Intern - Economic
Affairs, New York
Organization:
OHRLDC - Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries
(LDCs), Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs) and Small Island Developing
States (SIDS)
Country:
United States
City: New
York
Grade: I-1
Closing date:
Wednesday, 21 September 2016
Posting Title: INTERN - ECONOMIC AFFAIRS, I
Job
Code Title: INTERN -
ECONOMIC AFFAIRS
Department/
Office: Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries,
Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States
Duty
Station: NEW YORK
Posting
Period: 7 September
2016-21 September 2016
Job
Opening number: 16-ECO-OHRLLS-66296-R-NEW YORK
Staffing
Exercise ID: N/A
United
Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special
Notice
A
completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is
required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must
include:
· Degree Programme (What
are you currently studying?)
· Graduation Date (When
will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?)
· List the IT skills and
programmes that you are proficient in.
· List your 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.
Organizational Setting
and Reporting
The
Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked
Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (OHRLLS) internship is
for two months with an opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the
department. 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
Daily
responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's
assigned office as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are
not limited to: - Assistance in drafting and preparing official documents. -
Attending and summarizing conferences and meetings. - Document, legal and
internet research. - Assistance during conferences. - Working on
web-presentation. - Evaluation of projects. - Compiling statistics. - Media
analysis. - Speech-writing.
Competencies
The
United Nations Core Competencies include: 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 informedTeamwork:-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 positionClient
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 clientThe intern is expected to:
· Have a 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.
Education
To
qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the
following conditions must be met:
· Applicants must 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 programme (minimum
Bachelor's level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree
(as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one
year period of graduation;
· Be computer literate
in standard software applications.
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. Fluency
in spoken and written English is required for the Internship Programme.
Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an asset. Arabic, Chinese,
English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United
Nations Secretariat.