The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) internship programme offers an outstanding graduate-level student the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNDP's work with the objective of deepening his/her knowledge and understanding of UNDP’s goals, principles and activities. It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various professional aspects. Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP.

 Objective of the internship: Intern assignment is an opportunity to learn through experience and develop relevant professional and soft skills. It will provide young specialist with a way to meaningfully contribute to peace and sustainable human development results.

Organizational Context: Under the overall guidance of the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Intern provides overall support services to the Procurement Unit, ensuring high quality and timeliness of work, ensures accurate, timely and properly recorded/documented service delivery.

Functions / Key Results Expected:

Provides effective support to the Procurement Unit focusing on achievement of the following results:

• Support in maintaining proper filing system
• Support in archiving and documentation preparation
• Implementation of electronic storage system (e-archiving)
• Organizational support in operations processes
• Market research activities: support in expanding vendor rosters and assisting in sourcing strategies development and implementation
• Other administrative support to Procurement Unit

Impact of Results:

The key results have an impact on the execution of the CO Operations services in terms of quality and accuracy of work completed.

Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates commitment to UNDP’s mission, vision and values.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies:

• Ability to perform a variety of repetitive and routine tasks and duties
• Ability to handle a large volume of work possibly under time constraints
• Strong IT skills
• Market research skills
• Good communication skills
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure

Education:

Students enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school at the time of application and during the internship; or have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree, if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages.

Experience:

Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.). Experience in handling of web-based management systems.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in Ukrainian, English and Russian

Application Instructions:

• Click on the "Apply now" button.
• Input your information in the appropriate Sections: personal information, language proficiency, education, resume and motivation. You can type in or paste your Resume into the last box.
• Upon completion of the first page, please hit "submit application" tab at the end of the page. On the next page, you will be asked to upload your Resume.
• Failure to disclose prior employment or making false representations on this form will be grounds for withdrawal of further consideration of his/her application or termination, where the appointment or contract has been issued.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and please ensure that copies of your educational qualifications are available when contacted.

By applying for this position one accepts that this application may be considered for similar Intern positions within organization.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS is 09 March 2016

Selected applicants for internships must submit the following documentation:

• UNDP Internship Application form;
• copy of the most recent CV in English;
• letter from his/her University confirming current enrollment and graduation date.

For additional information and details, please refer the following link: http://www.ua.undp.org/content/ukraine/en/home/operations/jobs1/

Disclaimer:

UNDP accepts no responsibility for the medical and life insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship. Applicants for internship must therefore carry adequate and regular medical and life insurance. Proof of medical coverage/visa must be provided before the internship commences.