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Work Location

In-person and / or Remote

Expected duration

Internship at the United Nations are available for durations ranging from 2 to 6 months. This is a generic job opening to build a candidate pool for internship opportunities in the JIU in 2024 and 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities

The internship is located in the Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) at the United Nations Office in Geneva (UNOG). The internship is for a duration of up to six (6) months depending on the needs of the service. The internship is UNPAID, in-person and / or remote, full-time, and working five days a week (40 hours). The JIU is the only independent external oversight body of the United Nations system, mandated to conduct system-side evaluations, inspections and investigations. Its role is to enhance management and administrative efficiency and promote greater coordination among UN agencies, as well as with other internal and external oversight bodies. In its reviews, the Unit identifies best practices, proposes benchmarks, and facilitates information-sharing across its participating organizations that have adopted its Statute, which are currently 28 organizations of the UN System. Review teams are composed by Inspector(s), Evaluation and Inspection Officer(s), and a Research Assistant. The purpose of the interns at the JIU is to assist the review teams and fulfill ad hoc demands of the Unit. The internship provides an opportunity for interns to gain hands-on experience in the field of oversight and evaluation at the UN. Under the guidance of the review team and the designated supervisor(s), interns are responsible for the following duties :

• Assisting in the preparation of work plans;
• Contributing to the in-depth desk research and data collection;
• Assisting in the preparation of questionnaires and surveys;
• Contributing to quantitative and qualitative analysis of relevant documents and data;
• Preparing tables, diagrams and charts;
• Providing support to the preparation of interview guides and organization of missions;
• Participating in meetings and interviews as a note-taker and preparing draft minutes and notes;
• Providing support to the of preparation of documents and slide decks;
• Assisting in the organization and logistics of meetings, conferences, presentations and virtual calls;
• Assisting in the preparation of the JIU Annual Programme of Work;
• Performing other related duties and assignments as and when required, including training, JIU team meetings, support to JIU initiatives, participating in relevant UN initiatives, etc. Outputs and specific work assignments will be discussed and agreed with every candidate during the interview. Additional ad hoc responsibilities can be assigned by the JIU Executive Secretary.

Qualifications / special skills

Competency : a. Professionalism : Possesses strong research and analytical skills. Drafts clearly and concisely in English. Shows pride in work and in achievements. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges. b. 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. c. Planning and 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. Skills : Skills : Success candidates will display the following skills : 1. Be computer literate in standard software applications including MS Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point); 2. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; 3. 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 Language : English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset.

Additional Information

This GJO has been issued to recruit 10-15 Interns from the candidate pool.

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.