Background
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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. ย The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Unit of Information Technology and Management (ITM) in Copenhagen is responsible for supporting UNDP Country Offices around the world with ICT and Green Energy solutions. Our Unit offers a stimulating and versatile internship in an international environment with contact to various partners from some 166 countries with UNDP presence. We are a team who work in a dynamic and informal atmosphere, and we expect our interns to become vital members of the team. As an intern, you will be given tasks and opportunities that have a direct global impact on the development efforts of the international community.ย ย The UNDP/ITM Green Energy Support internship programme enhances the academic life experience of passionate students as interns and empowers them to become socially responsible, innovative, and environmentally conscious leaders of tomorrow. We bridge the gap between academic learning and real-time industry experience by taking interns behind the scenes of the worldโs leading clean energy and sustainability initiatives, while learning to take into consideration the local context. By being part of our dynamic unit, you will also have an opportunity to establish worldwide connections with other top-talented interns and UN staff from other agencies. Our office is located at the UN City in Copenhagen, giving you the opportunity to interact with people outside the UNDP ITM unit.
Duration: 6 months (3 February - 31 July 2025)
Duties and Responsibilities
Actively participate in collection of data and information related to green energy solution in Country Offices. Participate in the drafting of business cases for renewable energy solutions which include mainly hybrid solar PV systems, energy efficiency, and e-mobility.ย Support in provision of guidance and remote technical assistance on energy efficiency solutions to Country Offices. Assist in installation of IoT (internet of things) energy sensors for assigned projects across the organization.ย Support the team in procuring green energy solution equipment, including market research, compilation of solicitation documents, and technical evaluation of proposals from bidders.ย Support in daily monitoring and operations (O&M) of installed solar PV and e-mobility systems across the organization. Play the role of rapporteur in both internal and external meetings as may be assigned by the supervisor.ย Contribute to the unitโs documentation to support continuous improvement of processes, procedures, and templates.ย Assist the project manager during remote management of installation of renewable energy solutions (solar hybrid systems and e-mobility) in various locations worldwideย Competencies Technological Awareness: Has interest and understanding of renewable energy engineering and sustainable development-oriented areas of workย Innovation: Interest in developing sustainable solutions for UNDP country offices around the world, focusing on green energy, energy efficiency, and e-mobilityย Problem Solving: Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation ย Teamwork: Blends well in a team with members from diverse backgrounds with focus on achieving team goalsย Communication: Communicates effectively at different levels and has a proactive and a goal-oriented mind-setย Planning and Organization: Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities, ensuring follow through on all tasksย Collaboration: Displays cultural, gender, religious, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability and interest and motivation in working in an international organization ย Commitment to Continuous Learning: Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude, responding positively to feedback and differing points of view from members of the teamย Delivery: UNDP ITM unit is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000:2011 and ISO 27001:2013 certified, thus all works shall be compliant with the international standards with focus on high quality, continuous improvements, and customer satisfaction
ย Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:ย
How to Apply?ย
Do not miss out on this opportunity to be a part of this international team and apply by the deadline 20 October 2024, midnight (CET).ย
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and called for interview following the deadline. If you have any questions, please write to us via email address itm.internship@undp.orgย
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