Intern
Organizational Context
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in Sri Lanka is seeking an intern to support its maritime-related initiatives. This role is based in Colombo and operates under the guidance of the Regional Programme Coordinator and direct supervision of the Project Management Support Senior Officer.
Job Purpose
The intern will provide crucial project management support for meetings, workshops, and trainings organized by the UNODC BMB Sri Lanka office. This includes assisting in drafting project documentation, coordinating participant logistics, and facilitating liaison efforts with government bodies, other UN agencies, and internal teams. The role also involves providing general administrative and organizational support, contributing to the effective execution of UNODC's maritime-related programs and ensuring smooth operational flow within the office.
Responsibilities
Support project management for meetings, workshops, and trainings. Assist in drafting and compiling written outputs such as briefing notes and background papers. Manage participant coordination for office events. Support liaison efforts with government, other UN agencies, and internal teams on maritime-related matters. Provide general administrative and organizational support. Carry out ad-hoc tasks as assigned.
Work Experience
Professional work experience is not required for this internship. A field of study closely related to the internship is required. Computer literacy in standard software applications is necessary.
Skills
Project management support, drafting and compiling written outputs, participant coordination, liaison, administrative and organizational support, computer literacy, interest in UN work, cross-cultural interaction.