INTERN - ADMINISTRATION, I

Posting Title:

INTERN - ADMINISTRATION, I

Job Code Title:

INTERN - ADMINISTRATION

Department/ Office

Office of Internal Oversight Services

Duty Station

NEW YORK

Posting Period

22 April 2014-7 May 2014

Job Opening number

14-ADM-OIOS-34730-R-NEW YORK (O)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Special Notice

A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include the applicant's:

Graduate degree programme (What are you currently studying and where?) and undergraduate degree programme;

Graduation date (When will you be graduating from the programme?);

An explanation of your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme;

Description of why you are particularly well qualified for this specific internship considering your skills, interests and experience.

In the online Personal History Profile, it is important that applicants be sure to include all past work experiences, evaluation skills, and three references (academic and/or professional).

Owing to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

This position is located in the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS), an independent office reporting to the Secretary-General and the General Assembly. OIOS adds value by providing world-wide audit, investigation, inspection, programme monitoring and evaluation services to all bodies affiliated with the United Nations Secretariat. The Office of the Under-Secretary-General (OUSG) supports the USG and ASG in the fulfillment of their responsibilities for executive direction and management of OIOS.

The internship, based in New York City, is UNPAID and full-time. The internship is for a minimum duration of 2 months and can be extended up to 6 months, working five days per week under the supervision of a chief of unit in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Chief of the OUSG and working closely with the team, the intern will be expected to 1) undertake research and analysis in areas related to OIOS' policies, functions and outputs; 2) support the OIOS' initiatives and special events such as the 20th anniversary celebration of OIOS; 3) assist in drafting and preparing the OIOS Annual Report; 4) provide administrative support for daily office operations; and 5) perform other duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Show pride in work and in achievements; observe deadlines and achieving results; be motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; show persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remain calm in stressful situations; and take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Planning and Organization: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; Identifies priority activities and assignments; Adjusts priorities as required; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time efficiently.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Education

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:

(a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or

(b) if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, they must have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree;

(c) Enrollment in a graduate school programme in business, public administration, social sciences or a related field, is desirable;

(d) be computer literate in standard software applications;

(e) have a demonstrated interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and

(f) have a demonstrated ability to interact successfully with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which includes a willingness to be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language is desirable.

Assessment Method

Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.

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