UNDP Jobs - 75689- Intern (UN Coordination)

Intern (UN Coordination)

Location :

Beijing, CHINA

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

02-Jan-2018

Application Deadline :

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

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

6 months

Languages Required :

English Chinese

Expected Duration of Assignment :

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 Resident Coordinator Office in China

The UN Resident Coordinator leads the Resident Coordinator System at the country level and represents the UN Secretary General to the Government of China and the UN Country Team, which includes all the UN entities present in China. The purpose of the Resident Coordinator system (RC system) is to bring together the different UN agencies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operational activities at the country level, helping the UN to be a more relevant and reliable partner for governments.

The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) supports the roles and functions of the UN Resident Coordinator and UN Country Team. The RCO provides inter-agency coordination support to the Country Team and its various inter-agency working mechanisms, including thematic groups. Key functions of the RCO include: strategic analysis, planning and positioning of the Country Team; preparation and monitoring of the United Nations Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF); and receiving high-level guests and hosting multi-agency events. The RCO also supports joint UN programming and operations management, policy guidance, joint advocacy and communications (e.g. the management of the UN China website and production of joint communications materials), in order to enhance UN coherence and improve overall program impact of the UN System in China.

The year 2018 will be an interesting year for the UN System in China. A key priority will be the Mid-Term Review of the 2016-2020 United Nations Development Framework between the UN and the Government of China (UNDAF). It will also be a year during which strong focus will be given to promoting China’s implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the Sustainable Development Goals.

In view of this, the RCO is looking for a motivated intern to join the team on a full-time basis and contribute to its crucial mandate of enhancing the coherence of the UN System in China.

The internship will provide the successful candidate with a unique opportunity to learn about how the UN operates at the country level. Among others, the successful candidate will: learn about the functions and roles of wide range of UN Agencies; gain insight into the country programming process of the UN; and become familiar with how the UN interacts with its government counterparts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the UN Resident Coordinator, the direct supervision of the Head of the RCO, and in close collaboration with RCO colleagues, the intern will:

Provide relevant support to UN coordination mechanisms and UN Country Team activities, including meetings and joint work.
Prepare briefs, presentation materials, talking points and speeches for meetings, events and missions.
Support the organization and follow-up of the inter-agency and high-level meetings or events attended by the RC or RCO staff members.
Assist in updating and providing inputs to UN China website and other communications productions, including by proof reading English materials.
Other administrative tasks as required.

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN’s values and ethical standards
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of the common UN system
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability

Functional Competencies

Demonstrates excellent analytical and organizational skills
Excellent drafting skills in English and Chinese
Resourcefulness, initiative and mature judgment
Responds positively to feedback
Excellent computer skills (Including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook)
Ability to establish effective working relations in a multicultural team environment
Strong team work skills

Required Skills and Experience

Currently enrolled in Master’s degree in international development studies, international relations, social sciences, political science, law, economics, management, or other relevant fields.
Experience with other UN agencies, international organisations and/or non-governmental organisations would be considered an asset.
Knowledge of the UN system and its mandate would be considered an asset.
Fluency in English and Mandarin Chinese with superior drafting skills.
Selected applicants must provide a proof of school enrollment.
Please include your availability dates and earliest desired starting date on the top of your CV