GLOBAL UNDP Careers
New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Internship
06-Mar-2024
20-Feb-24 (Midnight New York, USA)
Intern
6 months
12d 7h 58m
English
6 months
Apply Now Refer a FriendUNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. 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.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the knowledge frontier organization for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s policy and programme work, carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office (CO) levels, form a contiguous spectrum of deep, local knowledge to cutting edge global perspectives and advocacy.
The UNDP Tax for Sustainable Development Goals Initiative (Tax for SDGs) supports developing countries in increasing domestic resource mobilization and achieving the SDGs. It is managed by the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS’s) Sustainable Finance Hub (SFH), with resource persons embedded in the SDG Finance Teams in Amman, Bangkok, Istanbul, Panama and Pretoria.
Taxes are the key funding source for investments in achieving the SDGs. Tax policy can influence desired behaviours and help attract additional investment. In addition, taxes are vital to fostering a stronger social contract between the citizens and the state. Tax for SDGs has a particular emphasis on linking tax administration and tax and fiscal policies with the broader SDGs. As one of its workstreams, Tax for SDGs supports the implementation of the joint OECD/UNDP Tax Inspectors Without Borders Initiative (TIWB). Further, building on UNDP CO portfolios and already existing engagements with Ministries, Tax for SDGs brings a stronger focus on the role of tax and fiscal policy in achieving the 2023 Agenda. It covers the following thematic areas: tax and gender equality, health, environment, extractive, engergy transition, digitalization of tax administration, tax transparency, tax expenditure, evidence-based policy making. The tax expenditures component provides guiding principles and frameworks to help countries incorporate the values of the SDGs within tax expenditures based on evidence and comparative experience. In addition, Tax for SDGs also launched the draft SDG Taxation Framework, a comprehensive methodology designed for national governments to optimize the alignment of a country’s tax system with the SDG. For more information, please refer to the Initiative’s event page: www.taxforsdgs.org/about.
Under the rules and regulations of the UNDP Internship policy, UNDP Tax for SDGs offers multiple internships; these can relate to global coordination, regional work, selected thematic areas, and communications.
Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Technical / Functional Competencies:
• Good understanding of the 2030 Agenda and Financing for Development.
• Good understanding of tax/fiscal policy, tax administration processes, public finance reforms, and management.
• Ability to draft clearly and concisely, good writing skills;
• Analytical aptitude, communication, and presentation skills;
• Ability to work flexibly and innovatively and meet tight deadlines;
• Good organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills;
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently and effectively.
Personal Competencies:
• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
• Demonstrates openness to change and ability to receive/ integrate feedback;
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from different national and cultural backgrounds to achieve organizational goals;
• Establishes, builds, and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external partners and supports team efforts;
• Positive and results-oriented attitude.
Education:
Area of Interest/Experience
Although applicants are not required to have work experience, relevant knowledge/experience will be a strong asset.
Application Process
Conditions
Selected candidates must submit the following documents prior to being offered a Letter of
Acceptance for Internship:
• A duly completed UNDP Internship Application Form
• A signed UNDP Internship Agreement
• Copy of updated CV/resume
• Official letter from the university confirming current enrolment and graduation date;
• Copy of passport/national ID card;
• A copy of his/her school transcript;
• Letter of endorsement/recommendation from a Professor;
• Proof of both Medical and Life Insurance which is valid for the duty station and covers duration of the internship programme.
Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply. UNDP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of color, gender, or any other status.
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