UNDP Jobs - 34941- Intern for the African Facility for Inclusive Mark

Intern for the African Facility for Inclusive Markets (AFIM), Private Sector Development Project

Location :

Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

04-Feb-2013

Application Deadline :

27-Jan-13 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

3-6 months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

3-6 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

In line with its Private Sector Strategy, UNDP is becoming increasingly well positioned to support innovative approaches of inclusive market development (IMD) engaging with the private sector and other stakeholders to improve opportunities for the poor to participate in markets as producers, employees or consumers.

With Africa being a major focus of UNDPs work, a strategic, regional Private Sector and Inclusive Market Development for Poverty Reduction in Africa programme, the “African Facility for Inclusive Markets” (AFIM), commenced in November 2010. This project is lead by the Regional Bureau for Africa (RBA) is coordinated from UNDP’s Regional Service Center in Johannesburg.

AFIM’s four main outputs are:

Increased capacity of regional organizations, governments, and other stakeholders to support inclusive market development in the region;
Inclusive market development initiatives at sub-regional and country levels developed and supported
Alliance of partners for African inclusive market development established
Improved access to finance for small producers and enterprises facilitated

This programme is demand based and aims to complement and support implementation of existing and emerging UNDP private sector country projects as well as support the development and implementation of new sub-regional and country initiatives.

More information on UNDP and AFIM can be found from www.undp.org/africa/privatesector.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the AFIM Programme Specialist, the intern shall perform, inter alia, the following tasks:

Knowledge Management and Communication

Prepare relevant communications materials
Assisting in developing and disseminating AFIM Knowledge Products
Support the online Community of Practice
Support updates of Internet and Teamworks as required

Research and Data Management

Research private sector and inclusive market development topics and compile information on national and regional level projects
Undertake research on related donors initiatives and inclusive business activities by the private sector
Manage files and online database of related documents in a structured way

Programme Implementation

Draft, review and edit concepts notes, knowledge products and presentations
Review and shape inclusive business models and partnership concepts
Participate in meetings and perform other programme implementation support tasks as required

The more specific focus will be decided in consultation with the intern taking into account his/her skills development interests.

Competencies

Technical / Functional Competencies:

Good writing and researching skills.
Strong analytical aptitude, communication and presentation skills.
Good organizational, time management and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work flexibly and meet tight deadlines.
Attention to details and proven ability to work independently and effectively.
Computer proficiency: MS Office
Fluency in both written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of French would be an asset.

Personal Competencies:

Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards.
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to receive / integrate feedback.
Works collaboratively with team members by sharing information openly and displaying cultural awareness and sensitivity.
Establishes, builds and sustains effective relationships within the work unit and with internal and external partners.
Positive and results-oriented attitude.

Required Skills and Experience

Qualifications & Experience:

Currently enrolled in a Masters degree programme as a full-time student in development related fields.
Work experience considered as an asset.
Understanding of Private Sector and inclusive market development would be beneficial.

Please note:

Candidates need to be enrolled in a Masters program.
Applicants should indicate which months they are available part- and/or full time and when they complete their studies.
All UN internships are not remunerated and interns need to obtain their own visa.

Please pay special attention to answering the additional questions and remember to attach your CV.