Intern - Programme Support (Office of External Relations), Nairobi

Posting Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME SUPPORT (Office of External Relations), I

Job Code Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

Department/ Office United Nations Human Settlements Programme

Duty Station NAIROBI

Posting Period 17 June 2014-2 July 2014

Job Opening number 14-PGM-UNHABITAT-35618-R-NAIROBI (O) United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

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.

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.

The UN-Habitat – Office of External Relations Unit internship is for 6 months.

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

Under the direct supervision of the External Relations Office, the intern will:

• Support the coordination of the Office of External Relations in both substantive and technical tasks (50%):
• Coordination of Branch meetings and providing some technical assistance to the Acting Head of External Relations.
• Being able to provide critical political analysis.
• Support in the development of strategic plans and upcoming projects.
• Report on main activities.
• Assist in developing strategic plans for donor advocacy.
• Support the preparations for Habitat III, in both substantive and technical tasks, help in development of material for the meeting and coordination with main partners.

Provide support to the Global Programme for Public Space (30%):

• The activities of the Global Programme for Public Space comprise of technical and strategic meetings, close follow up with UN-Habitat implementing partners
• Support in the main activities and the development of projects, and provide administrative assistance.

Support to other upcoming projects (20%)

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 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 Creativity:
• Actively seeks to improve programmes or services
• Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs
• Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas
• Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks 'outside the box'
• Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things
• Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches

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);

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 a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

Have a demonstrated the 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 Development Studies and Urban Planning.

Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language is an advantage.

Assessment Method

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

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