Saturday, March 29, 2014

Internship - Democratic Governance Intern - UNDP

Education:
    Currently studying or enrolled for Masters programme or graduate-level degree programme in a development-related field such as economics, international relations, sociology, public or business administration, political sciences.

Experience:
    Relevant knowledge and experience in democratic governance and development issues is preferable. Good understanding of the local social and political context is an advantage.

Under the guidance of the Democratic Governance Programme Analyst and direct supervision of the Democratic Governance Programme Associate, the intern will be expected to provide support in the following areas:

Programme Support:
    Undertake research on democratic governance issues as required for ongoing and pipeline projects;
    Support to the implementation of current projects of the Democratic Governance Unit, including assisting with on-going monitoring and evaluation activities and preparation of Terms of References, fact sheets and other project related documents;
    Support the Democratic Governance Unit with annual and quarterly project reviews including compiling critical information on project results and impacts;
    Perform other duties that may be required for effective implementation and monitoring of the programme.

Administrative Support:
    Support with providing information and responding to requests from implementing partners, project personnel, and stakeholders;
    Support with the maintenance of electronic and physical records on all project personnel and their respective status (contracts, TORs, progress reports, etc)
    Support in other administrative matters as required.

Competencies
    Sound research and analytical skills in elements of social science;
    Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task;
    Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication skills;
    Ability to plan and organize his/her work, efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results;
    Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback;
    Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations;
    Knowledge of the UN/UNDP and commitment to UN mission and UNDP mandate is an advantage;
    Computer proficiency: MS Office; presentation skills and ability to creatively represent information is an advantage;
    Be able to work both independently and as part of a team; and
    Be willing to work within the framework of UNDP’s internship policies

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