Political Affairs Intern

Organizational Context

The United Nations Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD), part of the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA), is based in Kathmandu, Nepal. It supports Asia-Pacific countries in achieving peace, security, and disarmament goals through substantive assistance, coordination, and information sharing on disarmament initiatives.

Job Purpose

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to support UNRCPD's programmatic areas, including Weapons of Mass Destruction, Conventional Arms, Disarmament Education, and Cross-cutting Issues like Gender and Emerging Technologies. The intern will contribute to the Centre's mandate of preventing illicit arms flows, promoting dialogue, and advancing peace education. This role provides practical experience in research, document preparation, and event support within a key UN disarmament body, contributing to regional peace and security efforts.

Responsibilities

The intern will provide support across UNRCPD's key programmatic areas. Key duties include assisting in drafting and preparing official documents, conducting research (document, legal, and internet-based), and supporting the preparation and servicing of conferences, workshops, and meetings. Additionally, the intern will help with the preparation and maintenance of web content and other communication materials. Responsibilities are tailored to the intern's background and the office assignment, contributing to the Centre's overall mission.

Work Experience

Professional work experience is not required for this internship program. However, applicants must be students in their final year of a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. program, or have completed such a program. A field of study relevant to the internship is necessary.

Skills

Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of an additional official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an asset. Proficiency in IT skills and relevant programmes is also mentioned as a requirement for the application.

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