Location:

Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Salary:

$50,000 - $80,000 / YEAR
Job type:

FULL_TIME
Posted:

4 months ago
Category:
Deadline:

24/08/2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

BACKGROUND:

UNOPS hosts Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) Secretariat/Programme in Vienna, Austria. Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) is an independent organization with a global mandate to accelerate progress on the energy transition in emerging and developing countries. We work at the intersection of energy, climate, and development. We collaborate with governments and partners worldwide to end energy poverty, accelerate the deployment of renewable energy solutions, and combat climate change.

Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere, can lead a dignified life on a healthy planet, powered by sustainable energy. We promote this vision by pushing for higher ambitions, stronger policies, greater finance flows, increased localization and green jobs, and faster results toward an energy transition that leaves no one behind. Former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon launched the Sustainable Energy for All initiative in 2011. Since then, our CEO has served as the UN Secretary-General”s Special Representative for Sustainable Energy for All and Co-Chair of UN-Energy.

The ambitions of SDG7 are extraordinary. Aiming to achieve them in the context of the Paris Agreement on climate change involves transformation at a scale never undertaken before. Swift action must be taken by leaders in governments, private sector companies, institutions, financiers, development banks, unions, communities, entrepreneurs, and civil society. As we enter the final decade to achieve SDG7, SEforALL has strategically chosen to strengthen global agenda-setting while expanding its activities to an engagement model that prioritizes data-driven decision-making, partnerships with high-impact countries and implementation on the ground.

The just and equitable energy transition cannot be achieved and sustained without ensuring gender equality. The global energy access gap is gendered, and women and girls disproportionately bear the burden of the every-day consequences of energy poverty. At the same time, women are under-represented in the energy sector, from entry- and mid-level positions to boardrooms. As a result, women are less likely to have a voice in the policy and decision-making that affects them. SEforALL’s Gender & Youth (G&Y) programme centres women and youth in the just and equitable energy transition by supporting their entry into and career progression within the sector, as well as empowering the next generation of women and youth leaders.

SEforALL in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy, Natural Resources, Environment and Mines in Honduras, and in partnership with the Latin American Energy Organization OLADE ( a public intergovernmental body for cooperation, coordination, and technical advisory services, composed of 27 countries from Latin America and the Caribbean), is recruiting a recent woman graduate for a traineeship programme in Honduras. The traineeship will provide hands-on technical training with a focus on clean energy, unlocking financing for SDG 7, the country’s Energy Compact & stakeholder engagement. STEM Trainees will work closely with Government officials and project partners in the implementation of activities.

This is an affirmative vacancy for candidates identifying as women between the age of 18 and 35 in Honduras, that is, only applicants identifying as women residing in Honduras will be considered.

The six-month STEM Traineeship programme will be comprised of two programmatic elements, whereby the first element will involve virtual trainings on professional development, including soft skills, and relevant technical topics, while the second element will involve activity-based technical trainings, providing hands-on practical experience through the provision of support to project partners on the various activities.

Functional Responsibilities

Functional Responsibilities Functional Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions The STEM Trainee will be part of a Latin American coh…

Summary of Key Functions

The STEM Trainee will be part of a Latin American cohort including trainees from Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Honduras, and Mexico. The traineeship will focus on the following areas:

The primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

Assist the project team in coordinating activities, meetings, and resources necessary for the successful execution of energy focused activities.
Contribute to action towards unlocking SDG7 finance by supporting stakeholder engagement and landscape analysis of investment bottlenecks in the region, as well as the identification of avenues to build a pipeline of green infrastructure projects in the region, aligning with the country’s Energy Compact commitments.
Work closely with volunteers, providing guidance, support, and coordination to ensure their active participation and contribution to project objectives.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and progress reports related to project activities.
Facilitate coordination with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback and address concerns or inquiries related to the project.
In close collaboration with the OLADE team, provide support in the preparation of projects, technical activities, and high-level events.

Trainees will also be expected to participate in daily activities in close collaboration with OLADE and their focal point, scheduled site visits, workshops, and supplementary training programmes arranged by SEforALL.

Training components and learning elements

The STEM Trainees will also be expected to attend virtual trainings on professional development, including soft skills, and relevant technical topics. These training and learning activities include:

– Undertake soft skills training sessions to support professional development of STEM Trainees including, but not limited to:

Career development (including resume development, interviewing, networking, and mentorship); and
Communication and social media training

Summary of Key Functions

The STEM Trainee will be part of a Latin American cohort including trainees from Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Honduras, and Mexico. The traineeship will focus on the following areas:

The primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

Assist the project team in coordinating activities, meetings, and resources necessary for the successful execution of energy focused activities.
Contribute to action towards unlocking SDG7 finance by supporting stakeholder engagement and landscape analysis of investment bottlenecks in the region, as well as the identification of avenues to build a pipeline of green infrastructure projects in the region, aligning with the country’s Energy Compact commitments.
Work closely with volunteers, providing guidance, support, and coordination to ensure their active participation and contribution to project objectives.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and progress reports related to project activities.
Facilitate coordination with internal and external stakeholders to gather feedback and address concerns or inquiries related to the project.
In close collaboration with the OLADE team, provide support in the preparation of projects, technical activities, and high-level events.

Trainees will also be expected to participate … [truncated] | REQUIREMENTS:

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education/Experience/Language requirements Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Applicants should be enrolled in a university programme su…

Education

Applicants should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to their application, in a STEM field (i.e., sciences, renewable energy, engineering, or related areas).

Experience

Applicants are not required to have prior work experience, however prior experience in energy, engineering, finance, communications or related field would be an advantage.

Language

Fluency in English and Spanish is required

Education

Applicants should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to their application, in a STEM field (i.e., sciences, renewable energy, engineering, or related areas).

Experience

Applicants are not required to have prior work experience, however prior experience in energy, engineering, finance, communications or related field would be an advantage.

Language

Fluency in English and Spanish is required

Education Education

Applicants should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to their application, in a STEM field (i.e., sciences, renewable energy, engineering, or related areas).
Applicants should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to their application, in a STEM field (i.e., sciences, renewable energy, engineering, or related areas).

Applicants should be enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to their application, in a STEM field (i.e., sciences, renewable energy, engineering, or related areas). Experience
Experience

Applicants are not required to have prior work experience, however prior experience in energy, engineering, finance, communications or related field would be an advantage.
Applicants are not required to have prior work experience, however prior experience in energy, engineering, finance, communications or related field would be an advantage.

Applicants are not required to have prior work experience, however prior experience in energy, engineering, finance, communications or related field would be an advantage.
Language Language

Fluency in English and Spanish is required
Fluency in English and Spanish is required

Fluency in English and Spanish is required | COMPETENCIES:

Contract type, level and duration – Internship

Contract type, level and duration – Internship Contract type, level and duration – Internship

Contract type: Internship Contract level: N/A Contract duration: 6 months …

Contract type: Internship
Contract level: N/A
Contract duration: 6 months

This internship is not designed to lead to another form of contract in UNOPS. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.

Interns may be eligible for a monthly stipend as per UNOPS Internship policy, provided that they do not receive funds from other institutions.

For more details about UNOPS internships please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Internships-and-volunteering.aspx

Contract type: Internship
Contract level: N/A
Contract duration: 6 months

This internship is not designed to lead to another form of contract in UNOPS. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.

Interns may be eligible for a monthly stipend as per UNOPS Internship policy, provided that they do not receive funds from other institutions.

For more details about UNOPS internships please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Internships-and-volunteering.aspx
Contract type: Internship
Contract level: N/A
Contract duration: 6 months

This is an affirmative vacancy for candidates identifying as women between the age of 18 and 35 in Honduras, that is, only applicants identifying as women residing in Honduras will be considered.This is an affirmative vacancy for candidates identifying as women between the age of 18 and 35 in Honduras, that is, only applicants identifying as women residing in Honduras will be consideredapplicants identifying as women residing in Honduras will be considered.

This internship is not designed to lead to another form of contract in UNOPS. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of the internship.

Interns may be eligible for a monthly stipend as per UNOPS Internship policy, provided that they do not receive funds from other institutions.

For more details about UNOPS internships please follow this link:
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Internships-and-volunteering.aspxhttps://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Internships-and-volunteering.aspx | CONTRACT:

Competencies

Competencies Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc…

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.