{"id":36548,"date":"2017-06-06T14:03:03","date_gmt":"2017-06-06T12:03:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/?p=36548"},"modified":"2017-06-06T14:03:03","modified_gmt":"2017-06-06T12:03:03","slug":"unep-internship-opportunity-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistsouthafrica.com\/unep-internship-opportunity-2017.html","title":{"rendered":"UNEP Internship Opportunity 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

The United Nations Environment Programme<\/span> (UNEP) is the United Nations system’s designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

The UNEP Office Support internship<\/span> is for 6 months<\/span>.<\/p>\n

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Responsibilities:\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
\nUnder the direct supervision of the Head of UNEP Office in South Africa, the intern will:
\n\u2022Research, analyse and present information gathered from diverse sources to support the implementation of Regional Office for Africa (ROA) project activities in South Africa;
\n\u2022Support the review of project deliverables;
\n\u2022Assist with the organization of meetings and outreach events, developing necessary background materials, sourcing appropriate speakers, and report writing;
\n\u2022Support communication activities (e.g. draft stories for social media, Regional Office for Africa newsletter, etc);
\n\u2022Depending on the incumbent\u2019s skills and background (e.g. specific language skills), country- or region-specific research, and review tasks may be assigned;
\n\u2022Support other activities as requested.<\/span><\/div>\n
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Core Competencies:<\/b><\/p>\n

Communication:
\n-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
\n-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
\n-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
\n-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
\n-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed<\/div>\n

\nTeamwork:<\/b>
\n-Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
\n-Solicits input by genuinely valuing others\u2019 ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
\n-Places team agenda before personal agenda
\n-Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
\n-Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings<\/p>\n

Client Orientation:<\/b>
\n-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be \u201cclients \u201d and seeks to see things from clients\u2019 point of view
\n-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
\n-Identifies clients\u2019 needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
\n-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients\u2019 environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
\n-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
\n-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client<\/div>\n

<\/div>\n

Education<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Applicants<\/span> must at the time of application<\/span> meet one of the following requirements:<\/b>
\na. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
\nb. Be enrolled in the final academic year<\/span> of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
\nc. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.<\/p>\n

Be computer<\/span> literate in standard software applications<\/span>.<\/span><\/div>\n

CLICK HERE TO APPLY<\/a><\/b>
\nHave demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;<\/p>\n

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.
\nPreferred area of study: Graduate\/ Still studying Master\u2019s Degree in Environmental Studies.<\/p>\n

Work Experience<\/span><\/p>\n

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.<\/span><\/div>\n

Languages<\/span><\/p>\n

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.<\/span><\/div>\n

Assessment<\/span><\/p>\n

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.<\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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