Project Management Intern (Political Affairs), Multiple positions

Background Information – Job-specific

UNOPS has signed an agreement with the United Nations to implement the project activities for UN Global Pulse.

UN Global Pulse UN Global Pulse (UNGP) is an initiative of the Executive Office of Secretary-General (EOSG) founded in 2009. We work in support of the Secretary-General’s priorities, in advancement of the UN Charter. UNGP serves as a cross-pillar lead and hub for experimentation and digital innovation. We have a globally distributed team in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. The teams work with digital innovation, strategic foresight, real-time data and artificial intelligence to further sustainable development, humanitarian and peace outcomes. Our vision is ‘A world in which responsible and inclusive digital innovation serves to empower people and protect the planet’. Our mission is to work at the intersection of digital innovation and science to inform, inspire and support the entire UN and those it serves, to anticipate and respond to the challenges of today and tomorrow.

The goals of the UNGP Network are: i) to generate knowledge, capabilities and approaches that support the transformation of the United Nations into a more agile and resilient ‘next-generation’ institution; ii) to create and accelerate the development of globally accessible approaches that help communities and partners anticipate and address emerging global challenges; and iii) to advocate for the global transformation of policies, practices and culture required to maximize the impact of digital innovation, minimize its risk of harm, and ensure pathways to scale and sustainability.

The incumbent of this position will be personnel of UNOPS under its full responsibility.

Functional Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Programme Analyst and embedded in the Global Pulse New York team. The incumbent will execute the following duties:

• Support monitoring, research, and analysis (quantitative and qualitative) of political and security developments, human rights, economic and social developments, and humanitarian issues aligned with UN system-wide activities and priorities

• Assist in identifying sources of data, maintaining established records and data sets and the further development of responsive sets of data/indicators

• Assist in preparing visual slides and analytical briefs for cross-pillar and integrated-reporting outputs for senior UN leadership using standard methodology and templates

• Assist in the development of concept notes, project reports, and other high-quality documents on innovation projects and activities

• Participate in meetings and draft minutes/meeting summaries as required

• Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the incumbent’s scope of services above.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education

• Applicants must be currently enrolled in a university programme such as Bachelor, Masters or Ph.D. (or the equivalent) or have graduated from such studies within three (3) years prior to the applications date of the internship. Areas of study include Human Rights, International relations, International Security, and other related disciplines

Internship related experience: (The following skills and experiences are desirable but not required)

• Experience in drafting policy documents and external communication are an asset

• Experience in quantitative or qualitative research are desirable

• Excellent and effective writing skills are an asset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint are an asset

• Experience in data analysis, visualization skills and proficiency of related software applications (e.g. Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, Adobe Illustrator) are a strong advantage.

Language

• Fluency in English (read, write, speak) is required.
• Fluency in Russian is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.