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Intern – Project Management (Capacity Building)

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  • Posted 6 months ago

UNOPS - United Nations Office for Project Services

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Job categories Project Management, Climate, Environment
Vacancy code VA/2024/B5002/28159
Department/office GPO, GVA, Water, Environment & Climate (WEC)
Duty station Bonn, Germany
Contract type Intern
Contract level Intern
Duration 6 months, with possibility for extension up to 12 months based on funds availability
Application period 14-May-2024 to 29-May-2024
Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

Functional Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the Technical Specialist – Environmental, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting capacity building activities under ICAT, in particular training activities and the development of the ICAT toolbox. The incumbent may also be asked to conduct background research related to different aspects of ICAT’s work and activities, and support the development of outreach material and events.

1. Capacity Building and Training Support:

  • Support the planning and programme management of capacity building activities, particularly training (both online and in-person).

  • Assist in the logistics and administration tasks for online and in-person training events, including communication with participants. 

  • Assist in the review of training content and development of facilitation plans, including liaising with training partners, subject matter experts and service providers.  

  • Assist in the organization of presentations and other communication material.

2. Toolbox Support:

  • Support the coordination of activities and tracking of deliverables under the ICAT toolbox, including liaising with relevant partners and institutions.

  • Assist in the preparation of terms of reference for new tools and guides, including conducting research on technical topics related to climate change. 

  • Support ICAT MELU focal points on evaluations.

  • Support the organization and delivery of outreach events and activities such as webinars including assisting in the preparation of outreach and communication material.

3. Research support:

  • Assist with background research on aspects related to the work of ICAT. Assistance will also be required for research on specific topics related to the countries covered by ICAT, with a focus on their GHG emissions and climate policies and actions in a global, regional and national perspective, in particular, nationally determined contributions and biennial transparency reports;

  • Perform other duties as required based on ICAT Secretariat’s needs.

Training components and learning elements
The incumbent will have the opportunity to join the ICAT Secretariat meetings, including any relevant high-level meetings, and get exposure to key stakeholders involved with climate action and transparency, such as other UN agencies (e.g. UNFCCC, UNEP, UNDP, UNSSC, UNU), several country and multi-partner donors, international non-governmental organizations and representatives from country beneficiaries. 

The incumbent will also have full access to UNOPS intranet, the Project ERP system and the Communities of Practice (COPs) in Project Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Innovation and Research, Sustainable Infrastructure, etc.   

Participation in missions or training courses

The incumbent will have access to the UNOPS Learning Zone and apply for training in Programme Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Coaching, Competency Based Interviews and mandatory training as per UNOPS policy.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education: 

  • The incumbent should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor or Masters OR have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to the applications date of the internship and be in possession of a residence permit or nationality permitting them to stay and conduct the internship in Germany during the full time of the internship
  • Area of study should preferably relate to climate change, development studies, and/or environmental management.

Internship-related experience: 
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience but experience working or volunteering in any of the following areas is highly desirable:

  • Climate change
  • Capacity Building
  • Research
Computer Literacy:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Suite is essential 
  • Proficiency in the use of Articulate programmes would be an asset

Language Requirements:

  • Proven fluency of English – oral and written required.
  • Proficiency in Spanish and/or French would be a distinct advantage.
Additional Considerations:

  • Strong data analysis skills; 
  • Ability to synthesize large amounts of information and communicate it clearly;
  • Efficient time management skills, including the ability to manage multiple ongoing projects alongside tasks requiring a quick turnaround;
  • The incumbent is responsible for abiding by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS; 
  • The incumbent is responsible for arranging their own travel and securing any necessary visas;
  • The incumbent should provide confirmation that they are fit specifically for the duty station conditions, as certified by a medical practitioner. Interns are responsible for receiving clearance from a medical doctor

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