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Information Analyst – Swiss UNYV  

UNDP

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Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%

Type of contract: Volunteer

Duration: 12 months

Education level: Master’s degree

Driving licence: Car driving licence

Macro-area: Latin America and the Caribbean

Level of experience: Junior Professional, 1 to 3 years

Area of work Definition: Advocacy, Media and Communication

Area of work: Documentation, Knowledge Management, Research, Analysis

Area of work: Political Affairs, Conflict and Peacekeeping

Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations

Join date: September 2025

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is one of the main development organisations that contributes to poverty eradication and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. UNDP helps countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and to build resilience in order to sustain development results.

Venezuela faces political, economic, and security challenges that impact stability and UN support. The Peace and Development Team aids the UNDP and Resident Coordination Office with analysis, technical support, and conflict-sensitive programming. The team equips the UN Country Team to address challenges, promote recovery, and safeguard civic space.

As Information Analyst you support UNDP as follows:

  • Monitor national and international media outlets, gather and transcribe relevant statements and documents;

  • Track decisions and processes of international bodies regarding Venezuela;

  • Analyze various information sources to deepen understanding of Venezuelan developments;

  • Prepare weekly updates and regular written reports on contextual analysis;

  • Support UN internal coordination, including monitoring electoral rights and organizing meetings/workshops;

  • Etc.

Part of the Talent programme “Swiss Youth at the United Nations / World Bank Group“, this position is sponsored by the Peace and Human Rights Division (PHRD). An International UN Youth Volunteer contract ensures that travel, relocation and UN health insurance costs are covered. Additionally, a monthly living allowance is paid. Find more information in the UNV “Unified Conditions of Service” and the UNV “Entitlement calculator”.

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Skills required

For the programme:

  • Swiss nationality;
  • Master’s degree;
  • Ideally 12 months of relevant professional experience (min. 3 months – max. 24 months);
  • Max. 28 years old at the date of application;
  • Excellent command of English and 2 official Swiss languages (one active = C1/C2, one passive = A2/B1);
  • Proven interest in joining the international cooperation sector.
  • Driving license for PHRD financed positions.

For this position:

  • Master’s degree in International Relations, Political Science, Political Economy, Development Studies, Peace and Conflict Studies, or a related discipline;
  • Demonstrated interest and/or experience (ideally one year) in areas related to international affairs, political affairs, security, and/or information analysis;
  • Strong analytical / research skills and excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • A first experience in information management, information systems or other related experience would be highly regarded;
  • Fluent in English and working knowledge in Spanish.

 

Please find more details in the full job description.

 

We are committed to gender balance and encourage applications from qualified individuals of all genders. We also welcome applications from people with different gender identities and from people with different backgrounds, including sexual orientation, disability, cultural or religious background. We value an inclusive working environment that promotes equal opportunities and a non-discriminatory culture. 

 

 

Important details regarding your application

Make sure your profile on cinfoPoste is complete and up to date:

  • Motivation letter in English (not more than 3500 characters, to be inserted in the pop-up window when you click on ‘apply’)
  • CV in English incl the exact length and the % of your employments
  • Work certificates, diplomas and university credentials (as PDF) uploaded under the section “documents” in your login area
  • Copy of your driving license

 

Find useful tips and resources related to UN applications on the cinfo website and read this article.  

 

 

Application deadline: 22 April 2025

First round of interviews carried out by cinfo: between 13 May and 22 May 2025

Final selection: made by the host organisation based on cinfo’s recommendation and a second interview with them. Selected candidates will be informed towards the end of June 2025.

Onboarding and training: The onboarding process will start after the selection. Selected candidates will have to attend mandatory predeparture training in August.

Entry on duty: Departure is possible after the mandatory training. The final departure date will be discussed after the selection and depends on several factors.

 

Are you interested in the programme “Swiss Youth at the United Nations / World Bank Group“? Do you have specific questions about the process and how to apply? Join us on Microsoft Teams during our Live Q&A sessions on Thursday, 03 April at 5.00pm or Thursday, 17 April at 12pm. More information about the sessions via this link.

 

Any questions? Contact Roman Twerenbold and Michal Habegger, cinfo’s Recruitment Specialists, [email protected]

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