Intern - Programme Management - UNEP DEPE/GRASP), Nairobi

Closing date: Thursday, 30 April 2015

Posting Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT - UNEP DEPI/GRASP), I

Job Code Title: INTERN - ENVIRONMENT AFFAIRS

Department/ Office: United Nations Environment Programme

Duty Station: NAIROBI

Posting Period: 15 April 2015-30 April 2015

Job Opening number: 15-ENV-UNEP-42465-R-NAIROBI (O)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include;

1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.

2.Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),

• List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.

3. A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

The UNEP Division of Environmental Policy Implementation (DEPI) GRASP internship is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the department.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.

Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the direct supervision of the the Programme Manager GRASP Secretariat, the intern will:

• Draft project concepts, proposals, and implementation agreements on subjects relevant to great ape conservation; such as ecosystems services, post-conflict environmental cooperation, conservation finance, climate change, biofuels and carbon offsets
• Assist in the preparation of GRASP workshops and meetings to take place in the great ape range or non-range countries
• Assist in the development of project proposals to a variety of donors
• Gather and analyse data relevant to GRASP projects
• Assist in the implementation and management of GRASP projects
• Liaise with GRASP partners to ascertain their needs for assistance from GRASP
• Research information on ape priority populations and sites in Africa and Southeast Asia, their needs and the threats they face to assist conservation partners
• Help GRASP staff formulate solutions to threats faced by great apes in the wild
• Assist with preparations for GRASP Executive Committee meetings
• Assist with ad hoc GRASP meetings and workshops and prepare meeting minutes if required
• Provide remote technical assistance and regular communication liaison within GRASP and with members of the public
• Support Chinese - language initiatives that promote GRASP policies
• Undertake other tasks as required, and in accordance with the intern's interests and experience

Competencies

Core Competencies: Communication:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
• Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
• Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed Teamwork:
• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
• Places team agenda before personal agenda
• Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
• Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings Client Orientation:
• Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients ' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
• Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
• Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
• Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
• Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
• Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: be enrolled in: a. be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);

b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);

c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

Be computer literate in standard software applications;

Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;

Have a demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Advanced studies (Master's degree or equivalent) in communication, environmental management or related field preferred.

Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of Chinese is desirable.

Assessment Method

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

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