Antecedentes

I.CORPORATE BACKGROUND

UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories around the world, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. UNDP helps countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnership skills, institutional capacities; and to build resilience to sustain development results. UNDP is working to strengthen new frameworks for sustainable development, disaster risk reduction and climate change.

The organization also supports countries' efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals that will guide global development priorities through 2030.

II.OFFICE BACKGROUND

UNDP Colombia contributes with the State and Colombian society to the search for peace, development and collective well-being through actions, programs, initiatives and projects around:

• Development, peace and reconciliation
• Strengthening of democratic governance,
• Fulfillment of the Sustainable Development Goals,
• Fight against poverty and inequality
• Energy, environmental protection and climate change  

In its interventions, UNDP incorporates the approaches of human development, gender and rights.

https://www.undp.org/es/colombia

Deberes y responsabilidades

III.DUTIES

The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:

Competencias

Corporate 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.

Technical/Functional Competencies/Skills:

• Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
• 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.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Soft skills particularly on creative and critical thinking to assess and support collaborative processes using innovative approaches and methodologies.

Other competencies and attitude:

• Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
• Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
• Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal oriented mind-set;
• Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
• Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;

Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude

Habilidades y experiencia requeridas

IV. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education.

Candidates must meet one of the followings educational requirements:

• Master’s degree student in Global Affairs, or related fields, such as: development and poverty, international development, foreign policy and diplomacy, human rights, Economics, Public Policy or Political Science, or Communication/Journalism
• Bachelor’s Degree in economy, social science, or related field with 2 years of experience in lieu of Master´s degree
• Previous work experience in experience in analysis of economic, political, and social policies, project and programmes is highly desirable

V. REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Language:

• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish and English.
• Knowledge of another UN language would be an asset.

Eligibility:

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), preferably in fields such as social, economic, or political sciences or related fields, such as international affairs, studies on sustainable development, local or community development, environmental governance, environmental policies or any other related.  
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) in fields such as social, economic, or political sciences or related fields, such as international affairs, studies on sustainable development, local or community development, environmental governance, environmental policies or any other related.  
• Have graduated with a university degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.

Intern requirements:

• In accordance with the UNDP Internship policy, UNDP interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend, with a rate that varies depending on the duty location. The stipend will be paid monthly, and part-time internship arrangements are prorated accordingly.
• Where an intern is financially supported by an institution, government or third party, UNDP will pay the intern the difference, if any, between the external financial support provided and the applicable UNDP stipend.
• Except for the stipend, all other expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring government or institutions.
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for the medical and life insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship. The Intern must provide proof of enrolment in a health insurance plan;
• UNDP does not provide assistance with travel and/or housing and the Intern will be responsible for obtaining the necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
• Interns are not considered staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
• 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.
• Additional information regarding the UNDP Internship Programme may be obtained at http://www.undp.org/internships.

Selected candidates must submit following documents prior to joining:

• Letter from the university confirming current enrolment and graduation date;
• Copy of passport;
• A copy of his/her more recent school transcript;
• A medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship, the physician must indicate whether s/he is to travel and has the required inoculations 
• Proof of valid Medical Insurance, valid for the duration of the internship programme 
• Proof of medical insurance including provision for medical evacuation and removal of mortal remains or life insurance and
• A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.

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.