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Background
UNDP has operated in Ethiopia since 1981. Since then, UNDP has focused on providing Ethiopia with strategic support to build national capacity and enhance the country’s development results in the areas of poverty reduction and economic growth, democratic governance as well as climate-resilient development. UNDP is currently assisting the Government of Ethiopia (GoE) to overcome its structural challenges as it strives to become a democratic, peaceful and prosperous middle-income country. It supports a successful transition to democratic governance, addresses drivers of conflict to consolidate and build peace, fosters enabling conditions for expanded job creation by the private sector (especially SMEs) and accelerates the transition to a green economy resilient to climate change. Gender equality and women’s empowerment are embedded across all areas of work.
In alignment with the CPD (2020-2025), UNDP has also been investing to strengthen the capacity of key federal, and regional partners while supporting communities in Ethiopia for a successful transition to democratic governance, address drivers of conflict, promote peacebuilding, create enabling environment for expanded job creation by the private sector (especially SMEs) and accelerate the transition to a climate-resilient green. Gender equality and women’s empowerment are integrated across all areas of work.
Accordingly, UNDP Ethiopia is seeking to strengthen its security and risk management capacity through the engagement of a Security Intern. This internship provides a valuable opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain practical, hands-on experience in security operations within a dynamic and professional international organization.
The selected intern will support the day-to-day activities of the security unit, contributing to risk assessments, incident tracking, and the implementation of safety protocols. This role offers insight into the operational side of development work, with a focus on ensuring the safety and security of personnel and assets.
Objective
To support the Security Unit in ensuring the safety and security of staff, assets, and operations while gaining practical knowledge and experience in security risk management.
The Internship will offer graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNDP's work. The program complements development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of multilateral technical cooperation. It allows recent graduates to get a taste of UNDP’s development work. The Intern is thus expected to participate in a variety of tasks and work with the different thematic areas along with the staff members and the Team Leader for the Unit.
13. Perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
Learning Objectives
Interest and motivation in working in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter in an international organization. Increased understanding of UNDP’s work and the UN system Understand the principles of security risk management in a professional setting. Gain practical experience in managing security operations and tools. Develop skills in analysis, reporting, and emergency preparedness. Improved knowledge and understanding of administrative and operational rules, policies, and regulations of UNDP. Build and develop professional relationships with UNDP colleagues and colleagues from other UN agencies. Work as a team member in a multicultural settingTechnical Competencies
Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating information and data for content creation Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal-oriented mind-set. Communicate effectively when working in teams and independently. Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities. Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office and software applications). Interest in safety, risk management, or emergency response. Strong communication and analytical skills. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. Willingness to learn and work in a team-oriented environment.Other competencies and attitudes
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability. Excellent interactive and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment and beliefs/backgrounds. Respond positively to feedback and differing points of view. Required Skills and ExperienceLanguages
Fluency in oral and written English and national language is required. Knowledge of other UN languages is an asset. (written and spoken)Application:
The following documents shall be required from the applicants:
Updated CV and cover letter (in English)* Please note that you will have to provide educational credentials at a later stage.
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