Well-Being Unit Intern

Organizational Context

The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), part of the UN Secretariat, is dedicated to protecting and promoting human rights globally. This internship is within the Human Resources Management Well-Being Unit, supporting OHCHR's mission to empower people and assist in the implementation of human rights. The role contributes to the overall well-being initiatives within the organization.

Job Purpose

The primary purpose of the Well-Being Unit Intern role is to support the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in its critical mission to protect and promote human rights for all individuals. Interns contribute directly to empowering people to realize their rights and assisting stakeholders in ensuring these rights are effectively implemented. This role is integral to the Human Resources Management Well-Being Unit, where interns will apply their skills to practical tasks that enhance the unit's operational capacity. By assisting with report editing, formatting, coordinating with academic partners, and supporting the planning and logistics of various trainings and events, interns play a vital part in strengthening OHCHR's outreach and internal support mechanisms. The internship offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to global human rights efforts and gain practical experience within a leading international organization, fostering the well-being of staff and the broader human rights agenda.

Responsibilities

The Well-Being Unit Intern will undertake a range of duties designed to support the operational and strategic objectives of the Human Resources Management Well-Being Unit within OHCHR. Key responsibilities include: * **Report and Document Management:** Providing essential support in the comprehensive editing, formatting, and proofreading of various reports, presentations, and official documents. This ensures high standards of clarity, accuracy, and consistency, aligning with organizational guidelines for both internal and external dissemination. * **Partnership and Outreach Coordination:** Actively contributing to coordination efforts with academic institutions, research partners, and other external stakeholders. This involves facilitating communication, managing schedules, and supporting collaborative projects aimed at enhancing the unit's research and outreach capabilities in well-being. * **Event and Training Logistics:** Assisting with the end-to-end planning, meticulous preparation, and logistical arrangements for a diverse range of well-being-focused trainings, workshops, seminars, and events. This encompasses tasks such as venue identification and booking, material development and distribution, participant registration and communication, and on-site support to ensure successful execution. * **General Administrative and Project Support:** Performing other related administrative and project-based tasks as required by the Head of the Well-Being Unit. This includes maintaining records, conducting background research, and contributing to special initiatives that promote staff well-being and support the broader human rights mandate of OHCHR. These responsibilities are performed under direct supervision, offering a structured learning environment and practical application of skills within a dynamic international human rights context.

Work Experience

No prior working experience is required for this internship. Candidates' academic training, education, advanced coursework, or existing skills should demonstrate a clear benefit to the United Nations during the internship period. The focus is on leveraging academic background and potential rather than extensive professional history.

Skills

Required: * Fluency in English. * Strong organizational and planning skills for event logistics. * Proficiency in report editing and formatting. * Coordination and communication abilities for academic partnerships. Desirable: * Knowledge of French. * Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish).

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