Project Operations Intern - Turkish Speaking - Office Based
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) operates in approximately 170 countries, focusing on poverty eradication, reducing inequalities, and building resilience to achieve Sustainable Development Goals. The Istanbul International Center for Private Sector in Development (ICPSD), a Global Policy Center, supports private sector partnerships for development. This internship is based in Istanbul, Türkiye, within the ICPSD team.
Job Purpose
This internship offers a valuable opportunity for graduate-level students to gain hands-on experience within the UN system at the UNDP's Istanbul International Center for Private Sector in Development (ICPSD). The intern will provide crucial operational support to the Administrative Associate in administrative functions, procurement, and human resources. This role contributes to the ICPSD's mission by assisting with daily office management, documentation, and event organization. The intern will deepen their understanding of international development operations, procurement, HR, finance, and administrative processes within a multicultural team environment, supporting UNDP's broader mission to promote sustainable development and achieve the SDGs.
Responsibilities
The intern will primarily support administrative functions at UNDP ICPSD. Key duties include assisting with the development of operational procedure guidelines, tracking payment requests, and preparing documentation. Responsibilities extend to supporting corporate planning, monitoring, and reporting exercises, as well as contributing to project budgets and financial reports. The role involves assisting with knowledge management, strategic communications, and partnership development. Additional tasks include processing administrative documents, arranging shipments, managing asset inventories and filing systems (both digital and physical), and supporting meeting arrangements. The intern will also assist with informal translations, facilitate document submissions for visa processes, manage correspondence with travel agencies, and support the organization of conferences and workshops. Procurement support includes conducting market research and collecting quotations.
Work Experience
Previous experience in administration or operations is considered an asset. Experience working within a national or international non-profit organization is also desirable. Skills in social media account management and content development are also considered advantageous.
Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 tools and SharePoint is required. Digital literacy, including Microsoft Suite and online tools, is an asset. Strong editing and visual design skills, particularly for social media, are required. Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills are essential. The ability to manage workload independently, collaborate effectively, and demonstrate proactivity is also key.