DDR Programming Support Intern

Organizational Context

The Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) Branch, within the Peacebuilding and Peace Support Office (PBPSO) of the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations (DPPA-DPO), provides essential planning and operational support for DDR processes. This includes community violence reduction and weapons management in various UN peacekeeping operations and special political missions.

Job Purpose

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience within the UN Secretariat's DDR Branch. The intern will support critical functions related to disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration processes, contributing to peacebuilding efforts in diverse operational settings. The role involves research, document drafting, coordination support, and logistical assistance for capacity-building activities, directly aiding the Branch's mandate to prevent conflict and sustain peace across the full conflict continuum.

Responsibilities

The intern will assist in drafting and reviewing internal documents such as briefing notes and reports. Key duties include conducting research on current DDR developments in assigned countries, supporting DDR-related coordination mechanisms like the Inter-Agency Working Group, and aiding in the design and logistical arrangements for capacity-building activities. The role also involves developing and disseminating communication materials, maintaining fact sheets, attending relevant conferences and meetings to provide briefings, and assisting with administrative tasks and meeting organization within the DDR Branch.

Work Experience

Professional work experience is not required for this internship. However, applicants must be pursuing or have completed a relevant university degree. A field of study closely related to the internship's focus is mandatory. Familiarity with standard office software is expected, with abilities in drafting news articles, social media posts, or designing surveys being desirable.

Skills

Research, Document Drafting and Review, Coordination Support, Logistical Arrangement, Communication Material Development, Information Management, Meeting Organization, Standard Software Applications (MS Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams), English Fluency, (Desirable: News Article/Social Media Drafting, Survey Design).

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