{"id":14158,"date":"2013-08-20T09:38:10","date_gmt":"2013-08-20T13:38:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/?p=14158"},"modified":"2013-08-20T09:38:10","modified_gmt":"2013-08-20T13:38:10","slug":"intern-management-and-data-analysis-united-nations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itp.nyu.edu\/opportunities\/2013\/08\/20\/intern-management-and-data-analysis-united-nations\/","title":{"rendered":"[INTERN] Management and Data Analysis, United Nations"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Job Title:<\/span>
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\nINTERN – MANAGEMENT AND DATA ANALYSIS, I<\/span>
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\nDepartment\/ Office:Department of Field Support<\/span>
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\nDuty Station:NEW YORK<\/span>
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\nPosting Period:30 July 2013-29 August 2013<\/span>
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\nJob Opening number:13-MPA-DFS-29523-R-NEW YORK (O)<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nUnited Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity<\/span><\/p>\n

Org. Setting and Reporting<\/span>
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The internship with the Global Field Support Strategy Implementation and Coordination Team, Office of the Under-Secretary-General for Field Support is for a minimum of three months with the opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the Office. \u00a0The Global Field Support Strategy is the overarching programme for improving the way support services (logistics, human resources, finance and ICT) are delivered for UN peacekeeping operations and UN special political missions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The internship is UNPAID and hours are flexible. \u00a0Interns will work under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.<\/span>
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\nResponsibilities<\/span>
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\nResponsibilities of the intern may include, but are not limited to:<\/span>
\n\u2022 Supporting the Team in updating and maintaining GFSS management tools (i.e.performance\/risk framework, benefits realization, shared services and programme implementation plan ) and providing data visualizations, analysis of data and other information to support decision-making.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Providing inputs to briefing papers and other written materials on field support issues relating to UN peacekeeping and special political missions for the use of DFS management.\u00a0<\/span>
\n\u2022 Assisting the Team with the preparation of meetings and teleconferences, workshops etc, including supporting periodic meetings of the GFSS governance bodies. \u00a0Help prepare agendas and background documents, draft meeting notes and summaries, and track action items.<\/span>
\n\u2022 Supporting the implementation of GFSS Change Management and Communication plans, including by:<\/span>
\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 i. Designing and implementing internal communications and outreach tools and activities;<\/span>
\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 ii. Maintaining the GFSS web-based repository of GFSS information documents and fact sheets and supporting the Team in regular outreach to stakeholders at HQ and in the field;<\/span>
\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 iii. Developing and analyzing client surveys, including updating and translating of survey questions, collection and evaluation of data, and presentation of findings;<\/span>
\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 iv. Assisting with the preparation of briefings and consultations with Member States, in particular periodic briefings to the Special Committee on Peacekeeping Operations.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nCompetencies<\/span>
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\nCommunication:<\/span>
\n-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively<\/span>
\n-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately<\/span>
\n-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication<\/span>
\n-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience<\/span>
\n-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed;<\/span><\/p>\n

Teamwork:<\/span>
\n-Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals<\/span>
\n-Solicits input by genuinely valuing others\u2019 ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others<\/span>
\n-Places team agenda before personal agenda<\/span>
\n-Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position<\/span><\/div>\n

-Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings;<\/span><\/p>\n

\nClient Orientation:<\/span>
\n-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be \u201cclients \u201d and seeks to see things from clients\u2019 point of view<\/span>
\n-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect<\/span>
\n-Identifies clients\u2019 needs and matches them to appropriate solutions<\/span>
\n-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients\u2019 environment to keep informed and anticipate problems<\/span>
\n-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects<\/span>
\n-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client<\/span>
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Education<\/span>
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\nApplicants must be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher) preferably in organization management, public policy, public administration, business, economics, or a related field. \u00a0If pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Be computer literate in standard software applications;<\/span>
\nHave a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and<\/span><\/div>\n

Have a demonstrated the 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.<\/span>
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\nWork Experience<\/span>
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\nApplicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the Programme.<\/span>
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\nLanguages<\/span>
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\nEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.<\/span>
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\nAssessment Method<\/span>
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\nPotential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.<\/span>
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\nSpecial Notice<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nA completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. \u00a0Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. \u00a0The Cover Note must include:<\/span>
\n\u2010 Title of degree you are currently pursuing<\/span><\/div>\n

\u2010 Graduation Date (when will you be graduating from the programme)<\/span>
\n\u2010 List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.<\/span>
\n\u2010 List your top three areas of interest\/department preferences<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2010 Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department (s).<\/span>
\n\u2010 Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nUnited Nations Considerations<\/span>
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\nThe 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.<\/span>
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\nNo Fee<\/span><\/p>\n

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS\u2019 BANK ACCOUNTS.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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