UN WOMEN Jobs - 70830- UN Women: Human Resources Intern

UN Women: Human Resources Intern

Advertised on behalf of

UN WOMEN

Location :

New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

27-Mar-17 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

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

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Team Leader for Recruitment and Staffing, the intern will support the development of a database of candidates for key critical positions. A work plan with achievements for the duration of the internship, and learning opportunities will be agreed upon and feedback will be provided both in real time as well as a summary of work accomplished at the end of the internship.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the development of a database of candidates for critical positions by:

Support in the design of the database;
Support the Team Leader in the sourcing of candidates for key critical positions using various on-line professional networks;
Conduct research on additional sourcing options and present them to the Team Leader for review;
Enter data gathered into the database as per the established requirements;
Establish project- priorities and parameters in consultation with Team Leader;
Produce reports, as necessary;
Assist in internal procedures and documentation, as necessary;
Ensure the accuracy of data entry and confidentiality.

Learning Objectives:

Increased knowledge of UN Women and its mandate;
Increased knowledge of best practices in sourcing strategy;
Increased knowledge of database development and management;

Improved research skills.

Competencies

Core Values:

Integrity:

Demonstrate consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UN Women in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct.

Professionalism:

Demonstrate professional competence and expert knowledge of the pertinent substantive areas of work.

Respect for Diversity:

Demonstrate an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff. Demonstrate an international outlook, appreciating difference in values and learning from cultural diversity.

Core Competencies:

Ethics and Values:

Demonstrate and safeguard ethics and integrity.

Organizational Awareness:

Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment.

Development and Innovation:

Take charge of self-development and take initiative.

Work in teams:

Demonstrate ability to work in a multicultural, multi ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Communicating and Information Sharing:

Facilitate and encourage open communication and strive for effective communication.

Self-management and Emotional Intelligence:

Stay composed and positive even in difficult moments, handle tense situations with diplomacy and tact, and have a consistent behavior towards others.

Conflict Management:

Surface conflicts and address them proactively acknowledging different feelings and views and directing energy towards a mutually acceptable solution.

Continuous Learning and Knowledge Sharing:

Encourage learning and sharing of knowledge.

Appropriate and Transparent Decision Making:

Demonstrate informed and transparent decision making.

Functional Competencies:

Ability to think and work logically, and work precisely with attention to detail;
Strong communication (both oral and written) skills;
Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with colleagues of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Good analytical and research skills;
Good organization and time-management skills.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

The intern must have studies in human resources, staff learning and development, international development or other similar subject at the university level;
Final year Master’s degree students preferred;

The applicant must either be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

Experience:

Experience with research and data entry;
Proficient user of Microsoft Office applications.

Languages:

Fluency in English is required;
Working knowledge of another UN language a distinct advantage.

Application Information:

UN Women will only be able to respond to those applications in which there is further interest. Selected applicants must provide the internship application, two letters of recommendation, and proof of health insurance and school enrollment, passport, and visa (if applicable). Interns are not financially remunerated by UN Women.

UN Women Internship Policy:

UN Women 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;
UN Women 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, or be appointed to, any post in UN WOMEN during the period of the internship or for six months immediately following the expiration date of internship;
The intern must provide proof of enrollment in a health insurance plan, proof of school enrollment, a scanned copy of his/her passport, two letters of recommendation, and application.