Location: Nay Pyi Daw, Myanmar
Deadline: Wednesday, 14 August 2013
Description
Department/ Office
United Nations Human Settlements Programme
Duty Station
NAY PYI DAW
Posting Period
30 July 2013-14 August 2013
Job Opening number
13-PGM-UNHABITAT-29199-R-NAY PYI DAW (O)
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.
UN-HABITAT Myanmar Office internship is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, pending 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.
- Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (DRR), UN-Habitat Myanmar Office, the intern will work, in close coordination with the UN-Habitat Myanmar Programme Team and the overall administrative guidance of the Disaster Risk Reduction Specialist.
- Undertake assignments falling in incumbent's area of expertise and as delegated by National Program Officer- DRR and DRR Specialist.
- Assist to review and update UN-Habitat Manuals /IEC Materials on various hazards (Flood, Cyclone, Earthquake, Tsunami, Fire etc).
- Assist to review and provide inputs for enhancement of Township Disaster Management Plan developed by UN-Habitat and RRD.
- Work closely with UN-Habitat staff and RRD in assisting of formulating Disaster Management Plan guidelines (Village Tract etc)
- Research and assist UN-Habitat in developing urban risk gap analysis framework
- Research and assist to provide inputs for recovery planning guidelines (focused on waste management, environment) in the context of Myanmar.
- Assist to facilitate trainings, workshops and events in partnership with various stakeholders at all levels.
- Assist to coordinate and compile monthly/quarterly project progress reports for submission to partner ministries
Competencies
Core 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 Technological Awareness:
- Keeps abreast of available technology
- Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office
- Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks
- Shows willingness to learn new technology
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 social sciences, rural development, public administration, management, and/or any relevant disciplines relating to international development required.
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, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
3. A letter from your university clearly indicating the status of your enrollment, 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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