Job: Ethics Assistant - Intern (Full time)

Location: Copenhagen 
Deadline: Friday, 08 November 2013 

Description

UNOPS mission is to expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peacebuilding, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in need. Working in some of the world's most challenging environments, our vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness.

UNOPS provides services in sustainable infrastructure, sustainable procurement and sustainable project management, with projects ranging from building schools, roads, bridges and hospitals to procuring goods and services and training local personnel.

By assisting UN organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to results on the ground.

We employ more than 6,000 personnel annually and on behalf of our partners create thousands more work opportunities in local communities. Through our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark and a network of regional and country offices, we oversee activities in more than 80 countries.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - Job-specific

Under the general guidance and supervision of the Ethics Officer on ethics matters, and the Senior Internal Auditor of the Internal Audit and Investigations Group on administrative matters, the Ethics Assistant - Intern provides support to Ethics Office on policy research, office operations and case management, performing a variety of standard administrative processes ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. The Ethics Assistant - Intern shall ensure effective research and logistical support to the Ethics Office, focusing on achievement of the responsibilities as mentioned below.

The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Functional Responsibilities

Conduct research into ethics issues as requested by the Ethics Officer, and on occasions prepare ethics presentations based on that research.

Systematically organize and maintain confidential records, documents,, correspondences etc relating to cases referred to the Ethics Office.

Review of ethics reports with respect to editorial requirements, prior to issue, for providing quality assurance.

Review of substantive cases, when requested by the Ethics Officer.

Analysis and preparation of statistics and other information for various ethics related reports, presentations etc.

Provide support to the Ethics Officer for ethics assignments as required such as data analysis, review of documents with respect to organizational rules such as for procurement, finance and other functional areas, conducting interviews, surveys etc. which may involve travel.

Provide assistance to develop ethics training materials & programmes; provide assistance to develop outreach materials & ensure engagement & outreach by the Office to the whole organization; facilitate ethics training & outreach workshops; assist in managing the implementation of ethics e-learning;

Any other tasks as entrusted.

Competencies

Professionalism; Ability to handle information and documents with strict confidentiality and accuracy

Organising and Quality Orientation; Conscientious & efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines & achieving results

Ability to Analyze; Ability to conduct independent research to identify & analyses policy & practice issues & formulate options in making recommendations

Creativity and Innovation: Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs

Attention to detail; Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards

Initiative; Displays resourcefulness in suggesting solutions.

Motivation & Inspiration; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Client Focus; 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

Education/Experience/Language requirementsEducation: To be eligible for an internship with UNOPS, you must be studying for a university degree such a Bachelor, Masters or PH.D. (or equivalent), or have graduated from such studies within three years prior to the application date of the internship, in a relevant field such as ethics or law, public administration, business administration. Language: Excellent command of English and Spanish (oral and written). Ability to work in French an advantage. Please note: Candidates must submit cover letter with the application, which should indicate his or her motivation in applying for the post.

Contract type, level and durationContract type: Internship Contract duration: by agreement, but provisionally 01/12/2013 - 28/02/2014, extendable up to 30/11/2014 based on performance and requirement.Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

Interns at UNOPS do not receive any remuneration. As such, interns are responsible for all costs associated with the internship, including but not limited to costs for insurance coverage, travel and accommodation. However interns may be eligible for a small stipend from UNOPS provided that they do not receive funds from other institutions.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

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