Background
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UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
UNDP in the Kyrgyz Republic has been providing continuous support to the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic in mainstreaming gender into the national policies through UNDP programme activities. Expert and technical assistance rendered to implement the National Gender Strategy 2022–2030 and National Action Plan (NAP) on Gender Equality 2022–2024, UN Security Council Resolution 1325 NAPs. UNDP puts efforts on mainstreaming gender in Sustainable Development Goals across its program and projects in line to global 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. One of the tasks of UNDP gender program is strengthening the partnerships with UN Agencies and other development agencies to support country goals on gender equality meeting the six signature solutions of UNDP Gender Equality Strategy 2022–2025: eradication of poverty, accountable and inclusive governance, resilience, nature-based development solutions, clean and affordable energy, and gender equality. UNDP's Gender Equality Strategy 2022-2025, aligned with its Strategic Plan, guides UNDP in its efforts to assist countries in accelerating progress on gender equality and the empowerment of women over the next four years.
Mainstreaming gender within the Country programme portfolios of UNDP is a key requirement that necessitates application of corporate tools of UNDP and reporting of gender-based results in program and project implementation in Public Effectiveness and Accountable Institutions, Sustainable Inclusive Growth, Climate Change, Environment, and Energy, and HIV and TB programme. UNDP is committed to achieving gender equality and provides continuously its expertise and effectiveness in protecting and advancing women's rights and gender equality in Kyrgyzstan.
Taking in account the ongoing gender mainstreaming plan implemenaiton, UNDP intends to recruit an intern to support gender plans in 2025 in collecting gender related data, assisting with capacity building activities, support with gender seal activities, gender equality and women’s empowerment related initiatives, gender raising communications and awareness campaigns.
The Intern works in close collaboration with UNDP Gender Mainstreaming Specialist, Communications Specialists, and Programmes and Operations Team to ensure effective support to UNDP CO on various programmatic and operational issues related to the gender mainstreaming.
Perform other duties within your functional profile as assigned and deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the office. Core Competencies:
Achieve Results:
Think Innovatively:
LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvementsLearn Continuously:
LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedbackAdapt with Agility:
LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexibleAct with Determination:
LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confidentEngage and Partner:
LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationshipsEnable Diversity and Inclusion:
LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discriminationCross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Management - Communication:
• Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience.
• Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
Business Management - Digital Awareness and Literacy:
• Ability to monitor new and emerging technologies, as well as understand their usage, potential, limitations, impact, and added value.
• Knowledge of the usage of digital technologies and emerging trends.
Business Management - Working with Evidence and Data:
• Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making
Business Development - Knowledge Generation:
• Ability to research information and to turn it into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need.
• Knowledge of relevant concepts, conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations.
Communications - Graphic design:
• Ability to communicate visually and create appealing UNDP graphic products
Communications - Multimedia production:
• Ability to create and combine images, text and audio- visuals to produce multimedia content
2030 Agenda: People - Gender:
• Data and Research on Gender Equality
Financial issues and working arrangements
The intern will receive a monthly stipend. UNDP will not be able to sponsor visas / work permits and travel to and from duty station of this internship assignment (Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic). The intern should be based in Bishkek throughout the whole duration of the assignment. UNDP will not be able to provide personal computer/laptop and other computer equipment. Usual working hours at UNDP Country Office are from 9.00 to 18.00. Mode of performance: full-time (100%), remote with visits to office and participation in events. Disclaimer Applicant information about UNDP rosters