Programme Support Intern
Organizational Context
UN Women Pakistan Country Office implements programmes for gender equality and women's empowerment. The Programme Support Intern provides cross-cutting technical and administrative support to programme teams, contributing to research, documentation, coordination, monitoring, and communications. This internship offers practical exposure to UN programme implementation and supports UN Women's priorities.
Job Purpose
The Programme Support Intern will provide essential technical and administrative support to UN Women's programme teams in Pakistan. This role contributes to the effective delivery of UN Women's mandate by assisting with research, documentation, coordination, monitoring, and communication activities across various programme areas. The internship is designed to offer practical experience in programme implementation within the UN system, fostering an understanding of gender equality initiatives and women's empowerment strategies, while supporting the achievement of UN Women's objectives.
Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day programme support to assigned teams across UN Women projects. Assist in compiling, organizing, and maintaining programme-related information, records, and documents. Support desk research and analysis on gender equality, women's empowerment, leadership, economic empowerment, ending violence against women, governance, peace, and security. Help prepare background notes, briefs, talking points, and meeting materials. Monitor and document programme activities, collecting and organizing data, outputs, and results. Assist with coordinating meetings, workshops, and events, including preparing agendas and action points. Support the preparation, formatting, and quality review of programme documents and reports. Compile inputs for periodic reporting, programme updates, and donor reporting. Assist in developing and organizing communication materials, including success stories. Maintain electronic programme files and ensure systematic organization. Support coordination and information exchange with internal teams, partners, and stakeholders.
Work Experience
No specific work experience is listed as a requirement for this internship.
Skills
Strong research, analytical, and information-gathering skills. Good written and oral communication skills. Ability to organize information and maintain accurate records. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment. Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks. Interest in gender equality, women's rights, and development.