Background information – IPMG
UNOPS strategic focus places increased emphasis on national capacity development and sustainable approaches to project management, procurement and infrastructure services. A key objective is to be recognized as an organization that delivers world-class infrastructure and project management, which is both economically and socially sustainable, even in the most challenging environments. To achieve this goal, UNOPS has established the Infrastructure and Project Management Group (IPMG).
Within UNOPS, it is IPMG’s objective to serve the organization’s personnel and partners by broadening their infrastructure and project management capabilities, while disseminating best practices in both of these areas. Through this work, the group helps facilitate the successful delivery of programs and projects around the world.
To achieve its objectives, IPMG has established six interrelated and interdependent technical streams, namely, Strategic Initiatives, Standards, Engagement Assurance, Gender Equality and Inclusion (GESI), Grant Support, and Transformation, that are supported by the Portfolio Support team.
The Strategic Initiatives (SI) team works to develop methodologies and tools to improve development outcomes as well as assist in the positioning of UNOPS at the highest levels in related fields, including various global agenda focus areas, such as resilience and sustainability.
In addition, SI hosts the Secretariat for UNOPS Mission Hubs. The Mission Hubs are thematic hubs, intended to drive cross-regional engagement, peer learning, and promote knowledge management at all levels in order to reinforce UNOPS capacity to implement the Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and contribute to the 2030 Agenda and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Background information – Job specific
Under the overall management of the Head of Strategic Initiatives and direct supervision by the Knowledge Management Analyst in IPMG, the Mission Hubs Secretariat intern will be responsible for supporting administration, communications and knowledge management tasks.
Depending on the profile of the selected candidate, they will also support research tasks aligned with the thematic areas of the Mission Hubs. Thematic areas include climate, energy, small island developing states (SIDS), healthcare, digital transformation, social protection and equality, and humanitarian development work.
The successful candidate will have strong communication and stakeholder management skills. They must be client/service-oriented as well as structured, organized and detail-oriented. In addition, the incumbent is expected to demonstrate willingness and ability to learn all relevant online tools and systems that are used by the Mission Hubs and IPMG.
Functional responsibilities
Overall support for a variety of tasks and work packages related to the achievement of the Mission Hub work plans:
Training and learning components
At the end of this internship, the successful candidate will have gained:
Please attach a cover letter explaining your motivation for this position and describing how relevant your experience is. Applications without a cover letter may be disregarded.
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion. |
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. |
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). |
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. |
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. |
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. |
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground. |
1. Academic qualifications
2. Language Skills
3. Computer Literacy
4. Internship-related experiences
While no prior work experience is required, some experience in communications, digital marketing or research related to the thematic areas of the Mission Hubs is highly desirable.
5. Additional requirements
Contract type: Intern
Contract level: Intern
Contract duration: Until 31 December 2024 – extendable up to 12 month subject to performance and budget availability
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
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