Intern - Research assistant

Organizational Context

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the UN entity focused on sustainable urbanization. The Tunisia Country Office, established in 2019, serves as a sub-regional hub. This internship role is situated within the UN-Habitat Tunisia office, reporting directly to the Head of Office and Program Assistant.

Job Purpose

This internship offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience within the UN system, specifically with UN-Habitat in Tunisia. The role is designed to support ongoing and upcoming projects by assisting with research, report elaboration, and daily program development tasks. The intern will contribute to fund mobilization efforts and gain exposure to international development work in human settlements. This position provides a platform to learn about UN-Habitat's mandate and its application in a country context, fostering professional growth and a deeper understanding of sustainable urban development.

Responsibilities

The intern will provide crucial support to UN-Habitat's operations in Tunisia. Key responsibilities include conducting research for current and future projects, and elaborating analytical reports on various thematic issues. The role also involves assisting with day-to-day program development activities and identifying potential funding opportunities. Additionally, the intern will be responsible for taking meeting minutes for the Head of Office and undertaking other tasks aligned with UN-Habitat's mandate as assigned by the Head of Office.

Work Experience

Professional work experience is not required for this internship. However, a strong academic background in a relevant field is necessary. Desirable experience includes report writing, policy report development, and result-oriented research skills. Previous UN internship experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Skills

Research skills, report writing, policy analysis, program development support, fund mobilization support, meeting minute taking, computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite), cross-cultural communication, interest in UN work and sustainable development.

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