United Nations Environment Programme(UNEP) Intern - environment affairs

United Nations Environment Programme Intern - environment affairs

Job titile: INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS - UNEP Division of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI), I
Department: United Nations Environment Programme
Deadline: 28 February 2014
Job Opening number: 14-IMA-UNEP-33369-R-NAIROBI (O)

Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.
The UNEP Division of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI),internship is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the department.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Freshwater and Marine Ecosystems Branch (FMEB) of the Division of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI), the intern will:
A. Support the implementation of the Regional Seas Partnership for Small Island Developing States (SIDS):
• Following up and assisting Regional Seas programmes that contain SIDS member states to implement the forthcoming Regional Seas partnership for SIDS, as it relates to the green economy for oceans and SIDS, as well as other relevant decisions taken by UNEP’s Environment Assembly and Conference of the Parties;
• Monitoring UNEP programmes with SIDS, and to evaluate achievements, including analysis of problems encountered, recommending solutions and remedial actions;
B. Assist the Head of Branch in the delivery of the 40th Anniversary of the Regional Seas Programme:
• Assisting in the preparation of materials and media related activities related to the 40th Anniversary of the Regional Seas Programmes
C. Assist the Head of Branch in the delivery of the 40th Anniversary of the Regional Seas Programme:
• Assisting in the preparation of materials and media related activities related to the 40th Anniversary of the Regional Seas Programmes
Competencies
Core Competencies:
Communication:
-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Teamwork:
-Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
-Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
-Places team agenda before personal agenda
-Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
-Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
Client Orientation:
-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
-Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
be enrolled in:
a. be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Be computer literate in standard software applications;
Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
Have a demonstrated the 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.
Advanced University degree in relevant fields of international relations and development, marine affairs, marine biology, geography, business administration and economics preferred.
Special Notice
Your application for this internship must include; 1.A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
2.An accompanying letter (cover note) that includes; Title of degree you are currently studying, Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the programme), List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
3. A letter from your university clearly indicating the status of your enrollment, what programme you are enrolled in and the anticipated date of graduation from the programme.
4. A copy of your university degree certificate (if you have graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.



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