The Position:
Under the direct supervision of the Gender M&E Analyst, the intern will support the GBVF Directorate in areas such as administration, information management, and stakeholder coordination to improve the Directorate's efficiency and effectiveness.
A work-plan with achievements for the duration of the Internship and learning opportunities will be agreed upon. Periodic progress meetings will lead to a beneficial environment for the Intern enhancing her/his skills and capacity in areas related to UNFPA’s mandate.
How you can make a difference:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.
In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.
UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.
You would be responsible for:
Information and Data Support
Support the organization and update of a secure central GBVF Information Repository. Collect and catalogue relevant GBVF-related reports and resources from partners including civil society, government, and research bodies. Support regular updates of key documents (e.g., CSO reports, Response Fund submissions, progress briefs). Track data requests and usage in coordination with the teamStakeholder Engagement Database
Support the design and maintenance of the stakeholder engagement spreadsheet, including inputs such as names, sectors, contact info, and contributions to the NSP-GBVF. Assist in verifying and updating database records on a quarterly basis.Meeting and Event Coordination
Support the scheduling of meetings and engagements with stakeholders and implementing partners. Assist with preparing meeting agendas, recording key points during discussions, and circulating minutes. Help track follow-up actions and ensure timely updates from previous meetings. Provide logistical support during workshops, consultations, or dialogues organized by the GBVF Directorate.Project Tracking and Scanning
Support the team by conducting an online search of GBVF Projects and activities in South Africa Attend virtual meetings and events, and capture key messages and useful information Monitor the progress of ongoing internal projects and share updatesQualifying for an Internship:
All interns must meet the following educational and other eligibility requirements:
Educational requirements
a. Be enrolled in a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and have completed one full academic year;
b. Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as master’s programme or higher);
c. Have recently graduated with a university degree as defined above and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation; or
d. Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional trainee programme and undertake the internship as part of this programme.
Other eligibility requirements
e. Demonstrate interest in the field of development;
f. Demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in at least one of the working languages of the United Nations (English)
g. Demonstrate ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.
Education:
Your Experiences:
Some experience in working with development agencies, including in volunteer capacity. Fluency in English. Knowledge of other languages is an asset. Strong analytical and writing skills. Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds.Learning Elements:
Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the Intern will gain the following knowledge assets:
Increased understanding of the UNFPA and the Programme Division within UNFPA Understand the UNFPA mandate and policies, including regional set-up Understand and familiarize with UNFPA Governance and Executive Board Understand UNFPA programme design and delivery mechanisms Understand the dynamics of operational and programme support and communications to the field, and at the level of HQ Learn UN technical language, working procedures, and coordination mechanisms Write and formulate substantive documents Network with UN colleagues Work experience as a team member in a multicultural settingUNFPA Work Environment:
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.
Disclaimer:
Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.
UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.