About Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon

Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanonis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

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 the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, 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.

Key Details

• Job Title:Intern Coordination
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Beirut, Lebanon
• Department:Office of the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon
• Contract Type:Internship
• Salary:Unpaid

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet the following requirements: 1. (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or, (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent).
• Academic Qualifications: The field of study must be closely related to the type of internship you are applying for. 2.
• Academic Qualifications: Be computer literate in standard software applications; 3.
• Academic Qualifications: Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; 4.
• Academic Qualifications: No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme.
• Fluency in English and Arabic (both oral and written) is required.
• Language: Knowledge of French would be an asset..
• Assist in the compilation of presentations, papers and other documents as required.

Skills

• Conduct research and compile information on the work of all United Nations funds, agencies and programs working in Lebanon with a special focus on the peace-development humanitarian nexus.
• Conduct research and compile information on selected issues relevant to Lebanon and the Middle East region.
• Assist in the drafting of geographical and thematic fact sheets.
• Assist in the monitoring of local, regional and international media, including social media.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of events and outreach activities.
• Attend conferences, workshops and other relevant public events as an observer and report back to UNSCOL.
• Translate media items and other documents from Arabic to English or English to Arabic
• Archiving and other administrative functions.
• Perform any other duties as requested

Benefits

• BANK ACCOUNTS.