JOB DESCRIPTION

Work Location
Geneva

Expected duration
3 months

Duties and Responsibilities
The Organizational Development Intern will undertake a variety of tasks to support OHCHR Strategic Planning, Management, Evaluation and Change Service (SPECS) functions, in particular concerning organizational transformation. Under the direction and supervision of the Senior Programme Management Officer, the intern shall undertake the following tasks: – Conduct research to support OHCHR’s advocacy, communications and engagement around organizational development and transformation initiatives. – Supports implementation of Organizational Effectiveness Action Plans (OEAPs). – Assist in procuring, analysing and presenting data to support advocacy, communications, engagement and implementation – Support the development of communication materials, such as reports, presentations, and concept notes, infographics and videos concerning relevant initiatives. – Other tasks as directed by the Senior Programme Management Officer.

Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a second university degree, equivalent, or higher; (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree (bachelor”s degree or equivalent). Applicants are not required to have previous work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is an advantage. Please explain how you meet this criterion using examples. Applicants are not required to have previous work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is an advantage. Excellent drafting ability in English is an advantage.

Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is highly 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.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements