3 Internship Positions at United Nations Development Programme: (Deadline 5 May 2024)
Documentation Intern at United Nations Development Programme: (Deadline 5 May 2024)
Job Description
III. DUTIES:
The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:
| No | Duties and responsibilities | % of time |
| In this section list the primary responsibilities and tasks of the position. (Include percentages for each duty.) |
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| 1 | Provide support for effective records control in the office
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55% |
| 2 | Deliver effective support on Registry office business management
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35% |
| 3 | Other:
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10% |
IV. REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:
- currently in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree; or
- currently enrolled in a Master’s degree; or
- have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a master’s degree or equivalent studies.
Field of study: Information systems, administration or equivalent.
IT skills:
- Knowledge and a proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools;
- Electronic records management
Language skills:
- Englishrequired; French knowledge is added advantage.
- Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
Other competencies and attitude:
- Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
- Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
- Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal oriented mind-set;
- Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
- Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
V. INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS
- UNDP internships are not remunerated. All expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern or her/his sponsoring entity;
- UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship;
- Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
- Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship;
- Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan;
- Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
- Interns are expected to work full time but flexibility is allowed for education programmes;
- Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make own arrangements for internship, travel, VISA, accommodation, etc.
IT Intern at United Nations Development Programme: (Deadline 5 May 2024)
Job Description
DUTIES:
The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:
| No | Duties and responsibilities | % of time |
| In this section list the primary responsibilities and tasks of the position. (Include percentages for each duty.) |
||
| 1 |
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60% |
| 2 |
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30% |
| 3 | Other:
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10% |
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:
- currently in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree; or
- currently enrolled in a Master’s degree; or
- have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a master’s degree or equivalent studies.
Field of study: Computer science and network communication or equivalent.
IT skills:
- Knowledge and a proficient user of Microsoft Office productivity tools;
- Hardware and software troubleshooting skills
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively under pressure in a team and in a multicultural environment.
- A proactive approach to operational challenges in the ICT environment
Language skills:
- English or French required;
- Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
Other competencies and attitude:
- Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
- Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
- Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal oriented mind-set;
- Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
- Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS
- UNDP internships are not remunerated. All expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern or her/his sponsoring entity;
- UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship;
- Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
- Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship;
- Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan;
- Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
- Interns are expected to work full time but flexibility is allowed for education programmes;
- Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make own arrangements for internship, travel, VISA, accommodation, etc.
Required Skills
Skills
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Job Description
CORPORATE BACKGROUND:
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INTERNSHIP OFFICE BACKGROUND:
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Project Title: Empowering Development through AI at UNDP Accelerator Lab Rwanda
Project Background:
The UNDP Accelerator Lab in Rwanda is a pioneering initiative tackling development challenges through rapid experimentation and innovative solutions. One focus area is Artificial Intelligence (AI), recognizing its potential to revolutionize various sectors and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The intern position will support the Accelerator Lab team in identifying, exploring, and evaluating potential applications of AI for development challenges in Rwanda.
| Duties and responsibilities | % Of time | |
| Under the guidance of the team and direct supervision by the Head of exploration and Acclab Team, the Intern will give support to the ongoing initiatives/projects and in delivering tasks such as but not limited to programmatic, operational, and administrative work.
The Intern will be expected to support in the working out loud and communicating the Accelerator lab initiatives through blogs, reports, social media and across multiple platforms. |
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100% |
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to conduct research and analyze data effectively.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Proficient in using technology tools for data analysis and visualization.
- Enthusiasm for technology and its potential to address development challenges.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability to a diverse work environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently.
- Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
- Good knowledge of online platforms, and social media outlets including online tools.
- Ability to multi-task and address competing priorities of the lab activities.
- Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in computer science, data science, engineering, or enrolled in a master’s degree; or have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a master’s degree or equivalent studies.
Language skills:
- English or French and local language
- Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.
INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS
- UNDP will provide a stipend amount monthly in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP Internship Policy. All expenses connected with the internship (except costs associated with site visits outside of duty station, as described above) will be borne by the Intern or her/his sponsoring entity.
- UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship.
- Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed.
- Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship.
- Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan.
- Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.
- Interns are expected to work full time, but flexibility is allowed for education programmes.
- Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make own arrangements for internship, travel, VISA, accommodation, etc.
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