Intern - Economic Affairs
Organizational Context
The internship is within the Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), specifically the ECOSOC and NGO Support Branch. This branch facilitates the interaction between non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and ECOSOC, guiding their engagement with the UN. It also provides support for the High-Level Political Forum and the UN General Assembly.
Job Purpose
This internship aims to provide practical experience within the UN Secretariat's Department of Economic and Social Affairs, focusing on the ECOSOC and NGO Support Branch. The intern will support the Branch's crucial work in managing NGO interactions with ECOSOC and other intergovernmental bodies. This role offers exposure to sustainable development issues, stakeholder engagement, and the UN's broader objectives, contributing to the effective functioning of the Branch and the UN's mission. The position is designed to offer learning opportunities in research, communication, and event support within an international context.
Responsibilities
Assist in reviewing NGO applications for consultative status, ensuring compliance with ECOSOC Resolution 1996/31. Communicate with NGOs regarding their application status and inquiries. Conduct internet research to gather background information for reports and studies. Take notes and review documentation during Committee on NGOs sessions. Provide support for consultations between the Committee on NGOs and NGOs in consultative status. Contribute to stakeholder engagement initiatives and NGO participation in ECOSOC meetings. Assist in organizing panel discussions, roundtables, and special ECOSOC meetings. Support communications by contributing content to the ECOSOC website, newsletters, brochures, social media, and press releases. Perform other project-related support functions as assigned.
Work Experience
No professional work experience is required for this internship. However, a field of study closely related to sustainable development, stakeholder engagement, and the UN's work is necessary. Applicants must meet the educational criteria of being enrolled in or having completed a relevant university degree program.
Skills
Research skills, Report writing skills, Stakeholder engagement, Communication skills, Internet research, Note-taking, Event organization support.