Intern- Intergovernmental Affairs and Meetings Support, I at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Interns work five days per week (35-40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned. 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. Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;

Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of procedural scripts for meetings, drafting official communication to Member States and undertake other preparatory tasks.¿
• Attend meetings and prepare written summaries of discussions;¿
• Assist with logistics during meetings, including interactive presentations, slide presentations, and virtual platforms;
• Contribute to the preparation of various procedural documents, such as meeting agendas, talking points, as well as other papers and briefing materials;
• Conduct research on intergovernmental procedure and practice of the Environment Assembly and its subsidiary organs; and
• Support the day-to-day management of internal databases;
• Other tasks, as requested.

Competencies

• Professionalism: Ability to demonstrate a high level of concentration. Ability to work under stress. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Interns must have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education

• A first-level degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in environmental issues, law, jurisprudence, procedure, philosophy, political science or international relation or related fields is required.

Work Experience

• No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Closing: 28 September 2022