Research & analytics internship (Sports), Programme startegy and coordination Hub, Programme Group, (Full time/Remote – 6 to 8 weeks)

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. 

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. 

And we never give up. 

For every child, the right to play in a safe environment.

UNICEF’s work in sports is rooted in our mission to ensure every child’s right to play in a safe environment, as outlined in Article 31 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child. Regular physical activity benefits physical, social, and mental health, and helps prevent many non-communicable diseases. Access to sports is often limited by socioeconomic factors, gender, education, and ability. UNICEF views sports to improve physical and mental health, build confidence, and foster independence. We are committed to increase participation, enhance well-being, and promote social inclusion for vulnerable groups.

How can you make a difference? 

As an intern, you will support research related to sports and children. Your work will directly support Programme Group and contribute to developing strategies and approaches that yield tangible results for children worldwide. Ideally, you will have a demonstrated interest or background in sports and will leverage this passion to enhance children’s participation in sports worldwide.

Your responsibilities will be multifaceted, encompassing preparatory, organizational, research, and analytical responsibilities.  Tasks will include the following:

Consolidation of information

• Consolidate information and provide an overview of UNICEF’s sports-related activities using existing documents, such as SOPs, guidelines, advocacy messages, data, research relevant past programmes, etc.

Survey development and analysis 

• Develop and conduct a comprehensive survey for country offices to assess on-ground sports related activities and programs.
• Analyze survey data to extract meaningful insights and trends.
• Create an easy-to-digest report and PowerPoint presentation summarizing survey findings.
• Based on the consolidated research, map sports initiatives and respective key internal stakeholders at country, regional, and headquarters level.
• Consult with a select group of relevant stakeholders and experts on what might be UNICEF’s key programming tenets in support for development.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will…

• Have the following eligibility requirements.
• Be enrolled, within the past year, in a graduate degree programme with a preferred major in Sport management, Sport sciences, Kinesiology, Sport psychology, or a related field.
• Have demonstrated interest or background in sports, ideally with experience in sports-related programs, sports and mental health initiatives, and/or promoting physical activity in children.
• Have previous experience developing surveys is an asset.
• Be fluent in English. Proficiency in another UN language is an asset
• Exceptionally strong statistics, economics skills or sports for development knowledge
• Strategic thinking and research skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity
• Excellent organization and time management skills with a keen eye for detail
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Problem-solving skills, with ability to take ownership of projects and make suggestions on how to improve the role.
• Ability to manage and respect multiple deadlines while working independently with different agents on several projects.

 The following are considered assets:

• Experience using survey development tools like Kobo, SurveyMonkey, Google Forms, Qualtrics
• Proficiency in statistical software (SPSS, STATA, R)
• Strong command of Microsoft Excel
• Proven writing skills

For every Child, you demonstrate… 

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

During the recruitment process, we may test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our interns, including leave entitlement and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

 

Remarks:  

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.

UNICEF Interns must have proof of medical insurance covering their time at the duty station.

UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer, without compensation, if a visa or Proof of health insurance coverage is not obtained, or necessary medical/inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

There is no expectancy of employment at the end of this internship.