INTERN - ADMINISTRATION

Work LocationNew York Expected duration6 months. Desired start date: 1 May 2024 Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe internship is located in the United Nations Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget under the Secretariat of the Independent Audit Advisory Committee of the General Assembly. The intern with report to the Executive Secretary of the IAAC. IAAC was established pursuant to General Assembly resolution 60/248 and serves in an expert advisory capacity and assists the Assembly in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities. For more information on IAAC visit: https://www.un.org/ga/iaac/ The internship is for a maximum period of six (6) months. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned. Responsibilities Responsibilities of the internship position range widely, encompassing many aspects of the section's work. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • Conduct surveys and collect data. • Research, analyze and compile information relevant to the assigned projects. • Support their respective teams by analyzing data and creating strategic communication products, such as presentations, analyzing data extracted from the UN ERP and/or other systems. • Perform analysis and identify solutions to issues requiring attention. • Communicate and follow up with relevant stakeholders/parties to ensure such issues are resolved. • Assist with the preparation of management reports. • Performs other duties as may be required. Qualifications/special skillsApplicants must meet one of the following requirements: 1.(a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent). 2. Be computer literate in standard software applications such as Microsoft Excel, MS Word and MS Teams or similar; Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and have a demonstrated 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. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work. experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage. Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish are the official languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Additional InformationA completed online application (Cover Letter and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Letter must include: • Title of degree you are currently pursuing or the title of the degree you have obtained. • Graduation date (when will you graduate or when did you graduate). • List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in. • List your top three areas of interest. • Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship. • Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. • Explain your interest in the work of the United Nations and personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter. • Explain how you have demonstrated an 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. Intern Specific textInterns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. No FeeTHE 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.