Closing date: Thursday, 5 February 2015
Posting Title: INTERN - FINANCE UNEP Finance Initiative, I
Job Code Title: INTERN - FINANCE
Department/ Office
United Nations Environment Programme
Duty Station
GENEVA
Posting Period
21 January 2015-5 February 2015
Job Opening number
15-FIN-UNEP-39951-R-GENEVA (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include
- 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.
- Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-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.
- A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
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 United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) (www.unepfi.org) is a unique global partnership between the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the private financial sector. UNEP FI works closely with over 200 financial institutions that are signatories to the UNEP FI Statements of Environmental Commitment, and a range of partner organizations to develop and promote linkages between the environment, sustainability and financial performance. Through its industry commissions, thematic advisory groups and regional activities, UNEP FI carries out its mission to identify, promote, and realize the adoption of sustainability practice at all levels of financial institution operations.
At present, UNEP FI counts more than 100 members from the banking sector across the world; together these constitute UNEP FI's Banking Commission.
The main lines of work of the Commission in 2015 will be the following
- Member engagement and outreach activities;
- Research and implementation support for the inclusion of sustainability issues in banking policy and regulation;
- Establishment of a work plan on driving positive impact in banking.
The UNEP Finance Initiative internship is for 6 months.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35-40 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.
Under direct supervision of Banking Commission Coordinator and in line with UNEP FI work programme for 2015 the Intern will support the implementation of the Banking Commission's work. In particular, he/she will
Commission Outreach
- Conduct / update research on the situation of sustainable finance in selected focus countries, feeding into the Banking Commission's outreach activities;
- Assist with the redevelopment of member on-boarding materials and the development of equivalent materials for supporting and/or observer institutions Member Management & Communication
- Update/maintain the contact database and mailing list for UNEP FI Banking members;
- Production of the Banking Commission's bi-monthly updates & info flashes Commission Board & Project Teams
- Set-up and manage a scheduling system for the Board and Project Teams of the Banking Commission
- Assist with calling and recording the outcomes of the Commission Board's / Project Team meetings
- Further support to the coordination of the Board and Project Teams as necessary.
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
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: be enrolled in:
- be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
- 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; 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 international relations, business management, environmental/development studies, or other related field preferred.
Work Experience
- Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
