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Organization: UNFPA – United Nations Population Fund
Country: South Africa
City: Johannesburg
Office: UNFPA Johannesburg
Job Identification: 14599
Locations: Johannesburg, South Africa
Apply Before: 11/26/2023
Job Schedule: Full time
Vacancy Type: Internship Program
Rotational/Non-Rotational: Non-Rotational
Contract Duration: 6 months
Education and Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree
Other Criteria
Or be enrolled in a first university degree program (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent) and have completed one full academic year
Required Languages: Fluency in English
Desired Languages
Knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable.
Vacancy Timeline: 2 Weeks
Job Category: Internship/Fellowship
Job Description
The Position:
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Middle-Income Country Hub (MIC-Hub) at ESARO, the intern will support the MIC-Hub’s staff in the areas of policy research and development and program advisory services. The support will cater to Country Offices based in a select group of middle-income countries in Southern Africa, i.e. Botswana, Eswatini, Mauritius, Namibia, Seychelles and South Africa.
A work-plan, outlining achievements and learning opportunities for the duration of the Internship, will be mutually agreed upon. Periodic progress meetings will foster a conducive environment for the Intern, further enhancing their skills and capacity in areas aligned with UNFPA’s mandate.
About UNFPA and How You Can Make a Difference:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. UNFPA expands choices and possibilities for women and young people to lead healthy and productive lives. UNFPA’s new
strategic plan (2022-2025), focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices.
UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results. We need interns who are exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in program results.
You would be responsible for:
Providing support to monitor trends and new developments in the political, social and economic environments relevant to sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, and population and development in a selection of middle-income countries;
Contributing to the preparation of policy briefs, reports and other relevant research output in line with the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Program of Action;
Assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of technical cooperation programs focused on sustainable financing to strengthen national development planning frameworks;
Supporting the organization of the MIC-Hub initiated trainings, consultations, and pertinent meetings and conferences as per MIC-Hub’s annual work plan; and
Assisting in any other task as required by the MIC-Hub, ESARO
You should have:
Your Education:
Applicants to UNFPA’s internship program must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
- A) Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program (such as a master’s program, or higher) in a recognized university;
- B) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in a recognized university;
- C) Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (A) and (B) above) from a recognized university and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation;
- D) Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program in a recognized university and undertake the internship as part of this program.
Other Eligibility Requirements
- E) Demonstrate interest in the field of development;
- F) Demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in English;
- G) Demonstrate ability to adapt to new environments and to establish and maintain good working relations with individuals of different cultural backgrounds.
An individual whose father, mother, son, daughter, brother or sister is a UNFPA staff member is not eligible for an internship with UNFPA.
Your Experiences:
Strong analytical and writing skills.
Language requirements: Fluency in English; knowledge of other official UN languages, preferably French and/or Spanish, is desirable.
Learning Elements:
Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the Intern will gain the following knowledge assets: 1. Increased understanding of the UNFPA and the Program Division within UNFPA
- Understand the UNFPA mandate and policies, including regional set-up
- Understand and familiarize with UNFPA Governance and Executive Board
- Understand UNFPA program design and delivery mechanisms
- Understand the dynamics of operational and program support and communications to the field, and at the level of HQ
- Learn UN technical language, working procedures, and coordination mechanisms
- Write and formulate substantive documents
- Network with UN colleagues
- Work experience as a team member in a multicultural setting
Financial Aspects:
Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern’s participation in the program must be assumed either by the nominating institution, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students, or by the students themselves, who will have to meet living expenses as well as make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other requirements. However, the Intern will receive a stipend to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, if not financially supported by any institution or program, such as a university, government, foundation, or scholarship program. The amount of the stipend varies according to the duty station. In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the internship begins. UNFPA does not provide medical insurance for interns.
Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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