Portfolio Management and Communications Intern at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) – France
Recruiter: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
About United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is an environmental organization working to protect and restore natural ecosystems while promoting sustainable practices. Through research, advocacy, and on-the-ground programs, it addresses pressing environmental challenges including climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, working to secure a healthy planet for present and future generations.
Job Summary
This internship offers a unique opportunity for a motivated individual to gain hands-on experience in international development and environmental protection, climate action, and sustainable development. Working with United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), 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
Paris, France
Expected duration
6 months full time
Duties and Responsibilities
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of sustainable development, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Under the direct supervision of the Industry and Economy Divisions (IED) Front Office (UN Coordination Officer and Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist), and with overall guidance by the UNEP IED Deputy Director, the intern will assist in developing and updating various information and monitoring and evaluation tools (specific responsibilities mentioned below). The intern must have mother-tongue or equivalent ability in English and ideally a good command in French. Daily responsibilities may vary depending on the individuals background as well as the internship period. Duties will include, inter alia: Coordinate and assign to relevant teams requests emanating from the Correspondence Tracking System (CTS) team, supporting teams in drafting correspondence-related products and performing quality control on formatting and editing. Support the organization of meetings and events, including the yearly IED retreat. Support the compilation of inputs into briefing notes, and format/edit according to the established protocols. Support the Divisions Front Office in developing/finalizing Powerpoint presentations. Provide support to the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and UN Coordination Officer in the management/update of existing databases and tracking tools, including UNEA Resolutions IED tracking tool. Regularly update the UNEP IED website/intranet and support the updating of entrance screens. Act as focal point for the organization of briefing sessions for the Industry and Economy Divisions interns and act as liaison focal point between IED interns and senior management, through the Front Office.
Qualifications/special skills
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. Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Final year undergraduate or master’s degree student in business administration, communications, international relations, environmental affairs, development studies. The intern must be able to show proof of enrolment or of graduation date if selected for this position. 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. Will you be able to cover all the above-mentioned expenses? Have you completed a UN Internship before? If yes, please include the UN entity as well as concrete dates.
Languages
Not available.
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: Portfolio Management and Communications Intern
- Grade: I-1
- Location: Paris, France
- Department: United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
- Contract Type: Internship
- Salary: Unpaid
Qualifications
- Academic Qualifications: Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: a
- Academic Qualifications: Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); b
- Academic Qualifications: Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); c
- Academic Qualifications: Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation
- Academic Qualifications: Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience
- Academic Qualifications: However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required
- Academic Qualifications: Final year undergraduate or master’s degree student in business administration, communications, international relations, environmental affairs, development studies
- Academic Qualifications: The intern must be able to show proof of enrolment or of graduation date if selected for th is position
- Academic Qualifications: 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
- Academic Qualifications: Will you be able to cover all the above-mentioned expenses? Have you completed a UN Internship before? If yes, please include the UN entity as well as concrete dates
- The intern must have mother-tongue or equivalent ability in English and ideally a good command in French
Skills
- Under the direct supervision of the Industry and Economy Divisions (IED) Front Office (UN Coordination Officer and Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist), and with overall guidance by the UNEP IED Deputy Director, the intern will assist in developing and updating various information and monitoring and evaluation tools (specific responsibilities mentioned below)
- Daily responsibilities may vary depending on the individuals background as well as the internship period
- Duties will include, inter alia: Coordinate and assign to relevant teams requests emanating from the Correspondence Tracking System (CTS) team, supporting teams in drafting correspondence-related products and performing quality control on formatting and editing
- Support the organization of meetings and events, including the yearly IED retreat
- Support the compilation of inputs into briefing notes, and format/edit according to the established protocols
- Support the Divisions Front Office in developing/finalizing Powerpoint presentations
- Provide support to the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and UN Coordination Officer in the management/update of existing databases and tracking tools, including UNEA Resolutions IED tracking tool
- Regularly update the UNEP IED website/intranet and support the updating of entrance screens
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.