Political Affairs Intern

Organizational Context

The United Nations Secretariat, specifically the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA), seeks a Political Affairs Intern in New York. This UNPAID internship offers flexible work arrangements (hybrid, remote, or in-person) for a duration of six months. The role supports the Chief of PBCSB, contributing to the department's broader mandate.

Job Purpose

The Political Affairs Intern will support the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs by conducting research, compiling background materials for reports and meetings, and assisting in the coordination of service-wide activities and special projects. The role involves managing and updating internal databases, maintaining the department's website, and generating statistical reports. Additionally, the intern will aid in preparing presentation materials and perform various administrative duties. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience within the UN Secretariat, contributing to the department's efforts in political affairs and peacebuilding initiatives.

Responsibilities

The intern will be responsible for researching, compiling, and summarizing background materials for meetings, reports, and other documents. Key duties include assisting in the coordination of service-wide activities, special projects, and events. The role also involves supporting the management and development of internal databases, updating the department's website, and generating various statistical and non-statistical reports. Furthermore, the intern will assist in preparing presentation materials using appropriate software and perform a range of administrative tasks as requested. The position may involve full-time (35 hours/week) or part-time (20 hours/week) work, with flexible location options including remote, hybrid, or in-person at UN Premises in New York.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is explicitly required for this internship. However, applicants are expected to include all past work experiences in their online Personal History Profile. Previous internship experience within the UN Common System is limited to six months in total.

Skills

Research, compilation, summarization of background materials, coordination of activities, database management, website updates, report generation (statistical and non-standard), presentation material preparation, administrative duties, fluency in English, knowledge of an additional UN language (asset).

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