Job Type: Full-time
Position Type: Unpaid Internship (Subsistence allowance: JPY 50,000/month; Transportation allowance: JPY 10,000/month)
Position Start Date: 3 February 2014
Duration of Position : 4 months
Approximate Hours Per Week: 35
Description of company/organization:
The United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity development, and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. The mission of the UNU is to contribute, through research and capacity building, to efforts to resolve the pressing global problems that are the concern of the United Nations and its Member States. For more information, please visit http://unu.edu
Summary of UNU JF Programme:
The United Nations University Office of the Rector accepts highly qualified applicants to work as Junior Fellows at the UNU Headquarters in Tokyo. Graduate students interested in the work of the United Nations and in particular the United Nations University are encouraged to apply.
Job Description:
Applications are now being accepted for the spring 2014 term of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector, United Nations University. The spring 2014 term commences on 3 February and lasts until 30 May 2014. The deadline for applications is 10 November 2013.
The underlying principles of the Junior Fellows Internship Programme at the Office of the Rector are centred on creating a dynamic, challenging and rewarding experience for graduate level students and young professionals. Junior Fellows are provided a monthly stipend and work full time during the regular working hours of the University: 9:30–17:30, Monday to Friday. Junior Fellows are provided office space and facilities as appropriate for their work and enjoy free access to UNU Headquarters facilities, including the library and gym.
The programme places a strong emphasis on the training, guidance, and hands-on experience that form the foundation of a successful and beneficial internship. Under guidance of the programme supervisor and through working closely with UN professional staff, Junior Fellows will learn about and provide support to the following ongoing assignments, projects and initiatives within the Office of the Rector:
- research and writing: preparation of executive briefs on priority issues; background research and drafting of topical information briefs in support of policy development;
- event coordination: supporting the organization of lectures, conferences, workshops, and other public events;
- meeting coordination: logistical support and minute taking;
- editorial support: proof-reading reports and copy editing;
- communication: preparation and dissemination of newsletters, event summaries, and other communication documents.
Qualifications:
The qualifications which will be considered in the application process include, but are not limited to, the following. The ideal candidate
- is no older than 30 years of age;
- is currently pursuing or has recently completed postgraduate studies (master’s or doctoral), preferably in a field related to the University’s work;
- has a native or near fluent command of written and spoken English;
- has excellent research, writing and analytical skills;
- can establish and maintain effective working relations with people from diverse backgrounds;
- demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving;
- has advanced computer skills: sound, hands-on, knowledge of standard office software (word processing, spreadsheets, databases, etc.);
- has a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and more specifically, in the work of the United Nations University.
HOW TO APPLY:
The application process is conducted in two stages, the first stage requiring the submission of the application form, a cover letter, a résumé or c.v., recommendation forms, and the funding form. Please visit the application page for all required forms and detailed instructions on the application process: http://unu.edu/about/internship/junior-fellows-internship-programme.html#overview
Contact Information:
Will G. Argetsinger
Internship Programme Coordinator
Office of the Rector, United Nations University
5-53-70 Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-8925, Japan
Tel: +81-3-5467-1307 (direct)
Fax: +81-3-3499-2810
Email: ro_internship@unu.edu
Website: http://www.unu.edu/
Junior Fellow at United Nations University
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