UN WOMEN Jobs - 62960- Internship for Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW

Internship for Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) Programme

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

New Delhi, INDIA

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

01-Feb-2016

Application Deadline :

24-Jan-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

Six Months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

Six Months

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

UN Women is the UN Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. UN Women is dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women. A global champion for women and girls, UN Women was established to accelerate progress on meeting their needs worldwide.

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security. Placing women’s rights at the center of all its efforts, UN Women leads and coordinates United Nations system efforts to ensure that commitments on gender equality and gender mainstreaming translate into action throughout the world. It provides strong and coherent leadership in support of Member States’ priorities and efforts, building effective partnerships with civil society and other relevant actors. The UN Women Multi-Country Office (UNW MCO) works in India, Bhutan, Maldives and Sri Lanka.

The Intern for the Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) Unit will work under the supervision and guidance of the Programme Specialist - EVAW Unit.

Duties and Responsibilities

Research:

Undertake preliminary research and provide assistance in conducting research on Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW) issues especially Violence against women in public spaces, Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace, Trafficking in Women and Girls and Declining Child Sex Ratio in India. Provide assistance in conducting research on or any other report, best practices data base, project proposals etc. required by the EVAW unit;
Provide assistance in the development of draft concept notes, project proposals and reports.

Project/Programme Management:

Assist the Unit in organizing meetings and consultations. Streamline Project Monitoring system for all programs under the EVAW Unit, assist in preparation of financial documents as and when required by the Unit;
Assist in the drafting and designing of event brochures and invitations, on-site event logistics support and provide assistance for travel and participation of delegates;
Ensure that all required administrative tasks and logistics required for holding of the workshop such as selection and confirmation of meeting venue, booking arrangements for necessary equipment and materials for all the sessions of the workshop are carried out successfully and in line with UN Women rules and policies on procurement.

Knowledge Management:

Update Contact database for the EVAW Unit, assist in the development of knowledge products such as best practices, lessons learned, policy briefs on programs under the EVAW Unit. Participate in workshops and seminars including local monitoring visits to develop individual capacity on the above mentioned issues. Provide assistance in the preparation of reports from UNW Consultations/ Workshops/ Seminars. Maintain and update latest statistics on Violence against Women from different sources.

Communications and Advocacy:

Assist in the dissemination of EVAW IEC material and publications, preparation, editing and/or translation of communications materials (press releases, fact sheets, interviews, etc.) related to the launching and implementation of the Campaigns under the EVAW Unit. Assist in preparing for and organizing campaigns and activities around 8th March (International Women’s Day).

Any other task assigned by the direct supervisor/Unit.

Competencies

Demonstrated research and analytical capacity;
Excellent organizational, inter-personal, communication and administrative skills;
Proven ability to manage diverse and complex tasks, with tight deadlines;
Able to take initiative and work independently, with minimum supervision;
Able to work effectively in a team and in an international environment;
Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty;
Commitment to UN WOMEN’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Enrolled in a masters programme in gender and development, social sciences, social development, public administration or related field.

Experience:

Demonstrated experience, part or full-time, paid or volunteer in development, research, advocacy, and policy development.

Language:

Fluency in English;
Excellent writing skills in English;
Knowledge of language of the duty station would be considered an advantage.

Conditions:

Interns are not financially remunerated by UN WOMEN;
The costs associated with the latter must be borne by the nominating institution, related institution 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/her own arrangements for travel to and accommodation at the duty station (i.e. New Delhi, India).
Proof of medical and life/accident insurance valid for the location in which the internship will be carried out (i.e. New Delhi, India);
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and called for a motivational interview that will take place on an ongoing basis;
The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UN WOMEN but to complement an intern’s studies; therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship.
Please submit your Resume/CV and an application using the UN WOMEN Internship Application form. http://asiapacific.unwomen.org/en/about-us/internship-programme