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The UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa (RBA) is dedicated to advancing the United Nations Development Programmeโs Strategic Plan within the Sub-Saharan African region, with a strong focus on eliminating poverty and reducing inequalities. RBA provides strategic oversight and support to forty-six country offices, ensuring alignment with regional and corporate priorities.
The UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa (RBA) Management Support Team (MST) provides strategic and operational support to RBA senior management and regional operations. MST leads on financial stewardship, performance monitoring, workflow coordination, and operational analytics to support strategic decision-making and ensure timely, accountable, and efficient delivery across RBA.
MST seeks an intern with a strong business/finance academic background, complemented by data analysis skills, to support financial reviews, operational analytics, performance dashboards, and internal management processes.
This internship offers hands-on exposure to financial and operational functions within a global development organization.
The intern will report to the Operations Advisor and will work closely with the operations team, regional advisors, and other stakeholders to support data-driven decision-making processes.
The internship is for a maximum of 6 months. The internship is not paid (however a stipend is provided)ย and is full-time. ย Duties and Responsibilities
The intern will support MST in the following areas:
Financial & Business Support (Primary)
Support financial analysis, budget monitoring, and expenditure tracking Assist in reviewing financial reports and COA/PTAEO mapping Conduct variance and trend analysis on RBA financial metrics Assist with financial performance presentations and briefing materialsData & Analytics
Operational & Administrative Support
Maintain unit action trackers and workflow logs Assist with planning, documentation, and coordination of meetings/retreats Draft short briefs, notes, and process documentationKnowledge & Process Support
Document processes and support knowledge management Assist in preparing standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidance notesOther duties as assigned by the supervisor
ย Competencies
Professional Competencies
Core Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with the ability to manage multiple tasks Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-driven mindset Ability to work collaboratively and adapt in a fast-paced multicultural environmentDemonstrated reliability, professionalism, and commitment to learning
ย Required Skills and Experience
Learning Objectives
By the end of the internship, the intern will:
Gain exposure to UNDP operations and corporate systems Strengthen financial and operational data analysis skills Apply business and process-improvement methodologies in a UN context Develop professional communication, reporting, and presentation skills Gain understanding of program management and resource stewardship in a global development organization Enhance data visualization and narrative-building skills for presenting insights to senior stakeholdersApplication Requirements
CV or P11 Cover letter Academic Credentials/Proof of Academic Enrolment or graduation (within the past 12 months) Proof of medical insurance covering the entire duration of the internship Medical Certificate of Good Health National ID or Passport Writing sample or data/analysis sample preferred but not requiredIntern conditions:
UNDP internship programme does not provide a salary or remuneration for the internship, UNDP offers a modest monthly stipend to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station, All other expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring Government, or institution, UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship, The intern is responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed, Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship, The intern must provide proof of enrollment in health insurance plan,Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity. Disclaimer
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