuing.
- Graduation Date (When will you be graduating/have graduated from the programme?).
- IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
- Top three areas of interest.
- Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.
- Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
