OCHA: Intern – Financial Data and Reporting Analyst – New York

Work Location

New York, In-person, Remote, Hybrid, Full-time, Part-time

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Within the delegated authority, the incumbents will be responsible for performing the following duties with the following modalities: In-person, Remote, Hybrid, Full-time, Part-time, or a combination thereof, as determined by the hiring unit: 1. Financial Data Integration & Reporting: Extract and compile financial data from two systems (e.g., ERP and supplementary financial reporting tools); Support monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reporting processes; Reconcile financial data across systems and identify inconsistencies; Assist in preparing financial dashboards and summary tables for management. 2. Data Analysis & Insights: Perform trend analysis on expenditures, commitments, and budget utilization; Identify anomalies, variances, and patterns in financial data; Support variance analysis between budgets, actuals, and forecasts; Contribute to interpretation of financial results for decision-making. 3. Financial Storytelling: Translate raw financial data into clear narratives for management and stakeholders; Prepare concise financial commentary accompanying reports; Highlight key risks, opportunities, and performance trends; Support the development of executive-level financial summaries. 4. AI & Data Tools Application: Use AI tools (e.g., Copilot, Power BI AI features, Excel advanced analytics) to automate reporting tasks; Support development of predictive or descriptive analytics models (where applicable); Improve efficiency in report generation through automation and scripting support; Assist in cleaning, structuring, and validating datasets for AI readiness. 5. Visualization & Reporting Enhancement: Develop charts, dashboards, and visual tools to present financial data clearly; Support improvements in reporting templates and formats; Ensure clarity, consistency, and usability of financial reports. 6. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). Have you completed a UN Internship before? If yes, please make sure you are listing it in your experience including the UN entity as well as concrete dates. Analytical and Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to interpret financial data and trends; Excellent written communication skills for reporting and narrative development; Attention to details – Accuracy with data analysis; Ability to work with large datasets and maintain accuracy under deadlines; Interest in AI tools and automation for financial processes. Technical skills: Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data modeling); Exposure to data visualization tools (Power BI preferred); Familiarity with ERP or financial systems (an advantage); Basic knowledge of SQL, Python, or similar data tools (strong asset but not mandatory).

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this position, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French, Arabic or Spanish, is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.