Jobs - 87615- Intern at the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in

Intern at the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in Belarus - Data Management & Results Monitoring

Location :

Minsk, BELARUS

Type of Contract :

Internship

Starting Date :

14-Oct-2019

Application Deadline :

03-Nov-19 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Intern

Duration of Initial Contract :

minimum 3 months

Languages Required :

English Russian

Expected Duration of Assignment :

with possible extension up to 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 UN Country Team is led by the UN Resident Coordinator, who is appointed by the UN Secretary-General and is the highest-ranking representative of the UN development system in the country. The UN Resident Coordinator is supported by the Resident Coordinator’s Office, which includes national and international advisors on strategic planning, economic analysis, data and statistics, communications and advocacy,

The UN Office in Belarus was opened in 1992. The UN mandate in Belarus is determined by the Agreement between the Government of Belarus and UN of 24 September 1992, which requires the UN “to support and supplement the national efforts at solving the most important problems of its economic development and to promote social progress and better standards of life”.

The United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2021-2025 represents the most important instrument for planning and implementation of the UN development activities at country level in support of the SDGs. The Cooperation Framework is nationally owned and anchored in the national development priorities, the Agenda 2030 and the principles of the UN Charter.

Belarus is committed to the Agenda 2030 on the global, regional and country level. The national coordination structure for SDG implementation was established in 2016, the first Voluntary Report on SDGs was presented at the UN High-Level Political Forum in 2017. Minsk hosted the Regional SDG Forum for Europe and Central Asia in 2018, the National SDG Forum in 2019, taking forward a discussion on the National Sustainable Development Strategy 2035.

The top priority for the UN’s work in Belarus is to support the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals, advance the discussion about financing for SDGs and inspire partnerships needed for the effective realization of the Agenda 2030.

The National Sustainable Development Strategy 2035 confirms that it is necessary to pair the national goals with 17 SDGs whereas they shall be also adapted to the conditions of long-term development of Belarus. When setting the national goals, Belarus considered the sustainable development accelerators recommended by the UN Mainstreaming, Acceleration and Policy Support mission in the Roadmap for SDGs Implementation. The National Statistical Committee of Belarus (Belstat) coordinates monitoring and evaluation of SDGs. The UN has supported establishment of the National Platform for Reporting on Sustainable Development Goals of the Republic of Belarus, which is the main tool for assessing the progress and dissemination of data on SDG indicators (sdgplatform.belstat.gov.by).

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Research and analyses

Research of socio-economic context, implementation of SDGs globally and in Belarus, vulnerable groups at risk of being left behind;
Assistance in the process of UNSDCF elaboration: work with the documents, preparation of the meetings and minutes-taking;
Contribution to data collection, processing and interpretation;
Review of good practices and new developments in the area of empowerment of youth, digital transformation and social innovation, green economy, gender equality.

2.Other tasks including administrative work and logistics:

With supervision, provide assistance in planning, logistical support and advocacy in preparation of the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework 2021-2025;
With supervision, liaise with other UN agencies, international and national partners to share experience and create networks;
Participate in meetings, workshops and other discussion fora to establish a dialogue on the importance of digital transformation and social innovation, green economy, gender equality;
Support other/ad hoc activities as seen relevant and needed.

Competencies

Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal oriented mind-set;
Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
Good writing skills both in Russian and English;
Outstanding analytical skills, ability to deal with large amounts of information;
Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

Required Skills and Experience

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

currently in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree; or
currently enrolled in a Master’s degree; or
have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a master’s degree or equivalent studies.

Field of study:

Law, Economics, International relations, Development studies or equivalent.

Skills:

Knowledge and a proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools;
Fluent English and Russian required;

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Interns are considered gratis personnel. They are not staff members.

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.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and please ensure that copies of your educational qualifications are available when contacted.

Successful applicants for internships will need to submit the following documentation upon selection:

Copy of the most recent CV in English;
Letter of motivation;
Other documents might be required, though at a later stage.

We accept 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 insurance. Medical Certificate of Good Health and Proof of medical insurance for duration of contract must be provided before the internship commences.