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  • Posted: May 22, 2018
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    The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the environment.


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    Intern - Public Information (Champions Of The Earth)

    The internship is UNPAID and fulltime.

    Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

    Responsibilities

    Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.

    Under the direct supervision of the Internal Communication Specialist, the intern will undertake a range of assignments to engage with global audiences, raise environmental awareness and promote change in policy and practice.

    Specific tasks may include:

    • Science writing;
    • Infographics and data visualization;
    • Graphic design;
    • Campaign development;
    • Multimedia production;
    • Web design and development;
    • Social Media;
    • Event management.

    Competencies

    • 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 twoway 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

    Client Orientation:

    • Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
    • Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
    • Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
    • Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
    • Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
    • Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

    Education

    Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

    • Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
    • Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a oneyear period of graduation.
    • Be computer literate in standard software applications.
    • 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.
    • Studies in communication, journalism, science, environment, marketing, business or any related field preferred.

    Work Experience

    Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.

    Assessment

    Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

    Special Notice

    Your application for this internship must include:

    • A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
    • Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internshipprogramme),
    • List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
    • A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
    • Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

    United Nations Considerations

    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.

    Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a nonsmoking environment.

    Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyperlink on the upper right side of the inspira accountholder homepage.

    The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

    Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

    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.

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    Website Assistant

    These two positions are located in the Communication Division at the Nairobi duty station. Under the supervision of the Head of Web the incumbent will carry out the following duties:

    Responsibilities

    • Participate in the development, programming, testing, debugging and implementation of new application systems releases, modules and functionalities.
    • Develop, build website back-end using Drupal and implement frontend for websites based on designs using UN established standards for web development, IT technologies, programming languages and tools.
    • Serve as team member in the planning, specification, design, development, implementation and support of computer application systems; independently liaise with users to define and specify requirements.
    • Install web application modules ; monitor website performance using appropriate monitoring tools and produce monitoring reports.
    • Prepare technical and user documentation for deployed website, application systems, as well as training materials and conducts technical presentations.
    • Maintain functional specifications for websites, programs and procedures developed and/or modified.
    • Provide support for deployed website including version management, data recovery and deployment to users’ offices; perform ongoing reviews with users and developers and responds to users requests.
    • Manage the functional aspects of the Google Analytics and assure that all parameters are set correctly based on corporate requirements
    • Draft correspondence and communications, including work plan revisions and other related issues, as well as prepares unit contributions for a variety of periodic reports.
    • Serve as focal point for coordination, monitoring and expedition of web-based projects, involving extensive liaison with diverse organizational units to initiate requests; prepares standard terms of reference; processes and follows-up on administrative actions and resolves issues related to project implementation, e.g. organization of and participation in training, procurement of equipment and services, etc.
    • Keep abreast of developments in the field; perform bench marking and proposes new acquisitions.
    • Provide guidance to new/junior staff.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Competencies

    • PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of, and ability to apply financial rules, regulations and procedures in the UN environment;
      • Knowledge, skills and ability to extract, interpret, analyze and format data across the full range of finance and budget functions;
      • Ability to identify and resolve data discrepancies and operational problems;
      • Shows pride in work and in achievements;
      • Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter;
      • Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
      • Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns;
      • Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges;
      • Remains calm in stressful situations.
    • PLANNING AND ORGANIZING:
      • Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
      • Identifies priority activities and assignments;
      • Adjusts priorities as required;
      • Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work;
      • Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning;
      • Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary;
      • Uses time efficiently.
    • TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS:
      • Keeps abreast of available technology;
      • Understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office;
      • Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks;
      • Shows willingness to learn new technology.

    Education

    • Completion of secondary school is required. Supplementary training in Information Technology is required.
    • MUST have passed the United Nations Administrative Support Assessment Test (ASAT) or the Global General Service Test (GGST) at Headquarters or an equivalent locally-administered test at Offices away from Headquarters.

    Work Experience

    • A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in web development, information systems analysis and programming, systems administration and maintenance, software development, technical writing or related area is required.
    • Proficiency in Drupal;
    • Excellent knowledge of commonly used Drupal modules, such as Views, CCK, Taxonomy, Features; experience with version control (GIT), such as creating branches, tags, etc. and working in a multi-developer environment;
    • Extensive knowledge of web development (PHP, mySQL, HTML/CSS, Javascript);
    • Extensive knowledge of and experience with cross browser web development for IE, Firefox, Safari and Chrome and Familiarity with principles of responsive web design and HTML/CSS/JS frameworks (Bootstrap) is also required.

    Languages

    • English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.
    • Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

    Assessment

    Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

    Special Notice

    Appointment against this post is on a local basis. External candidates will be considered only when no suitable internal candidate from the duty station is identified. The candidate is responsible for any travel expenses incurred in order to take-up the appointment. This position is open for recruitment for an initial period of one year and may be subject to extension. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures. All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply on-line as soon as possible after the job opening has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the job opening. On-line applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission your application may not have been received. In such cases, please resubmit the application, if necessary. If the problem persists, please seek technical assistance through the Inspira "Need Help?" link.

    United Nations Considerations

    According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

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    Intern - Legal And Compliance, I

    Job Code Title: INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS

    Department/ Office: United Nations Environment Programme

    Duty Station: NAIROBI

    Posting Period: 10 May 2018-24 May 2018

    Job Opening number: 18-ENV-UNEP-97236-J-NAIROBI (O)

    Staffing Exercise ID: N/A

    The internship is UNPAID and full-time.

    Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

    Responsibilities

    Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer, Compliance (Ozone Secretariat), the intern will

    • Assist in compiling a record to date of recommendations of the Implementation Committee, involving research, analysis and presentation in an accessible format for easy updating and public dissemination via the website;
    • Assist in arrangements for the 61st Implementation Committee Meeting, including contributing to preparation and review of meeting documentation, presentations and documentation for the President of the Implementation Committee and logistical arrangements as needed;
    • Participate as an observer in the 61st Implementation Committee Meeting, including assisting with note-taking on substantive discussions for the purposes of preparation of the Meeting Report;
    • Assist in preparations for the 30th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol and related meetings, including logistical arrangements as needed;
    • Participate as an observer in the 30th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol, including assisting with note-taking on substantive discussions for the purposes of preparation of the Meeting Report;
    • Support to the Compliance Team in preparation and review of the Meeting Report of the 61st Implementation Committee meeting;
    • Assistance in updating internal tracking tables to facilitate implementation and follow-up of decisions of Meetings of the Parties and recommendations of the Implementation Committee;
    • Perform other duties as required.

    Competencies

    • Client Orientation:
    • Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients ' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
    • Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
    • Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
    • Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
    • Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
    • Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client
    • 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.

    Education

    • Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
    • Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
    • Be computer literate in standard software applications.
    • 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.

    Work Experience

    Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme. However, for the purpose of this internship, knowledge of Law is an advantage.

    Languages

    Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

    Assessment

    Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

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    Intern - Public Information (Campaigns & Events Support)

    Responsibilities

    • Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.
    • Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Public Advocacy and Communications, the intern will perform the following duties:
    • Assist with creating and uploading content for the different UN Environment Campaigns websites;
    • Undertaking research tasks as needs arise;
    • Assist with monitoring and evaluating campaign engagement and impact;
    • Provide assistance in the maintenance of partner and stakeholder contacts;
    • Assist in responding to the UN Environment Campaigns mailbox;
    • Supporting UN Environment events

    Competencies

    • 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 twoway 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

    Client Orientation:

    • Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
    • Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
    • Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
    • Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
    • Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
    • Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

    Education

    • Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
    • Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
    • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a oneyear period of graduation.
    • Be computer literate in standard software applications.
    • 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.
    • Studies in marketing, advertising, public relations,communication or any related field preferred.
    • Basic html coding and database management skills are a requirement.
    • Must also have strong organizational ability.

    Work Experience

    Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

    Languages

    English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable

    Assessment

    Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

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