Work LocationOffice based - Hybrid Expected duration6 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis Internship is under the supervision of Industry and Economy Division Chemicals branch, SPIS and GFC Units in Geneva Switzerland. Under the supervision, guidance and mentoring of the respective Programme Management Officers, the Intern(s) The intern will support the Special Programme’s resource mobilisation, the intern will be responsible for the following: • Support the implementation of the resource mobilization strategy and fundraising action plan, including: identifying and prioritizing potential sources of funding (governments, philanthropic foundations, and others); gathering and updating donor contact details and profiles to support structured outreach; supporting the planning and tracking of donor engagement efforts during the first year of implementation. • Research and draw assessments of donors’ interests, funding patterns, strategic priorities and make recommendations for engagement • Support the preparation and submission of funding proposals and related materials, including: drafting concept notes, proposals, and cover messages in line with donor requirements and calls for proposals; • Draft and edit written materials for donor engagement, such as: briefing notes, background materials, and talking points for meetings with donors; content suggestions for donor-focused communications materials, including infographics, key messages, web updates, and presentation slides. • Perform other work-related duties as required. Qualifications/special skillsUNEP is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development with the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Preferred Area of Study: Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in environmental sciences, chemical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, sustainable development, or engineering or related field is required. Fully proficient computer skills and use of web-based platforms and relevant software e.g. word processing, PowerPoint, excel, internal databases, Internet etc. Preference may be given to Master's candidates. Candidate should demonstrate keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the United Nations Charter. Candidate should demonstrate 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. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and MS Teams. Have excellent research, analytical skills, drafting and report writing experience. Good knowledge of resource mobilization methodologies and approaches. Excellent interpersonal skills. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable. NOTE: \"fluency equals a rating of \"fluent\" in all four areas (read, write, speak, understand) and \"Knowledge of\" equals a rating of \"confident\" in two of the four areas. Additional InformationNot available. Intern Specific textInterns 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. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No FeeTHE 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.