JOB DETAILS:
Background Information – UNOPS
UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.
UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.
Working with us
UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.
Diversity
With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.
Work life harmonization
UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.
Background information – IPAS
The Integrated Practice Advice and Support (IPAS) is a part of the Shared Service Centre (SSC). Based in Copenhagen, Denmark, IPAS serves all the regions and headquarters, primarily with advice and solutions to everyday implementation challenges. IPAS consists of a diverse team of subject matter experts in HR, Administration, Finance, Procurement, Project Management and Infrastructure. IPAS is composed of six teams – one team for each of the five practice areas, and the surge team that provides short term support to country offices. IPAS has three main roles:
Role of the HR Intern
The Human Resources (HR) Intern will be responsible for providing support in the execution and delivery of HR efficiency projects within IPAS HR. The HR Intern will be entrusted with project tasks that s/he will be able to manage independently and will get a privileged exposure to global HR operations in a UN organization. The role will be focused on gathering, communicating and innovating our existing tools in a dynamic and practical manner; always focused on the efficiency of our work. The role will provide internal support and administration, communication, reporting and analysis to the IPAS HR team.
This is a unique opportunity to learn within an international work environment. The ideal candidate will be engaged, enthusiastic and committed, and bring some new perspectives to our work. The ideal candidate may have a background in communications or a related function, ideally with some knowledge or at least an interest in HR and/or data analytics. However, as internships are designed to be valuable learning experiences, previous work experience is not a requirement.
The internship is paid and for a duration of 6 months. This period can be renewed once for another 6 months, subject to performance and availability of funds.
The role has 2 main pillars: 1) communications/knowledge management and 2) data analytics. Ideally we would like to find a candidate with skills and interest in both pillars, but depending on the profile of the selected candidate, the functional responsibilities will be tailored (e.g. focus more on one area rather than the other).
Under the overall guidance and supervision of the HR Specialist, IPAS HR, the HR Intern will be responsible for supporting a variety of tasks and work packages.
Some of the specific tasks may include, but are not limited to:
1. Communication, Capacity building and Knowledge Management:
2. Data analysis and Reporting:
3. Team Support
At the end of this internship, the successful candidate will have gained in:
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. |
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IMPORTANT: It is highly encouraged that applicants submit a Cover Letter with their CV that outlines their motivation for participating in this internship.
Contract type: Internship
Contract level: Internship
Contract duration: 6 months with possibility of extension
Terms and Conditions
ABSTRACT:
United Nations Office for Project Services HR Intern (with focus on Knowledge Management and/or Data Analytics) Denmark UNOPS Jobs 2024
United Nations Office for Project Services looking for “HR Intern (with focus on Knowledge Management and/or Data Analytics)”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 25-Jul-24.
The United Nations Office for Project Services has published a job vacancy announcement on 11/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of HR Intern (with focus on Knowledge Management and/or Data Analytics) to be based in Copenhagen , Denmark. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org
Company Name: United Nations Office for Project Services
Job Title: HR Intern (with focus on Knowledge Management and/or Data Analytics)
Duty Station: Copenhagen , Denmark
Country: Denmark
Application Deadline: 25-Jul-24