Internship

DUTY STATION

Geneva, Switzerland

COMMENCEMENT OF DUTY

14 October 2024
or as soon as possible thereafter NATURE OF APPOINTMENT

Internship
6 months

Organizational Unit

Group on Earth Observations (GEO) Secretariat WMO is committed to achieving diversity and a balanced workforce. Applications are welcome from qualified women and men, including those with disabilities. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist in the management of Programme Board process in developing the Post-2025 GWP, including scheduling meetings, drafting meeting minutes, maintaining work files and documentation, assisting with logistics, among others;

2. Support the organization of the 2025 GEO Global Forum, including logistics support, preparing communication materials, drafting meeting minutes, and managing requests;

3. Support gathering, processing and sharing the latest information on progress, achievements, risks and challenges at GWP portfolio level or at individual project level;

4. Conduct research work, especially in support of GEO's climate and biodiversity portfolio;

5. Aid in the communication efforts of the GEO Work Programme activities, including updating website content, ensuring the availability of information, providing social media support, and utilizing design and communication skills to create visually appealing and engaging materials;

6. Provide organizational and cross-functional support, as needed. QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Earth Sciences, Environmental Studies, Public Administration, International Development, or related fields.
Experience
No previous work experience is required.

Any of the following will be considered an asset:

• Familiarity with international or national biodiversity management conventions, knowledge of biodiversity monitoring and mapping methods. Experience in conservation practices and policies.

• Experience in using geographic information systems and/or analysis of Earth observation (remote sensing and/or in situ) data.

• Experience or coursework in project monitoring and evaluation.

• Awareness of capacity development, open data / open science frameworks or principles, cloud computing, machine learning, or environmental systems modeling.

• Awareness of international policy agendas, such as the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, Convention on Biological Diversity, Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the Paris Climate Agreement, and the New Urban Agenda.
Other requirements
• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Good analytical and drafting skills.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office software. Proficiency in design tools and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite) to create visually appealing materials.

• Detail-oriented.

• Takes initiative.

• Ability to work in a multicultural and diverse team.
Languages
Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken) is mandatory. Another official UN language is considered an asset.

(Note: The official languages of the Organization are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.) Additional Information:
APPLICATIONS: Only applicants in whom GEO has a further interest will be contacted.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit a written test and/or an interview. Date of issue of vacancy notice: 15 July 2024