Job Title
INTERN - INFORMATION SYSTEMS & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY, I
Department/ Office
United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Duty Station
NAIROBI
Posting Period
5 July 2013-20 July 2013
Job Opening number
13-IST-UNHABITAT-29000-R-NAIROBI (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
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 Regional Office for Africa (Climate Adaptation ) internship is for 3 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:
Under the direct supervision of the regional Climate Change Adaptation Coordinator in RoA, the intern will:
- Work with the African Adaptation Knowledge Network (AAKNet) online knowledge portal (www.AAKNetorg)
- Condensing and editing information from existing documents for the website
- Researching existing information outside UNEP on adaptation case studies, best practices, lessons learnt, tools, methods and other publications, and upcoming adaptation events
- Identifying and linking with other relevant online adaptation knowledge sources
- Establishing an interactive forum to enable users to exchange information
- Compiling a database of regional and national adaptation experts
- Providing feedback and suggestions on the design and structure of the website, and possibly undertaking a user needs survey
- Editing and condensing the information to be posted on the website
- Researching and compiling EBA tools, methods and other information and publications for the website
- Operationalizing the intranet interface of the website, to allow internal sharing of information and experiences, and monitoring of project progress
- Compiling a database of EBA projects, lessons learnt and good practices
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 be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher); or if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.
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 website design, Information Technology, computer science, computer engineering, or related fields in combination with relevant experience in environmental management or development activities desirable.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
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- Explain why
you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship-
Explain you interest in the United Nations Internship Programme in Nairobi.
3. A letter from
your university or equivalent institution clearly indicating the status of your enrolment, 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.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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.
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