UNDP · 1 day ago
Intern - UN System Affairs
New York, United States
Internship
Onsite
InternUNDP is an organization focused on fostering sustainable development and building strategic partnerships. They are seeking an intern for the UN System Affairs Team to support intergovernmental processes, policy analysis, and team operations, providing a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international relations and multilateral diplomacy.
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Responsibilities
Cover and gather data on inter-agency and intergovernmental meetings and support analysis on key strategic issues, including on UN80 reform initiative
Regularly monitor and update through briefs/readouts/notes key developments within the intergovernmental and interagency spaces – flagship initiatives, campaigns, advocacy, news/updates
Support the team in the preparatory work ahead of the UNDP/UNOPS/UNFPA Executive Board sessions including preparation of readouts and documentation as needed
Support the team in the preparation of key corporate reporting exercises, including as part of the UN Development System reform, and prepare meeting minutes and background documents as requested
Attend interagency and intergovernmental meetings and consultations as requested, provide timely information on issues of relevant importance to UNDP
Support regular monitoring of Member States and UN entities’ positions and providing inputs to briefing notes
Assist in establishing standardized political positioning metrics and tracking system, utilizing AI tools, conducting data analysis, and assessing the impact of intergovernmental and interagency engagements that will contribute to lessons learned
Maintain information repositories for knowledge management up to date
Perform other duties as may be required in support of the team’s objectives and workplan, as guided by UNSAT Team Leader
Qualification
Required
Enrollment in graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent or higher)
Enrollment in the final academic year of a university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent)
A university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) within one year of graduation
Currently enrolled in a Master's / postgraduate university in international relations, political science or related field
Relevant national and/or international experience is desirable in multilateral diplomacy, sustainable development, human rights, humanitarian or political affairs, international relations, finance/economics, political science, management, communications, business consulting, knowledge management or related field
Knowledge in multilateral diplomacy, development-related areas, multi-stakeholder engagement, international or multilateral organizations
Experience in drafting meeting and analytical notes, as well as organizing meetings and collaborative events
Good understanding of international development and multilateralism, particularly the UN system, its intergovernmental bodies and fora, Secretariat, agencies, funds and programmes
Excellent analytical and data handling capability
Excellent organizational, general administration, time management skills
Strong English language skills (oral and written)
Demonstrates strong computer skills and ability to produce information visually
Ability for problem-solving, multi-tasking, meet deadlines and work under pressure, strong follow-up skills
Ability to work as part of a team in a constantly evolving work environment
Benefits
Interns may be given a stipend according to the UNDP Internship Policies, if not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme.
Interns are responsible for securing adequate medical insurance for the duration of the internship.
Company
UNDP
UNDP is an active United Nations program that focuses on poverty eradication, crisis prevention, and social development.
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