Work Location

Remote/Home based

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

The UN Resident Coordinator System encompasses all organizations of the UN system dealing with operational activities for development, regardless of their formal presence in the country. The UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) is the designated representative of the UN Secretary-General and leading the UN Country Team (UNCT) and assumes the overall responsibility for – and coordination of – the development activities of the UN system. The UN Resident Coordinator Office (RCO) in Angola brings together all the UN entities working on sustainable development in the country, and leads the United Nations Country Team (UNCT). Its main goal is to ensure joint planning and working together and ensure the delivery of tangible results in support of the development agenda of the Government of Angola, through the new UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, which guides the UN country team’s development program cycle, in joint agreement with the Government. The main functions of the resident coordinator office include but not limited to strategic analysis and planning; oversight of the UN country programming cycle; representation and support of UN Secretariat and UN Agencies including those without formal presence in Angola; support the national coordination systems and processes; development and management of shared operational support services; crisis management preparedness and response; external communication and advocacy; human rights and political Development; joint resource mobilization and fund management; and general UNCT oversight and coordination. Under the direct supervision of the RCO Senior Economist, the intern will contribute specifically to the socio-economic area, including performing substantive analytical tasks, and those related to the support of the RC functions. The intern will be responsible for finding a suitable location, IT stationery equipment, and internet facilities to connect frequently with the RCO Economist. The Internship is UNPAID and full-time. Responsibilities – Support the analysis of some sections of the Common Country Analysis update and Voluntary National Report; – Supports RCO Senior Economist in monitoring the main socio-economic, SDG trends in Angola and in the region, with regular bi-weekly briefs; – Contribute to strengthening of SDGs data collection and management; – Support remotely the organization of events for the promotion of dialogue on SDGs; – Participate in relevant online events, and provide briefs to the RCO Senior Economist; – Support remotely the organization of national events and technical contributions to delegations in preparation of main global events such as COPs, SDGs-related global events, etc. – Proactively propose and/or follow-up on joint UN and/or DPs initiatives; – Support online meetings and communication with key government, private sector and civil society counterparts, partners; – Supports administrative tasks.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Preferred studies: Holder of a bachelor’s degree in Economy or related social sciences. Preference for development economics is desired. – Ability to work independently and as part of a team. – Be result-oriented, with the ability to meet deadlines. – Good interpersonal skills and a personal commitment to the Principles and Values of the United Nations Charter. – Good communication skills, including the ability to draft documents in a clear and concise manner. – Creativity, knowledgeable and with personal interest in new technologies and tools. – No prior professional experience is required, although any experience of relevance will be an advantage. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. Fluency in English language is required for this internship. Fluency in Portuguese or Spanish language is desirable. Knowledge of another UN language would be desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.