Intern Administration at Office of Internal Oversight Services – United States HYBRID
Recruiter: Office of Internal Oversight Services
About Office of Internal Oversight Services
OIOS (Office of Internal Oversight Services) is a nonprofit organization providing legal assistance and advocacy to individuals and communities in need. It offers legal representation, advice, and education to ensure that all peopleregardless of income or backgroundcan access justice, understand their rights, and navigate complex legal systems.
Job Summary
This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and international cooperation and sustainable development. Working with Office of Internal Oversight Services, you will contribute to meaningful projects that address global challenges and promote sustainable development. You will develop valuable professional skills while working in a multicultural, international environment alongside experienced professionals.
Full Job Description
Work Location
In-Person full time or part-time with a mimimum of 20 hours a week; combination of in-person and remote.
Expected duration
3-6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
This internship position is located in the Administrative Unit of the Investigations Division (ID) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS). OIOS is an independent office reporting to the Secretary-General and the General Assembly. ID/OIOS investigates reports of possible violations of rules, regulations, mismanagement, misconduct, waste of resources and abuse of authority. The Administrative Unit supports the Division in planning, implementing, and reporting the utilization of resources, and covers all aspects of administration from recruitment, IT support, and finance. The intern will be expected to: Analyze and update the Division’s workforce statistics, conduct research, and assist with workforce planning and analysis to improve reporting, vacancy planning, and staff retention; Provide support to the Division’s recruitment activities, including outreach activities, communication with short-listed candidates, preparing assessment, and scheduling interviews; Update the Division’s staffing table, address list and telephone directory, as needed; Maintain and file personnel records electronically, such as performance documents, training certificates, flexible working arrangements records, and others; Assist with a staffing level review and the preparation of post classification documents and supporting material; Assist with tasks related to archiving of hard copy folders of investigation cases and HR related documents; Assist with tasks related to inventory management: identification of equipment, scanning of asset codes, physical verification of equipment and updating inventory lists. Follow up with staff members on equipment that are issued to them. Return outdated equipment to stock; Provide other administrative support for remote office operations and to staff members working remotely.
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements:(a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelors degree or equivalent). Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to Administration or Programme Mangement is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Masters or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelors, Masters or Ph.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants must have good knowledge of standard software applications, including MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS SharePoint. Previous administrative support experience is desirable. Previous experience in Human Resources Administration and statistics is desirable. Previous experience in inventory and database management is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of another official UN language is desired.
Additional Information
Not available.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
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 BANK ACCOUNTS.
Key Details
- Job Title: Intern Administration
- Grade: I-1
- Location: New York, United States (Hybrid)
- Department: Office of Internal Oversight Services
- Contract Type: Internship
- Salary: Unpaid
Qualifications
- English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of another official UN language is desired.
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. UN internships are unpaid. Candidates for the UN Internship Programme are required to cover the cost of travel including Visa, accommodation, health insurance and other living expenses for the duration of the internship.