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Internships offer outstanding graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNDPโs work. They are designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of multilateral technical cooperation but also complement other international studies.ย
UNDP Timor-Leste will engage an intern to support inception of the project Nature-based solutions for nature-positive development in Timor Leste. Objective of this project is to promote nature-based development to reduce ecosystem degradation by valuing nature and applying nature-based solutionsย in the agriculture, fisheries and tourism sectors. In arriving at this approach, the project will consider the interests of all stakeholders appropriate to the local context.ย Duties and Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Assistant Resident Representation & Head of Climate Change and Environment programme, the intern is expected to execute the following duties.
Support baseline data collection, conduct interviews, draft minutes and reports.ย Support stakeholder mapping, including government agencies, NGOs, communities and private sector partners.ย Assist in preparing materials for stakeholder consultations and capacity-building workshops. Document key insights from community engagement sessions and expert discussions.ย Support the development of communication material such as infographics, fact sheets, baseline stories and social media posts.ย Manage the calendar of various meetings for meetings, communication and monitoring activities.ย Prepare logistics for field missionsย Assist in organizing workshops, and consultation meetings.ย Any other duties as required by the office. Competencies Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNDP; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNDPโs procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented; Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNDP in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organizationโs interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority; Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to workย under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities; Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; Required Skills and Experience ย Education:Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a masterโs programme, or higher); inย environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, conservation ecology, social studiesย ย or related field Be enrolled in the a first university degree programme (such as a bachelorโs degree or equivalent); inย environmental science, environmental studies, natural resource management, conservation ecology, social studiesย ย ย or related field Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b)ย above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation; Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.ยIdeally, the applicantโs education should be in a relevant field to the internship position to which they are applying for. Stipends and Insurance:
Stipends:
Expenses and Insurance:
Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, passports, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of:ย ย ย ย ย ย ย a. The sponsoring institution, related institution or Government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย b. Intern
ย ย ย ย 2. Interns, whether engaged in-person or remotely, are responsible for securing adequate medical insurance for the duration of their internship with UNDP and must provide self ย ย ย ย ย ย certification of good health prior to starting the internship. UNDP will not reimburse the medical insurance of the intern. Any costs arising from accidents and illness incurred ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.ย
ย ย ย ย 3. Selected candidates for in-person internships must show proof of valid medical insurance for the duty station in which they will intern. For internsย that are neither nationals ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย nor residents of the duty station of the internship, the insurance must include adequate coverage in the event of an injury or illness during the internship duration which:
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย a. Requires transportation to the home country or country of residence for further treatment;
ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย b. Results in death and requires preparation and return of the remains to the home country, or country of residence.
UNDP accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal effects that may occur during the internship. ย Important information for US Permanent Residents ('Green Card' holders)ย
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