Vacancy Announcemen t
Secretariat of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
Office of the Director-General (ODG)
Governance Support Office (GSO)
Publication/Transmission Date: 21 March 2021
Deadline for Application: 3 April 2021
Title and Grade: Intern, Youth and Parliamentary Engagement, GSO
Duration of Appointment: 6 Months
Indicative Remuneration: Monthly stipend [1]
Duty Station: Remote Internship
Date for Entry on Duty: Between 1 May to 1 June 2021
Background
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) is an inter-governmental organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi, mandated to promote the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms of renewable energy in the pursuit of sustainable development, energy access, energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity. IRENA's mission is to play a leading role in the ongoing transformation of the global energy systems as a centre of excellence for knowledge and innovation, a global voice of renewable energy, a network hub for all stakeholders and a source of advice and support for countries. At present, IRENA has 163 Members (162 States and the European Union) that acceded to its Statute, and 21 additional States in the process of accession and actively engaged.
The Agency implements its mandate with the view to sustainable development, increased energy security and low-carbon economic growth and prosperity.
Objectives of the Internship Assignment
The internship post is located in the Governance Support Office (GSO) within the Office of the Director-General (ODG). The intern will provide support to the work of the youth and parliamentary engagement functions, particularly in the implementation of specific activities and initiatives taking place in 2021.
Particular Functions
In line with the objectives outlined above, the intern is expected to perform a range of technical and organizational functions, including but not limited to:
Learning Areas
During the internship period, the successful applicant will develop an understanding of the IRENA's parliamentary and youth engagement strategy, develop skills relating to planning and organizing and logistics support. The intern will also be able to further develop their skills related to research, analytical thinking, drafting, meeting organization, communications and social media.
Timeframe
The internship is for a period of six months commencing on/about 1 May 2021 or as agreed with the intern/sponsor but not after 1 June 2021. The exact period will be determined based on the availability of the intern and the needs of the programme. The maximum duration of the internship is nine months, subject to the intern's continued university enrolment and performance.
Minimum Requirements
Internship Conditions
IRENA interns are not considered to be staff members. The selected intern will work remotely on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) as per the working hours of IRENA premises in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
For more detailed information about IRENA Internship Programme, please visit the internships section on our recruitment webpage.
Application Procedure
IRENA wishes to encourage applications from female candidates, especially from nationals of developing countries.
[1] This internship is remote based, and the selected intern will be remunerated at a rate of USD 1,200.
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