About United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

TheUnited Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world’s environmental agenda, promotes coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Established in 1972, UNEP works with governments, civil society, businesses and other UN entities to address critical environmental challenges including climate change, ecosystem degradation, chemicals and waste management, and environmental governance. UNEP’s mission is to provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of 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.

Key Details

• Job Title:UNEP Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) Communications and Events Internship
• Grade:I-1
• Location:Geneva (Remote work possible)
• 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: Final year undergraduate or masters degree student in communications, journalism, environmental studies, development studies, economics, business administration, finance, environmental studies some experience in communications.
• Academic Qualifications: The intern must be able to show proof of enrolment or of graduation date if selected for this position.
• 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: Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Masters or Ph.D.
• Academic Qualifications: Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelors, Masters or PH.D.

Skills

• The overall objective of the UNEPs Industry and Economy Division is to encourage decision makers in government, local authorities and industry to develop and adopt policies, strategies and practices and technologies that promote sustainable patterns of consumption and production, make efficient use of natural resources, ensure safe management of chemicals and contribute to making trade and environment policies mutually supportive.
• It promotes the development, use and transfer of policies, technologies, economic instruments, managerial practices and other tools that assist in environmentally sound decision making and the building of corresponding activities.
• The United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) is the strategic partnership between the United Nations and over 500 banks, insurers and investors.
• For over 32 years UNEP FI has been shaping and driving the international sustainable finance agenda, setting global standards and growing a global network of leading financial institutions.
• Communications and events are an important part of UNEP FIs overall mission, and they are embedded in all aspects of its activities.
• In working with and communicating to our various stakeholders and audiences we raise awareness and support the adoption and integration of sustainable finance.
• By setting standards, providing tools, research and capability development, and facilitating networking and engagement activities we are helping to transform the global financial system.
• We also promote the work of our members, global financial institutions including leading banks, investors and insurers through various communications channels as well as events.
• Tasks It is envisaged that the Intern will be supporting two teams within the UNEP FI Secretariat: (i) Communications team (ii) Events team.
• Daily responsibilities may vary depending on the individuals background as well as the internship period.

Benefits

• BANK ACCOUNTS.