Strategic and Project Support Intern

Organizational Context

The Department of Operational Support (DOS) within the UN Secretariat provides essential support services to UN entities, including peace operations and departments. The Office of the Under-Secretary-General (OUSG-DOS) offers advisory and management support, with this role situated in the Performance and Analytics Section (PAS). PAS focuses on strategy, planning, performance, analytics, and innovation.

Job Purpose

This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the UN Secretariat's Department of Operational Support (DOS) within the Performance and Analytics Section (PAS). The intern will gain practical experience by providing strategic and project support in key areas such as data analysis, digital transformation, organizational culture, and innovation. The role involves assisting with the preparation of strategic documents, managing knowledge, optimizing processes, and supporting data-driven decision-making. This position is designed to provide significant learning opportunities about the UN's operations and contribute meaningfully to the department's continuous transformation and performance improvement efforts.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and project support in areas including data, digital transformation, organizational culture, behavioural science, strategic foresight, and innovation. Assist in preparing slide decks, background documents, and talking points. Support knowledge management activities, such as community facilitation, dissemination, and information management. Aid in process optimization and the development of metrics. Assist in collecting, drafting, and sharing best practices, case studies, and lessons learned through surveys and workshops. Support stakeholders with analytics, maintaining data sets, models, indices, and reports. Contribute to research and the application of behavioural science for strategic planning and decision-making.

Work Experience

No prior working experience is required for this internship. The United Nations Internship Programme seeks candidates whose training, education, or coursework will benefit the organization during their internship.

Skills

Conceptualization, PowerPoint, Project Management, Data Analysis, Digital Transformation, Organizational Culture, Behavioural Science, Strategic Foresight, Innovation, Knowledge Management, Process Optimization, Analytics.

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