Job: Intern - Political Affairs

Location: New York 
Deadline: Wednesday, 18 September 2013 

Description

Job Title

INTERN - POLITICAL AFFAIRS, I

Department/ Office

Department of Political Affairs

Duty Station

NEW YORK

Posting Period

4 September 2013-18 September 2013

Job Opening number

13-POL-DPA-30535-R-NEW YORK (O)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting

These two positions are located in the Security Council Practices and Charter Research Branch of the Security Council Affairs Division, the Department of Political Affairs.

The Department of Political Affairs internships are for two months with an opportunity for an extension, depending 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 office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of an internship supervisor, the Intern will undertake a range of functions including, but not limited to:

Assist in maintenance and development of the Division's Lotus Notes databases through data entry tasks relating to meetings and decisions of the Security Council;

Assist in the maintenance of the Repertoire section of the Security Council webpages using Dreaweaver;

Conduct research and analysis of the work of the Security Council and its subsidiary bodies;

Draft studies for the Repertoire of the Practice of the Security Council and other publications;

Attend Security Council public meetings and prepare draft summaries;

Undertake other assignments, as required.

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 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

High school diploma or equivalent. Applicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) preferably in political science, international relations, public administration or related field.

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.

Experience in Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes applications; advanced experience in the use of database and spreadsheet software is an advantage

Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the Internship Programme.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. 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

A completed 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 you will be graduating from the programme)
• List the IT skills, including your level of experience on specific applications
• Explain why you are the best candidate for DPA
• 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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