Intern - Inspection and Evaluation

Work LocationNew York Expected duration3 - 6 months Duties and ResponsibilitiesThis internship position is located in the Office of Internal Oversight Services Inspection and Evaluation Division (OIOS-IED), under the supervision of a Chief of Section and Evaluation Team Lead. OIOS-IED conducts independent inspections and evaluations on behalf of the Secretary-General and Member States. OIOS-IED's objective is \"to strengthen accountability, learning, efficiency, effectiveness and impact in the implementation of programmes and the relevance of administrative procedures and to assess whether the activities correspond to the mandates\". More information on OIOS and IED is available at: https://oios.un.org/. OIOS-IED is seeking graduate students who wish to gain professional experience in an international organization to supplement their studies. The internship provides practical educational experience working in a multicultural and intergovernmental organization. Under the supervision of managers of OIOS-IED, the intern is assigned projects and tasks that are relevant to their educational background and interests and is provided with the opportunity to apply and further develop their theoretical and practical knowledge. OIOS-IED is offering an internship for a minimum duration of 3 months, with the possibility of an extension up to 6 months. Remote/flexible working arrangements are possible. Under the overall supervision and guidance of the relevant manager, the intern will be expected to work on the inspection of the capacity-building functions of the five United Nations Regional Economic Commissions (The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), the Economic Commission for Europe (ECE), the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA)). This inspection will focus on their initiatives to develop the capacities of national institutions in tracking and reporting on the progress achieved towards sustainable development targets through data and statistics. The intern may assist in data collection, analysis and other assigned tasks. The intern will have the opportunity to gain exposure to the United Nations Secretariat's work in programme inspection. Depending on the competencies and interests of the intern, and data collection needs stemming from the inspection design, assignments may include: 1. Supporting the inspection team on background research and summarizing data; 2. Assisting the inspection team in collecting, organizing and analysing qualitative and quantitative data. This may include: • Taking notes of stakeholder interviews and meetings; • Obtaining and organizing documents and internal data from United Nations Secretariat entities in different formats; • Conducting qualitative, statistical and quantitative analyses of the data collected; • Developing and testing databases and dashboards, including data cleaning, coding and recoding; and • Visualizing data using MS Excel and Power BI. 3. Assisting in other ad-hoc activities including reviews and edits of the various inspection products, as instructed. Qualifications/special skills1. Applicants to the internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a) Be enrolled in or have completed a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent or higher such as Master’s degree or equivalent, Ph.D. or postgraduate degree); b) Be enrolled in or have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s or equivalent). 2. Be registered for, or have completed, studies in statistics, data science, economics, public administration, political science, international affairs, or related fields. 3. Be proficient with using software applications, preferably including Microsoft Excel and Power BI. Familiarity with data analysis software such as NVIVO, SPSS or Stata is desirable. Familiarity with survey design and online survey tools (e.g. Survey Monkey or Qualtrics) and the use of artificial intelligence platforms is also desirable. 4. Have the ability to clearly and accurately take notes during meetings, summarize complex information, and draft concise, coherent summaries. 5. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of its Charter. 6. Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views. LanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in written and spoken English is required. Fluency in French and/or Spanish is desired. Additional InformationThe internship is unpaid and is, in principle, based in New York city. Interns are expected to work on a full-time basis. Remote working arrangements and flexible working arrangements are available upon request. A completed online application (cover note and personal history profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The cover note must include: • Title of degree you are currently pursuing; • Graduation date (when you: will be graduating/graduated from the programme); • Period of availability (start and end dates); • Skills and experience in research and evaluation, including any experience with qualitative and/or quantitative data collection and/or analysis; • IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in; • Statement of motivation and suitability for this role; • Explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme. In the online Personal History Profile, applicants should include all past work experience, IT skills and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted. Children and siblings of UN staff members are not eligible for participation in the UN internship programme. Potential candidates will be contacted by the Hiring Manager directly for further consideration. Competencies If accepted, interns will be expected to embody the following competencies: Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations; takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; shows willingness to learn new technology. 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. 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.