Org. Setting and Reporting
The intern will be part of the Programme Development and Management Unit (PDMU) at UNODC
Headquarters, Vienna, Austria. The Programme Management and Development Unit (PDMU) is part of the Research and Analysis Branch (RAB), Division of Policy Analysis and Public Affairs (DPA). PDMU provides programme development and management support to the Research and Trend Analysis Branch. The Unit is responsible for the management of research programmes on Illicit Crop Monitoring, Alternative Development, wildlife crime and crimes that affect the environment. Further, the Unit coordinates the development of new and/or cross-sectional research programmes and projects in line with the Thematic Programme of the Branch. PDMU provides programme management support and publication and dissemination services to the Drug Research Section, the Crime Research Section and the Data Development and Dissemination Unit.
The PDMU internship is for three months starting in May 2023 with an opportunity for extension, pending the need of the office.
Internships with Offices of the United Nations Secretariat are UNPAID and full-time, i.e., 5 days per week (40 hours).
For more information on UNODC, please visit the following website: www.unodc.org. Responsibilities
The intern shall undertake the following duties which may include, but are not limited to:
• Support the work of PDMU, including the development and management of new and/or cross-sectional research programs and projects, and all its on-going research activities (illicit crop monitoring, wildlife and crimes that affect the environment, alternative development);
• Assist in the development of project proposals and concept notes, including background research and budgeting;
• Assist in drafting of relevant research reports;
• Contribute to the drafting and production of communication products (press releases, web stories, social media), seeking input and information from colleagues, as well as supporting the launches of research products and other outreach events;
• Act as focal point and media liaison on issues related to research and the work of RAB, monitoring and reporting on developments, responding to inquiries, etc.
• Assist in the preparation of expert group meetings, events and other research related meetings and support related follow-up actions;
• Support the work of UNODC´s Global Research Network by facilitating meetings, distributing information, drafting communication;
• Perform other tasks as necessary. Competencies
Communication:
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, exhibits interest in having
two-way communication, tailors language, tone, style and format to match 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 limitation of technology
to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows
willingness to learn new technology. Education
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following
conditions must be met:
• Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate
school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the
final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or
equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected,
must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation (OFFICIAL PROOF
FROM THE UNIVERSITY TO SUPPORT ONE OF THE ABOVE OPTIONS HAS TO BE
ATTACHED TO THE INSPIRA APPLICATION);
• Applicants for an internship must be enrolled in a full-time university degree programme
(Master's or equivalent) in a graduate school (second university degree or higher), or, if
applicants are pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into
undergraduate and graduate stages, they must 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; working knowledge of MS Word,
Excel, Power Point is required.
• Familiarity with drug and crime related matters are desirable.
• Applicants must have a keen demonstrated 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 includes willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Work Experience
No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. Fluency in English, i.e. oral and written proficiency is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage. Assessment
Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager for further consideration. Special Notice
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.
A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
• The Degree Programme and the name of the University (What are you currently studying?)
• The Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the
programme?)
• A list the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
• List your top three areas of interest.
• Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.
• Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.
Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be
contacted.
Other Skills and Requirements
The intern should have:
- a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views;
- a keen interest in the countries covered by the illicit crop monitoring programme, including Afghanistan, Bolivia, Colombia, Lao PDR, Mexico, Myanmar, Nigeria and Peru.
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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.
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.
The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.
The 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 according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. 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 reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (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.
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