Location: New York
Deadline: Friday, 16 August 2013
Description
Posting Period
17 July 2013-16 August 2013
Job Opening number
13-POL-DPKO-29269-R-NEW YORK (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The Department of Peacekeeping Operations/ Europe and Latin America Division (ELAD) internship is for three months with the opportunity for extension, pending on the needs of the Department. This position is located in the Latin America Integrated Operation Team (IOT). 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
Responsibilities of this internship may encompass a number of aspects of the Europe and Latin America Division's work. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:- Assistance in monitoring issues related to the Latin America Desk;
- Assistance in the review of various policies, papers and other documents/materials as they relate the to the desk;
- Assistance in preparing/reviewing reports, concept papers, policy documents, talking points, articles and other materials related to the work of the desk.
- Attending and taking notes at conferences and meetings;
- Research in areas of interest relevant to the PKO Mission.
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 of higher); or if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided in to 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 a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
Have demonstrated the 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.
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. For the
position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of
Spanish/French is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager for further consideration.
Special Notice
A complete online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:- Title of degree you are currently pursuing;
- Graduation Date (when will you be graduating from the programme);
- List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in;
- List your top three areas of interest/department preferences;
- Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department (s);
- Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills and three references.
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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