Internship - TC Regional Divisions

Organizational Context

The Department of Technical Cooperation (TC) provides strategic direction for the IAEA's technical cooperation programme. It is responsible for the planning, formulation, implementation, and monitoring of this programme in close collaboration with Member States. The department comprises four regional divisions, a programme support and coordination division, and the Division of the Programme of Action for Cancer Therapy (PACT).

Job Purpose

This internship aims to provide participants with practical knowledge and training in the IAEA's Technical Cooperation (TC) programme. Interns will gain exposure to the delivery of TC activities within a specific region, focusing on key areas such as programme planning, project implementation, effective knowledge management strategies, and the development of strategic partnerships. The role offers an opportunity to understand the operational aspects of the TC programme and contribute to its ongoing success.

Responsibilities

Interns will gain a comprehensive understanding of the TC programme's delivery, including the scope and impact of its activities. This will involve on-the-job training in project design, planning, and implementation, particularly within human resource components of selected TC activities. Responsibilities also include learning about project monitoring, evaluation, and financial closure processes. Furthermore, interns will support Programme Management Officers in preparing achievement reports for selected projects and gain practical experience in drafting "TC Web and Success Stories" for the region. Training will be provided on platforms used for managing the TC project cycle, such as PCMF and AIPS.

Work Experience

While specific work experience is not explicitly detailed, the role requires candidates to have completed at least three years of full-time university studies towards a first degree. Experience in compiling, processing, and reporting information using databases is also mentioned as a requirement.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2010 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Excellent oral and written command of English. Experience with database information compilation, processing, and reporting. Knowledge of Spanish is an asset, as are other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian).

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