UNDP Jobs - 56452- Intern for Research Project “Sustainable Human Dev

Intern for Research Project “Sustainable Human Development in the Times of Austerity”

Location :

Istanbul, TURKEY

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

27-May-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

2-3 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UNDP works with national partners to reduce poverty and advocate for sustainable human development. Today, the region of Eastern Europe and Central Asia faces a variety of challenges. [Except where otherwise specified, the “region” refers to programme countries whose development aspirations are supported by UNDP’s Regional Bureau for Europe and CIS: Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kosovo (as per UNSCR 1244 (1999)), Kyrgyzstan, the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Ukraine.] It is a high emitter of greenhouse gases, and suffers from the world’s highest rise of HIV cases. According to a recent study, one-third of people are at risk of exclusion. Not all governments are responsive to citizens. Women are often excluded from decision-making. Some countries face the aftermath of conflict; others are particularly vulnerable to the risk of natural disasters. UNDP aims are to foster the inclusion of marginalized people into economic, social and political life, to empower people by promoting democratic governance and human rights, and to promote less resource intensive growth, while facilitating the transition to “greener” modes of production, and supporting biodiversity and alternative energies. Istanbul Regional Hub supports UNDP’s work in the whole region through research, policy and programme advice and regional programming. We work with development partners to ensure that economic growth benefits everyone, including those at greater risk of poverty and exclusion (ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, internally displaced persons, rural populations, women and young people).

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern under present ToR will work within Istanbul Regional Hub, in the Sustainable Development Cluster under the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist(s). The scope of work is to support and contribute to preparation one of the regional analytical documents (concept notes provided below). More specifically this support includes

Conducting literature review for the analytical paper;
Compiling relevant databases for countries of region using international and national data sources;
Preparing terms of reference and methodological guidance for collection of additional data;
Collecting and systematizing information regarding policy measures undertaken, as well as programs implemented by Governments, UNDP and other development organizations;
Collecting and systematizing country case studies;
Drafting analytical materials on the basis of information collected;
Drafting programme proposals;
Preparing presentation materials and dissemination upon request;
Undertaking other related activities upon request.

Competencies

Advanced research and writing skills and be fully conversant with Microsoft Office;
Effective communication skills ;
Adherence to UN’s values and ethical standards ;
Creative thinking, drive for results and strong commitment ;
Cultural and gender sensitivity.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Enrolled in a Masters or higher degree with distinctive academic performance.

Experience/motivation:

Research or Administrative experience is considered as an asset but not required.

Language skills:

Fluent in spoken and written English including economic, statistics and development terminology;
Knowledge of human development terminology in English will be considered as an advantage.

Financial Issues

Internships within the UN system are unpaid and subject to conditions the applicant must get familiar with prior to signing his/her internship agreement.

The costs associated with the internship must be borne by the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, accommodation etc.

Application procedure
The application should contain:

Brief Cover Letter (in English) stating interest in and qualifications for the post;
Current and complete CV in English;

Please group all your documents into one (1) single PDF document as the system only allows to upload maximum one document.
Candidates who are selected for must submit prior to the interview the following documents:

Official letter from the University confirming enrollment in a graduate-level degree programme;
Proof of medical and life/accident insurance valid for the location in which the internship will be carried out. Selected intern must have medical and life insurance.

UNDP only accepts interns for a minimum of 6 weeks and a maximum of 6 months.
UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship.
Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
It is important to note that interns are responsible to arrange for their own visa and residence documents, and need to plan for these well in advance.

Subsequent Employment

The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern’s studies.
Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship.
More information available at: http://www.undp.org/internships/.

Annex - Concept Note for research project “Sustainable human development in the times of austerity” - http://dl.undp.sk/n6v1tp