Background
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. 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.
As the lead UN development agency, UNDP supports countries in their efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. UNDP is present in 170 countries around the world and works to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities. The UNDP Nordic Representation Office is located at the UN City in Copenhagen, with satellite offices in Stockholm and Oslo. Together we work for distributing knowledge about UNDP’s work in the Nordic countries as well as coordinating the partnership with these key partners.
The internship position offers a unique opportunity for insight into UNDP’s work and the chance to gain experience from an international professional environment. We are a small office, and the intern will have the opportunity to participate in an array of different tasks and be positioned to influence the office’s work.
The intern will work out of UNDP’s office at UN City in Copenhagen, reporting to the Operations Associate under the overall guidance of the Partnership and Communications Analyst.
Scope of Work:
Support the Operations Associate in organizing travel, including purchase of tickets, travel arrangements and clearance in UNDP Quantum/UNAll, DSA calculation/payment. Support the Operations Association in preparing payments, purchase orders and monitoring of the payments. Support the Operations Associate in the management of the office budget and cost recoveries. Support administration, coordination and logistical preparation of NRO internships.Filing official documents including invoices, contracts for internal and external audit purposes.
Support in preparation and management of NRO procurement processes in full compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies, implementation of effective internal controls. Support in preparation and management of micro-purchase processes in and outside of UNDP Quantum/UNAll.Coordination of NRO assets management, timely preparation and submission of periodic inventory reports, coordination of physical verification of inventory items in coordination with NRO asset management focal points.
Support in preparing for and managing conferences, workshops, retreats, as applicable. Monitoring of office and maintenance related expenses in coordination and communication with UN City Common Services.Eligibility:
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher); Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent); Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation; Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship programme and undertake the internship as part of this programme.Application Process:
Interested individuals must include the following documents when submitting the applications in UNDP job shop (Please note that only 1 (one) file can be uploaded therefore please include all documents in one file):
Updated CV as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate and at least two (2) professional references. Cover letter containing a brief description of why the individual considers him/herself as the most suitable for the internship.General Conditions:
In accordance with the UNDP Internship policy, UNDP interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend, with a rate that varies depending on the duty location. The stipend will be paid monthly. Where an intern is financially supported by an institution, government or third party, UNDP will pay the intern the difference, if any, between the external financial support provided and the applicable UNDP stipend. Except for the stipend, all other expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring government or institutions. Interns are not considered staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity. The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP, but to complement an intern’s studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship. Disclaimer