UNDP Jobs - 74495- Learning Intern – Content Management Support

Learning Intern – Content Management Support

Location :

Bangkok, THAILAND

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

01-Oct-2017

Application Deadline :

25-Sep-17 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

4-6 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

The Learning Intern’s primary function is to support the Talent Development Centre, which is an online learning platform that provides mandatory learning and learning in substantive areas to support UNDP competencies; and corporate certification programmes such as the Finance Certification Programme (FTCP) and Procurement Certification, as well as the Leadership Development Pathway. Approximately 14,000 staff access TDC- this includes UNDP personnel spread in over 166 country offices and staff from other UN partner agencies.

The job requires creativity, enthusiasm in learning, and the ability to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality of output working under pressure. The ability to use good judgment and experience working in a multi-cultural setting are critical.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Learning Technology Analyst, OHR, the intern will:

Identify relevant MOOC/External courses weekly;
Maintain TDC pages;
Update announcement section every week;
Update pages for certifications/learning programmes;
Update catalog and assign content to different categories;
Assist in creation of micro-learning modules;
Assist in testing online courses and new functionalities of TDC;
Assist in production of newsletter, videos and other marketing materials as needed;
Assist in putting together and coordinating webinars and other learning activities and materials associated with the programme;
Assist in OHR workshops held in Bangkok.

Competencies

Excellent communication skills;
Excellent organizational skills;
Attention to details;
Identifies priority activities and assignments;
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals;
Maintain confidentiality.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Currently enrolled in a graduate school programme (secondary university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Or 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 (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.

Experience:

Sound knowledge in computer skills (eg. website creation), video skills are desirable;
Knowledge of HTML, Video Editing software are desirable.

Language:

Fluency in English;
Working knowledge of another UN language is an asset.

Conditions:

Any individual hired under these conditions are not staff and therefore, are not covered by UN Staff Regulations and Rules;
UNDP 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;
UNDP 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 UNDP 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 health insurance plan;
Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
Only those students who will return to their studies upon completion of their internship assignments are eligible.

Subsequent Employment:

There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following an internship.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals of diverse sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression as well as from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.