Empleos en el PNUD - 111487- Project Assistant Intern

Project Assistant Intern

Localidad :

Beijing, China

Tipo de contrato :

Internship

Fecha de comienzo del contrato :

06-Mar-2023

Fecha límite de postulación :

03-Mar-23 (Medianoche Nueva York, Estados Unidos)

Nivel de puesto :

Intern

Duración del contrato inicial :

4 months

Idiomas requeridos :

Inglés Chino

Duración esperada del puesto :

4 months

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Antecedentes

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.

United Nations Development Programme is the global network of the United Nations. UNDP has been working in China over the past 40 years, partnering to advance various phases of China’s development. We provide development advisory services and implement projects through innovation and applying our international experience and network in three pillars: supporting China’s transformation to a low-carbon economy so that more people enjoy a cleaner, healthier environment; facilitating China’s shift to using the SDGs as a standard for its inclusive development, economic decisions and investments, and supporting China’s international cooperation and south-south engagement for SDG attainment.

In this connection, it is proposed a qualified intern to be recruited to support the portfolio for Women and Institutional Empowerment.

Deberes y responsabilidades

Draft and translate the Project Progress Reports of on-going projects, do the first review and find out information gaps for the report.
Assist in translation/interpretation of related documents of project formulation and implementation.
Assist in taking meeting notes and draft minutes.
Provide effective support to organizing capacity building workshops and events.
Work with colleagues from different teams to develop project communication materials.
Provide additional support as necessary.

Competencias

Demonstrated ability to work in a team, ability for managing timely and effective delivery of both quantity and quality before the deadlines;
Computer proficiency, especially related to professional office software packages (Microsoft Office).

Habilidades y experiencia requeridas

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in International Development, Public Policy, or related fields.
Intern experience in other international organizations/UN agencies preferred.

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

Enrolled in a Master's or in a PhD programme
In the final year of a Bachelor’s programme;
Or within one year after graduation from a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD programme,
Or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program

Language and Skills

Excellent writing and communication skills both in Chinese and English, coordination and event organization skills are required.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please submit your application with below documents in one PDF. For people who apply from UNDP Jobs, please note that the system will not accept the uploading of more than one document so please merge or scan all your documents into one prior to uploading.

a) CV and letter of motivation

b) Copy of school transcript

c) Indicate if you will be financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme, and the financial amount.

*Candidate who didn’t submit required documentation will not be further considered.

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan and medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship. Any cost arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.
The stipend will be paid monthly. Interns will have 1.5 days of leave per month.
Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed; Cost and arrangement for travel, visas, passports, accommodations and living expenses are the responsibility of the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or the intern.
Interns must not apply for or be appointed to a position that should be encumbered by a staff number during the period of their internship. Interns are expected to fulfil the terms of their internships. Therefore, the internship must not be foreshortened for the purposes of allowing an intern to apply for a position.
Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.

Disclaimer

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