Job: ASSOCIATE POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER, P2 (Temporary Job Opening)

Closing date: Sunday, 28 May 2017

Posting Title: ASSOCIATE POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER, P2 (Temporary Job Opening)

Job Code Title: ASSOCIATE POLITICAL AFFAIRS OFFICER

Department/ Office: Department of Political Affairs

Duty Station: NEW YORK

Posting Period: 23 May 2017-29 May 2017

Job Opening number: 17-POL-DPA-79138-J-NEW YORK (R)

Staffing Exercise ID: N/A

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

Special Notice

Notes: This position is currently available until 30/09/2017 with possibility of extension.

A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position. A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories.

For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further 'stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…' Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.

Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.

Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as 'retirement.' Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1. A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.

The expression 'Internal candidates', shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.

Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.

The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English

Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.

Staff members are not eligible to apply for the current temporary job opening if they are unable to serve the specified duration of temporary need before reaching the mandatory age of separation. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Africa II Division of the Department of Political Affairs (DPA), which covers Central, North and West Africa. Under the general supervision of the Director and the Deputy Director of Africa II, the incumbent reports to a Senior Political Affairs Officer/Team Leader.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Team Leader and the general supervision of the Director and Deputy Director of Africa II Division, the incumbent serves as Desk Officer for a number of countries and Special Political Missions covered and/or supported by the Team.

The incumbent

• Monitors and assesses political developments in Central, West and North Africa, conducts research and carries out analysis and studies on complex political situations affecting the regions to provide the Secretary-General and other senior UN officials with early warning and policy options for conflict prevention, conflict resolution and peace building.
• Prepares, in coordination with the Team Leader, briefings, talking points, reports, weekly updates and inputs to OASGI, OUSG and EOSG.
• Drafts correspondence, notes, memoranda, and responses to queries for the review of the Team Leader.
• Develops and maintain professional relationships, which support and facilitate the work of the Team Leader, including representatives of national governments and international organizations, and other concerned partners, including consultants, business executives, and academics.
• Arranges and participates in fact-finding missions
• Attends meetings and consultations of the Security Council and the General Assembly on issues relevant to the region;
• Contributes to the backstopping of Special Political Missions; assists in the development and implementation of budget proposals and projects and other administrative tasks, as necessary.
• Assist in other assignments as requested by the Team Leader.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Knowledge of the work of the United Nations, in particular the Department of Political Affairs; proven competence, integrity and reliability in performance; proven analytical skills, with ability to identify problems (political, social, economic) affecting a country or a geographic area; conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; and, knowledge of issues related to the countries under the Division's area of responsibility, in particular Central, North and West Africa.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
• 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.

Education

• A first-level university degree in political science, international relations, international economics, law, public administration or other related area is required.

Work Experience

• At least two years of progressively responsible experience in international relations, political analysis and political research are required.
• Experience drafting briefing materials and talking points as well as reports and official correspondence is required.
• Experience providing support to senior officials is desirable.
• Previous experience providing support to a peace operation in Africa is desirable.
• No experience is required for candidates who have passed the YPP, NCRE or G to P examinations.

Languages

• English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English and French is required.
• Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on 'The Application Process' and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on 'Manuals' hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira.

Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations.

Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.

For more info: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1495602853212

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Job: Internship - Drafting of Case Studies for the Child Friendly Cities website

Internship - Drafting of Case Studies for the Child Friendly Cities website

Job no: 504883
Position type: Internship
Location: United States of America
Division/Equivalent: Partnerships
School/Unit: Data, Research and Policy
Department/Office: Policy, Strategy and Network
Categories: Internship

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The Urban Team at the Division of Data, Research and Policy in UNICEF is looking for an intern to develop a portfolio of 10 good practice case studies of initiatives in urban areas for the Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) and contribute with developing of content for the Child Friendly Cities website.

Urbanization is a defining trend of our times. More than half of humanity (55 per cent) currently lives in urban areas – a figure that will edge close to 70 per cent by the middle of the century. For children, urbanization poses among the greatest risks and opportunities to realizing their rights, and having a fair chance at life. 

UNICEF has recognized urbanization as an area of evolving importance for the organization and developed a global urban strategy to guide and scale up the organization’s work in urban areas at the global, national and local levels. 

One aspect of the strategy is to improve and expand knowledge exchange of good practices and lessons learned, as well as tools that will facilitate this work. An important element of this knowledge exchange is revamping and updating the Child Friendly Cities website, the information hub for the Child Friendly Cities Initiative (CFCI) and the information therein. This includes developing a portfolio of 10 good practice case studies of initiatives in urban areas for the website. 

 Under the guidance of the Chief, Sustainability and Policy Action Unit and the urban team at the Division of Data, Research and Policy in UNICEF, the intern will develop a portfolio of 10 good practice case studies of initiatives in urban areas for the CFCI website. Approximately 1000 words each.

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Job: STAFF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Closing date: Sunday, 28 May 2017

Posting Title: STAFF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (Temporary Job Opening), P4 (Temporary Job Opening)

Job Code Title: STAFF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Department/ Office: Office of Human Resources Management

Duty Station: NEW YORK

Posting Period: 23 May 2017-29 May 2017

Job Opening number: 17-HRE-DM OHRM-79779-J-NEW YORK(G)

Staffing Exercise ID: N/A

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

Special Notice

Notes

This position is available for the period 1 July through 30 October 2017 subject to availability of post.

A current staff member who holds a fixed-term, permanent or continuing appointment may apply for temporary positions no more than one level above his or her current grade. However, a current staff member who holds an appointment at the G-6 or G-7 level may also apply to temporary positions in the Professional category up to and including the P-3 level, subject to meeting all eligibility and other requirements for the position.

A staff member holding a temporary appointment shall be regarded as an external candidate when applying for other positions, and may apply for other temporary positions at any level, subject to section 5.7 below and staff rule 4.16 (b) (ii). Therefore, a staff member holding a temporary appointment in the General Service or related categories may only apply to positions within those categories.

For full information on eligibility requirements, please refer to section 5 of ST/AI/2010/4Rev.1 on Temporary Appointments. In its resolution 66/234, the General Assembly further 'stressed that the Secretary-General should not recur to the practice of temporarily filling posts in the Professional and higher categories with General Service staff members who have not passed the General Service to Professional category examination other than on an exceptional basis, and requests the Secretary-General to ensure that temporary occupation of such posts by the General Service staff shall not exceed a period of one year, effective 1 January 2013…' Consequently, eligible candidates in the General Service or related categories for temporary job openings in the Professional category that have not passed the competitive examination may be selected only on an exceptional basis endorsed by the Office of Human Resources Management where no other suitable candidate could be identified.

Upon separation from service, including, but not limited to, expiration or termination of, or resignation from, a fixed-term, continuing or permanent appointment, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment on the basis of a temporary appointment for a period of 31 days following the separation. In the case of separation from service on retirement, a former staff member will be ineligible for re-employment for a period of three months following the separation. This equally applies, mutatis mutandis, with respect to a former or current staff member who has held or holds an appointment in another entity applying the United Nations Staff Regulations and Rules and who applies for a temporary position with the Secretariat.

Retirees above the mandatory age of separation who wish to be considered for the current temporary job opening must indicate the reason for their last separation as 'retirement.' Such retirees shall not be employed by the Organization, unless (a) the operational requirements of the Organization cannot be met by staff members who are qualified and available to perform the required functions; and (b) the proposed employment would not adversely affect the career development or redeployment opportunities of other staff members and represents both a cost-effective and operationally sound solution to meet the needs of the service.

Subject to the funding source of the position, this temporary job opening may be limited to candidates based at the duty station.

While this temporary assignment may provide the successful applicant with an opportunity to gain new work experience, the selection for this position is for a limited period and has no bearing on the future incumbency of the post. An external candidate selected for this position is bound by the prevailing condition of the staff selection system under ST/AI/2010/3, as amended, and ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.

A staff member holding a temporary appointment who is recruited in the Professional and above categories on a temporary appointment, and placed on a position authorized for one year or longer may not apply for or be reappointed to his/her current position within six months of the end of his/her current service. This provision does not apply to staff members holding temporary appointments and placed on positions authorized for one year or more in duty stations authorized for peacekeeping operations or special political missions.

The expression 'Internal candidates', shall mean staff members who have been recruited after a competitive examination under staff rule 4.16 or after the advice of a central review body under staff rule 4.15.

Please note that candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

For information on special post allowance, please refer to ST/AI/1999/17. For more details on the administration of temporary appointments please refer to ST/AI/2010/4/Rev.1.

The Staff Regulations, Staff Rules and administrative issuances governing staff appointments can be viewed at: http://www.un.org/hr_handbook/English

Staff members of the United Nations common system organizations who will reach the mandatory age of separation or retirement within the duration of the current temporary need period are not eligible to apply.

Staff members are not eligible to apply for the current temporary job opening if they are unable to serve the specified duration of temporary need before reaching the mandatory age of separation. Submitting an application or selection for the current temporary job opening does not delay or increase the mandatory age of separation.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Learning, Leadership and Organizational Development Section (LLODS), Learning Development and HR Services Division (LDSD), Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM), Department of Management (DM). The incumbent reports directly to the Chief, LLODS/LDSD. LLODS manages a wide range of the Organization's learning and development programmes, for staff at all levels. These programmes are aimed at developing core values, core and managerial competencies and promoting a shared organizational culture and values. In addition, LLODS is responsible for the coordination of opportunities offered to staff for the upgrading of their substantive and technical skills.

Responsibilities

Within limits of delegated authority, the Staff Development Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Manage and supervise Staff Development Assistants to maintain and deliver learning programmes and ensure that programmes are offered at a global scale meeting the needs of the organisation within the allocated budget
• Keep abreast of developments in the area of staff development and learning and take lead in the conceptualisation, design and implementation of new and/or revised staff development activities, policies, practices and procedures to ensure that content is in line with the organisational priorities, learning methodologies applied are fit for purpose (using a variety of online, social and blended approaches) and to ensure that the impact of the programmes is visible
• Serve as focal point for the Learning Needs Assessment and provide recommendations for 2018-19 adjustments to learning programmes in terms of content and modality;
• Guide and ensure the team's competence in building, codification and sharing knowledge, including best practices; participate in and/or lead special staff development projects and initiatives.
• Serve as focal point for the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness and impact of staff development programmes, oversee impact assessment projects, and recommend ways to enhance effectiveness and impact.
• Prepare policy papers, position papers and briefing notes on issues related to Learning, Leadership and Organisational Development to OHRM, Senior Management, the General Assembly and other stakeholders and
• Provide ongoing support to the Chief, LLODS/LDSD including drafting reports, budgets, correspondence, guidelines, etc. Serve as Deputy to the Chief of Section, and Officer-in-Charge in the absence of the Chief of Section.

Competencies

• PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of all aspects of distance learning, knowledge management, learning programmes, training evaluation systems and web-based application development projects; proven analytical skills; ability to synthesize and summarise data and prepare cogent reports; good presentation skills; knowledge of human resources policies, practices and procedures; and, ability to identify issues, formulate opinions, make conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; and, remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• PLANNING & ORGANIZING: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Ability to plan, coordinate and monitor own work and work of those under his/her supervision.
• TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology and learning modalities; Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office and to increase effectiveness of learning programmes offered to clients; Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; Shows willingness to learn new technology.
• MANAGING PERFORMANCE: Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority; makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each team member; accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills; monitors progress against milestones and deadlines; regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to team members; encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative; actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff; appraises performance fairly.
• JUDGEMENT/DECISION-MAKING: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly. Gathers relevant information before making a decision. Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them. Makes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization. Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information. Checks assumptions against facts. Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision. Makes tough decisions when necessary.

Education

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in human resources management, education, business or public administration, social sciences, or related area.
• A first level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Work Experience

• A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in HR learning and development, including designing learning programmes using a variety of learning methodologies (including online, social, face-to-face and blended learning) is required.
• Experience in conducting learning impact assessment and needs assessments is highly desirable.
• Experience in policy development or related fields of public administration is highly desirable.
• Experience in drafting high level documentation for legislative bodies and/or Senior Management is highly desirable.
• Experience working in a field mission or OAHs environment is highly desirable.

Languages

• English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• For this position, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law.

Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on 'The Application Process' and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on 'Manuals' hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira.

Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations.

Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted.

Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.

For more info: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1495602847820

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Job: INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS

Closing date: Monday, 5 June 2017

Posting Title: INTERN - Environment Affairs - UN Environment Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Asia Pacific Regional Task Force Internship., I (Temporary Job Opening)

Job Code Title: INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS

Department/ Office: United Nations Environment Programme

Duty Station: GENEVA

Posting Period: 23 May 2017-6 June 2017

Job Opening number: 17-ENV-UNEP-79711-J-GENEVA (O)

Staffing Exercise ID: N/A

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

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include

• 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.
• Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-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.
• A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

The UN Environment Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) (www.unepfi.org) is a unique global partnership between the UN Environment and the private financial sector. UNEP FI works closely with over 200 financial institutions that are signatories to the UNEP FI Statements of Environmental Commitment, and a range of partner organizations to develop and promote linkages between the environment, sustainability and financial performance. Through its industry commissions, thematic advisory groups and regional activities, UNEP FI carries out its mission to identify, promote, and realize the adoption of sustainability practices at all levels of financial institution operations.

At present, UNEP FI members come from the banking, insurance and investment industries, spread across almost 60 countries. UNEP FI's global-level work streams are translated into and informed by regional- and national-level activities and priorities. Regional and national coordination provides the opportunity for Asia Pacific members to interact and share best practices with regard to mainstreaming sustainability in business operations, addressing issues of specific interest in the region, and ensuring regional representation within. The main lines of Asia Pacific work are the following

• Build and reinforce UNEP FI relations with strategic actors at regional and national networks/ alliances promoting sustainable finance in selected countries;
• Support the increase of awareness of social and environmental risks and opportunities for the financial sector, and the capacity to integrate sustainability in business operations by finance institutions in Asia Pacific.

The UNEP FI Asia Pacific Regional Task Force internship is for 6 months.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time, and based in Geneva, Switzerland.

Interns work five days per week (40 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.

In line with UNEP FI work programme for 2017 and under the supervision of the Signatory Relations Manager, the Intern will support the implementation and consolidation of UNEP FI workplans for Asia Pacific.

• Conduct / update research on the situation of sustainable finance in selected focus countries, feeding into the regional outreach activities;
• Support the outreach activities to expand signatories to the UNEP Statement of Commitment by Financial Institutions on Sustainable Development;
• Assist with preparation of sustainable finance events in the region (training and awareness-raising activities);
• Update the contact database for UNEP FI Signatories in Asia Pacific, if and as relevant;
• Assist in liaising with UNEP FI Signatories in Asia Pacific, country partners and other relevant stakeholders;
• Assist with development and translation of public communication through, for example, UNEP FI newsletter, website, etc. particularly as relevant for Japan and Korea;
• Support in liaison between and among Coordinators based in Bangkok, Tokyo and Seoul.

The tasks will be prioritized according to the immediate /upcoming activities of UNEP FI in Asia Pacific.

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

Planning and Organizing

• Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies
• Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required
• Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work
• Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning
• Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary
• Uses time efficiently

Accountability

• Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments
• Delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards
• Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules
• Supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments
• Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

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

Creativity

• Actively seeks to improve programmes or services
• Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs
• Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas
• Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks 'outside the box'
• Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things
• Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches

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

Commitment to Continuous Learning

• Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession
• Actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally
• Contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates
• Shows willingness to learn from others
• Seeks feedback to learn and improve

Managerial Competencies

Vision

• Identifies strategic issues, opportunities and risks.
• Clearly communicates links between the Organization's strategy and the work unit's goals.
• Generates and communicates broad and compelling organizational direction, inspiring others to pursue that same direction
• Conveys enthusiasm about future possibilities

Leadership

• Serves as a role model that other people want to follow
• Empowers others to translate vision into results
• Is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives
• Establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support
• Anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions
• Drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo
• Shows the courage to take unpopular stands

Empowering Others

• Delegates responsibility, clarifies expectations, and gives staff autonomy in important areas of their work
• Encourages others to set challenging goals
• Holds others accountable for achieving results related to their area of responsibility
• Genuinely values all staff members' input and expertise
• Shows appreciation and rewards achievement and effort
• Involves others when making decisions that affect them

Managing Performance

• Delegates the appropriate responsibility, accountability and decision-making authority
• Makes sure that roles, responsibilities and reporting lines are clear to each staff member
• Accurately judges the amount of time and resources needed to accomplish a task and matches task to skills
• Monitors progress against milestones and deadlines
• Regularly discusses performance and provides feedback and coaching to staff
• Encourages risk-taking and supports creativity and initiative
• Actively supports the development and career aspirations of staff
• Appraises performance fairly

BuildingTrust

• Provides an environment in which others can talk and act without fear of repercussion
• Manages in a deliberate and predictable way
• Operates with transparency; has no hidden agenda
• Places confidence in colleagues, staff members and clients
• Gives proper credit to others
• Follows through on agreed upon actions
• Treats sensitive or confidential information appropriately

Judgement/ Decision-making

• Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly
• Gathers relevant information before making a decision
• Considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them
• Takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization
• Proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information
• Checks assumptions against facts
• Determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision
• Makes tough decisions when necessary

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

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;

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.

Preferred area of study: Masters in economics, finance, development studies, business management

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.
• Knowledge of Japanese and / or Korean is also an advantage.

Assessment

• Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on 'The Application Process' and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on 'Manuals' hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The screening and evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines.

Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications, including but not limited to, their education, work experience, and language skills, according to the instructions provided on inspira.

Applicants will be disqualified from consideration if they do not demonstrate in their application that they meet the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations.

Applicants are solely responsible for providing complete and accurate information at the time of application: no amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.

For more info: https://unjobs.org/vacancies/1495617263513

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