Department/ Office
Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
Duty Station
BANGKOK
Posting Period
26 September 2013-31 December 2013
Job Opening number
13-STT-ESCAP-30835-P-BANGKOK
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Organizational Setting and Reporting
The Social Statistics internship is for at least 2 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.
ESCAP Statistics Division
The ESCAP Statistics Division is guided by the Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics and the Principles Governing International Statistical Activities, and by the work programme and the membership of ESCAP. Our mandates arise from a number of General Assembly, ECOSOC and ESCAP resolutions.
The core areas of the Division's work include implementing programmes for capacity building in statistics; collecting and analysing data on the region; and publishing statistical and analytical publications. We work closely with organizations that are part of national statistics systems in the region (national statistical offices are our main counterparts); the Statistical Institute for Asia and the Pacific; the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs; other United Nations regional and subregional offices; and with a large number of international agencies that have a mandate in statistics.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will participate in one or more activities related to data analysis and capacity development projects at the secretariat. Major areas of contribution will include:- the regional programme on population and social statistics;
- the regional programme on gender statistics;
- the regional programme on civil registration and vital statistics;
- the assessment of progress in achieving the Milennium Development Goals in Asia-Pacific. The incumbent is expected to:
- Undertake review of the literature on theoretical frameworks, indicators and country practices; conduct a comparative review of various indicator lists available at the national, regional and international levels;
- Identify data sources to compile indicators; select and implement methods for data processing for data storage and incorporation into databases;
- Conduct data analysis;
- Contribute to the drafting and reviewing of technical documents;
- Participate in project meetings and discussions.
Finally, the incumbent is also expected to participate in the substantive servicing of expert group meetings, seminars, training workshops, and perform other tasks as required.
Learning opportunities
Depending on the tasks performed, after the assignment the incumbent will be able to:- Demonstrate understanding of conceptual and methodological issues in the statistics and indicators related to the measurement of people's living conditions, including those related to gender issues;
- Develop project profiles and documents based on UN standards;
- Conduct empirical research in the context of an international organization;
- Use statistical software and econometric methods in the analysis of various types of data;
- Write project reports and research articles;
- Coordinate effectively with internal and external partners.
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 fours years of full-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 a 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. Fluency in English (both oral and written) is required for the Internship Programme. Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
A complete online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) if 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 experience, 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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