Historique

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is UN’s global development organization. 

The Intern will work as part of the Information and Communication Technology Unit (ICTU)

Objectives:

  • To backstop the implementation of mobile computing.
  • After training and orientation the intern will provide technical support (Helpdesk) to UNDP staff and Affiliated Agencies.
  • Train users on MS Office applications and other related software
  • Ensure all UNDP and Affiliated Agencies machines have standardized software and are up-to-date. (service packs and antivirus)

Expected Output

  • Users are configured on new laptops and are trained;
  • Prompt response to user helpdesk requests;
  • Users are trained on using and basic troubleshooting of MS Office applications and other related software.

Learning opportunities for intern

  • Hardware installations;
  • LAN/WAN Management;
  • User management via Active Directory;
  • Antivirus server management;
  • TCP/IP configuration on a multi-layered network;
  • Amongst many others.

Devoirs et responsabilités

  • Under the direct supervision of the Information Communications Technology Associate (ICT Associate) provide technical support to UNDP Staff and other users from Affiliated UN agencies (Helpdesk support);
  • Creating new profiles for users in laptops and migrating data from old desktops to the Server;
  • Setting up email accounts in MS Outlook and configuring digital signatures;
  • Make and install image files using ghosting software;
  • Training users on use of docking stations and roaming profiles;
  • LAN management;
  • User support on Ms Office applications and any other official software.

Compétences

  • Self-starter, organized, detail oriented;
  • Able to multitask and balance multiple responsibilities;
  • A demonstrated ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and produce concise content;
  • Demonstrate/safeguard ethics and integrity;
  • Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment;
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently with minimum supervision;
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and plan ahead;
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and in an international environment

Qualifications et expériences requises

Applicants to the UNDP internship program must, at the time of application, fulfill the following requirement:

Education:

  • (a) Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) in Information Systems / Computers Science or related studies;
  • (b) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) in Information Systems / Computers Science or related studies;
  • (c) 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:

  • Web development and database management skills;
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software and MS Windows 7, 8 and 10 Operating System and other web enabled database systems;
  • Hardware and software troubleshooting skills;
  • Good communication skills and ability to work effectively under pressure in a team and in a multicultural environment. 

Language:

  • Good knowledge of Portugues, French or English.

  Conditions of the internship:

  • UNDP will not pay for the internship; all expenses connected with it will be borne by the intern;
  • UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship.  The Intern must provide proof of enrolment in a health insurance plan;
  • All the expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring Government or institutions;
  • 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;
  • Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.

Selected candidates must submit the following documents:

  • Letter of intent/motivation;
  • Letter confirming University enrolment;