UNDP Jobs - 69357- Intern – Being LGBTI in Asia

Intern – Being LGBTI in Asia

Location :

Bangkok, Thailand, THAILAND

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

09-Jan-2017

Application Deadline :

15-Dec-16 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

4 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

Being LGBTI in Asia (BLIA) is a regional programme implemented by UNDP, with funding from the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok and USAID. The programme is aimed at reducing marginalization and exclusion of LGBTI people. Initiated in 2012, the programme addresses inequality, violence and discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status, and promotes universal access to health and social services. It provides a platform for multiple stakeholders – governments, national human rights institutions, civil society, private sector, media, faith and community leaders, and educators – to engage in dialogue around LGBTI issues.

The work is part of a wider UNDP strategy to address discrimination against marginalized groups and ensure development practices are representative and inclusive. The final report of the Global Commission on HIV and the Law and the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) Resolutions 66/10 and 67/9 recommended that punitive and restrictive laws and policies targeting vulnerable communities be removed to reduce levels of social stigma, discrimination and violence

UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub is coordinating implementation of the programme with support from the in-country national staff in UNDP Country Offices. As a key member of this team, the Project Officer will work closely with both regional and national partners to ensure effective, innovative and timely programme implementation.

UNDP is the UN's global development network advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP’s vision is to support countries in achieving the simultaneous eradication of poverty and significant reduction of inequalities and exclusion.

For more information on the ‘Being LGBT in Asia’ programme visit http://www.asia-pacific.undp.org/content/ rbap/en/home/operations/projects/overview/being-lgbt-in-asia/.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intern works under the direct supervision of M&E officer of the BLIA programme, HIV, Health and Development, UNDP BRH. In this context, as a team member, s/he will mainly assist the M&E officer with the overall data management of the programme to ensure the quality of the data used for measuring the results within a timely manner. Details are as follows:

Quality control of M&E data:

Assist in data verification of key programme indicators by cross-checking various source documents submitted by country officers and partners and preparing data verification report;
Assist in documentation of lessons learned and challenges of quality control of M&E data;
Assist in reviewing relevant literature on current stage of knowledge to measure key programme indicators.

Coordination:

Engage and build working relationships with LGBT organizations and advocates;
Assist the officers and supervisors in coordinating with partners and stakeholders.

Other:

Support other programme related activities.

Competencies

Demonstrate commitment to the UN’s core values;
Respects individual, gender and cultural differences in dealing with others;
Treat all people fairly without favoritism.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), or;
Enrolled in a final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent), or;
Graduated with a Master’s degree and if selected, must start the internship within one year after graduation.

Experiences:

Understanding of and links with the LGBTI community;
Experience in research activities;
Experience in using Microsoft Access, STATA, SAS or SPSS would be desirable;
Experience working with NGO/CSO/GO on human rights and communications issues would be desirable;
LGBTI individuals are highly encouraged to apply for this position.

Language:

Fluency in spoken and written English.

Conditions:

UNDP internship programme does not provide a salary or remuneration for the internship;
All the expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring Government or institution;UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship;
The intern is responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
Interns are not eligible to apply for any post (Fixed-Term Appointment, Temporary Appointment, Service Contract, Individual Contract) in UNDP during the period of the internship;
Interns must provide proof of enrollment in health insurance plan;
Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.

Subsequent Employment:

There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following an internship.