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1.Internship – Partnership and Resource Mobilization Intern
Duties And Responsibilities
With guidance and overall supervision of the Special Representative to AU and UNECA, and under close supervision from the Liaison Specialist, the Intern is expected to undertake the following tasks:
upport to analyze the strategic partnership related opportunities in line with the Liaison office priorities for partnership development and develop brief materials to use for preparations for meetings with potential partners
Monitor the Liaison Office’s donor reporting commitments, follow up and alerting on upcoming deadlines and provide support to review and quality assurance of narrative donor reporting
Analyze and maintain donor information and databases
Monitor updating of pipeline into Leads system and provide details to supervisor.
Provide inputs to resource mobilization strategies
Undertakes ad-hoc donor studies (donor policies, sectoral and geographic preferences, economic and political background, development assistance strategies etc.), research and other activities to identify funding opportunities
Undertake research for possible new partnerships
Develop intelligence and knowledge products related to partnerships and disseminate internally to support institutional capacity on partner relations
Participate in donor meetings and public information events, as delegated
Learning Objectives
Increase understanding of UN Women’s work and the UN system at the regional level
Good working knowledge of the resource mobilization function of UN Women as well as a clear understanding of the relationship building with partners and clients
Knowledge and understanding of regional GEWE policy issues
Build and develop professional relationships with UN Women colleagues and colleagues from other UN agencies.
Work as a team member in a multicultural setting
Competencies
Core Values:
- Respect for Diversity
- Integrity
- Professionalism Core Competencies:
- Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
- Accountability
- Creative Problem Solving
- Effective Communication
- Inclusive Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Leading by Example
- Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies: UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf (unwomen.org)
Functional Competencies:
Familiarity with Africa regional gender equality issues
Ability to learn quickly
Strong attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with varying complexity
Ability to adapt in a constantly changing and fast-paced environment
Excellent written, verbal, & interpersonal communication skills as well as exemplary customer service skills
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and strong teamwork capacity
A self-starter; able to anticipate issues and propose solutions
Strong interest in working in the UN system, particularly on Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women
General IT competence and command of main office software programmes
Required Skills And Experience
Education:
Applicants must meet one of the following:
University studies in one of the following disciplines: Gender Studies, Political Science, International Relations or other relevant Social Science fields is required.
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Skills Competencies & Educational background
Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher).
Candidates with basic design and layout skills and adept in using Adobe Photoshop, In Design and other publishing software
Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills
Proven advocacy, analytical and writing skills
Demonstrated and extensive social media experience is an added advantage
Language:
Excellent communication skill (written and oral) in English language. Knowledge of French language is an asset.
Renumeration
Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic costs for the duration of the internship
Interested applicants can apply before the closing date of the application using below link
https://jobs.undp.org/cj_apply.cfm?cur_job_id=113472
Internship – Administrative Support
Duties And Responsibilities
With guidance and overall supervision of the Special Representative to AU and UNECA, and under close supervision from the Liaison Specialist, the Intern is expected to undertake the following tasks:
Maintenance of the Liaison Office calendar, contact list, arrangement of appointments and meetings
Screening of incoming correspondence; arranging zoom, Microsoft Teams meetings and conferences
Organization of workshops and conferences in coordination with other staffs
Provide support for international participants’ travel and logistics matters
Coordination of the information flow in the office and arrangement of on/off-line team meetings
Support in taking notes, drafting TORs, reports, documents
Assistance in the review supporting documents before approval of the Special Representative or the designated office and record any document
Support knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Provision of technical support in development/maintenance of digital platforms/social media channels were requested
Contribute to the preparation of financial reports
Support administration processes including procurement processes
Support as Executive Assistant to Special Representative to AU and UNECA
Support in scheduling agenda of Special Representative
Provide any administrative and logistics support needed
Learning Objectives
Increase understanding of UN Women’s work and the UN system
Gain knowledge and understanding of administrative and operational rules, policies and regulations of UN Women
Build and develop professional relationships with UN Women colleagues and colleagues from other UN agencies
Work as a team member in a multicultural setting
Competencies
Core Values:
- Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism
Core Competencies: - information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies: UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf (unwomen.org)Functional Competencies:
- Familiarity with Africa regional gender equality issues
Ability to learn quickly
Strong attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with varying complexity
Ability to adapt in a constantly changing and fast-paced environment
Excellent written, verbal, & interpersonal communication skills as well as exemplary customer service skills
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and strong teamwork capacity
A self-starter; able to anticipate issues and propose solutions
Strong interest in working in the UN system, particularly on Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women
General IT competence and command of main office software programmes
Required Skills And Experience
The candidate must meet one of the following criteria:
University studies in one of the following disciplines: Business or Public Administration, Finance, project management and/or related fields;
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Skills Competencies & Educational background
Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher).
Candidates with basic design and layout skills and adept in using Adobe Photoshop, In Design and other publishing software
Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills
Proven advocacy, analytical and writing skills
Demonstrated and extensive social media experience is an added advantage
Language:
Excellent communication skill (written and oral) in English language. Knowledge of French language is an asset.
Remuneration
Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic costs for the duration of the internship.
Interested applicants can apply before the closing date of the application using below link
https://jobs.undp.org/cj_apply.cfm?cur_job_id=113358
3. Job title: Internship – Coordination Intern
Duties and Responsibilities
With guidance and overall supervision of the Special Representative to AU and UNECA, and under close supervision from the Liaison Specialist, the Intern is expected to undertake the following tasks:
Assist the coordination of consultations related to the implementation of UN Women Liaison Office Strategic Note 2022-2025
Provide substantive and logistical support to the coordination of events, and advocacy initiatives
Contribute to concept notes, agendas and related working documents
Support the engagement of the Liaison Office in global and continental intergovernmental processes including by participating in, monitoring and reporting on informal and formal meetings, taking notes and drafting minutes
Review, analyze and draft summaries of reports and policy documents, and of intergovernmental outcomes, from a gender equality perspective; and draft documents (i.e. concept notes, briefing notes and presentations)
Prepare background research, briefing notes and talking points to inform UN Women Liaison Office engagement in advocacy platforms and initiatives
Participate in UN inter-agency and development partners’ coordination meetings, meetings with AU partners and prepare the notes for files and minutes
Handle inquiries from partners and facilitate logistics for Liaison Office visitors
Carry out other assignments as required
Learning Objectives
Increase understanding of UN Women’s work and the UN system
Gain knowledge and understanding of administrative and operational rules, policies and regulations of UN Women
Build and develop professional relationships with UN Women colleagues and colleagues from other UN agencies
Work as a team member in a multicultural setting
Core Values:
Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism
Core Competencies:
Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example
Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies: UN-Women-values-and-competencies-framework-en.pdf (unwomen.org)
Functional Competencies:
Familiarity with Africa regional gender equality issues
Ability to learn quickly
Strong attention to detail
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks with varying complexity
Ability to adapt in a constantly changing and fast-paced environment
Excellent written, verbal, & interpersonal communication skills as well as exemplary customer service skills
Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and strong teamwork capacity
A self-starter; able to anticipate issues and propose solutions
Strong interest in working in the UN system, particularly on Gender Equality and Empowerment of Women
General IT competence and command of main office software programmes
Required Skills And Experience Education:
University studies in one of the following disciplines: Gender Studies, Political Science, International Relations or other relevant Social Science fields is required.
Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Skills Competencies & Educational background
Advanced working knowledge of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Publisher).
Candidates with basic design and layout skills and adept in using Adobe Photoshop, In Design and other publishing software
Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills
Proven advocacy, analytical and writing skills
Demonstrated and extensive social media experience is an added advantage
Language:Excellent communication skill (written and oral) in English language. Knowledge of French language is an asset.
Renumeration
Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic costs for the duration of the internship.
Interested applicants can apply before the closing date of the application using below link
https://jobs.undp.org/cj_apply.cfm?cur_job_id=113469
Deadline : August 10, 2023
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