Intern - Programme Management - UNEP Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity, Montreal

Closing date: Friday, 6 February 2015

Posting Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT - UNEP Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity, Montreal, I

Job Code Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT

Department/ Office

United Nations Environment Programme

Duty Station

MONTREAL

Posting Period

22 January 2015-6 February 2015

Job Opening number

15-PGM-UNEP-40000-R-MONTREAL (O)

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

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include: 1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.

2.Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),

List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.

3. A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing environmental issues at the global and regional level. Its mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

The UNEP Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity internship is for 6 months. Candidates available for 3 months may also be considered.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.

Interns work five days per week (35 - 40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the direct supervision of the programme officer, the intern will research country actions, status and plans for protected area networks. Information will be gathered from the CBD website (National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans and Protected Area Action Plans), the World Database on Protected Areas, the Global Environment Facility, BirdLife International (on Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas), and Alliance for Zero Extinction sites, among others. This information will be used to compile country dossiers for their vetting and identification of gaps in implementation and to develop plans to fill the gaps toward achieving Aichi Biodiversity Target 11 of the Strategic Plan for Biodiversity 2011-2020.

Competencies

Core Competencies

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 Teamwork:
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
Places team agenda before personal agenda
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Client Orientation:
Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients ' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view
Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);

b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);

c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

Be computer literate in standard software applications.

Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;

Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Studies related to knowledge of protected areas and global environmental policy preferred.

Work Experience

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

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