UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Internship for Africa and Middle East Regional Support
Organizational Context
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority. UNEP FI is a strategic partnership between the UN and over 500 financial institutions, driving the international sustainable finance agenda. This internship supports UNEP FI's outreach and coordination plans within the Africa and Middle East region, contributing to the global environmental agenda and sustainable development goals.
Job Purpose
This internship aims to support the implementation and consolidation of UNEP FI's outreach and coordination plans across four regions, with a specific focus on the Africa and Middle East (AME) region. The role will assist in various tasks including profiling members, conducting surveys, identifying potential financial institutions for outreach, and supporting the organization of sustainable finance events. The intern will contribute to UNEP FI's mission of promoting sustainable finance and aligning the financial industry with the Paris Agreement and Sustainable Development Goals, by facilitating communication, data management, and event preparation. This position offers a valuable opportunity to gain practical experience in international environmental policy and sustainable finance.
Responsibilities
The intern will assist in writing and monitoring country and member profiles, and establishing key areas of expertise for supporting institutions, in English, Arabic, and French. Responsibilities include supporting membership surveys across the AME region and identifying financial institutions aligned with membership strategies. The intern will aid in preparing sustainable finance events, drafting concept notes, and managing logistical aspects of national workshops. Additionally, the role involves contributing to public communication efforts through newsletters, websites, and case studies, and updating the UNEP FI Signatories contact database. Support will also be provided to the Regional Coordinator and Signatory Relations Manager on other necessary tasks, including community platform management.
Work Experience
Professional work experience is not required for this UN Internship Programme. However, applicants must be pursuing a field of study closely related to the internship's focus. A background in development studies, economics, business administration, finance, or environmental studies is necessary. Experience in communications is also beneficial.
Skills
Communication (written and verbal), research, data management, event preparation, report writing, profile development, survey support, public communication, proficiency in English and French, knowledge of Arabic (desirable).