Urban Law Internship
UNHabitat’s work on Urban Law operates on several levels:
Data Analysis Internship
Programme Management Internship
Environmental Affairs Internship
UNHabitat’s work on Urban Law operates on several levels:
·
Developing programmes among UNHabitat
branches and offices, as well as other partners, to deliver integrated packages
of assistance for urban development.
·
The development of innovative
approaches, tools and methodologies to particular problems in urban law reform.
·
The creation and sharing of
information about urban law.
The UNHabitat Urban Law internship is
for 6 months.
The Internship is UNPAID and
fulltime.
Interns work five days per week (35
hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to
which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on
the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the
internship period.
·
Under the direct supervision of the
Human Settlement Officer (Urban Legislation Unit), the intern will:
·
Assist in carrying out research and
studies on a range of urban legal topics.
·
Analyze and present the data gathered
from diverse sources.
·
Contribute to written outputs e.g.
draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies and inputs
to publications.
·
Assist in the population and
maintaining of UrbanLex database.
·
Review and produce summaries on
existing courses in urban law to support the Unit’s effort to produce training
packages on urban law for local authorities.
·
Assist with the production of
communication materials and updates for the Unit’s websites.
·
Assist in organizing expert group
meetings, consultative and other meetings and conferences; support outreach
activities.
·
Perform any other duties as may be
required.
Competencies
·
Communication: Speaks and writes
clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
interest in having twoway communication. Tailors language, tone, style and
format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and
keeping people informed.
·
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing
others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team
agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for
team shortcomings.
·
Client orientation: Considers all
those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things
from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships
with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and
matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems.
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for
delivery of products or services to client.
Qualifications
Applicants must at the time of
application meet one of the following requirements:
·
Be enrolled in a graduate school
programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
·
Be enrolled in the final academic
year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or
equivalent).
·
Have graduated with a university
degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a oneyear period
of graduation.
·
Be computer literate in standard
software applications.
·
Have demonstrated keen interest in
the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of
the Charter.
·
Have a demonstrated 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.
Preferred Areas of Study: Studies in Law, International Diplomacy, Public
Relations and Public Policy
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have
professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
·
English and French are the working
languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral
and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN
·
Language is desirable.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be
contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Special Notice
Data Analysis Internship
The Internship is UNPAID and
full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35
hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to
which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on
the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the
internship period.
Under the direct supervision of the
Chief, Global Urban Observatory, the intern will:
·
Participate in collection,
computation and analysis of human settlements Sustainable Development Goal
Indicators and New Urban Agenda Indicators and other urban indicators.
·
Participate in collection,
computation and analysis of City Prosperity Index Indicators for various
cities.
·
Assist with logistics of meetings
organized by the Global Urban Observatory Unit.
Competencies
·
Communication: Speaks and writes
clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and
format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and
keeping people informed.
·
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing
others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team
agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for
team shortcomings.
·
Client orientation: Considers all
those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things
from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships
with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and
matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems.
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for
delivery of products or services to client.
Education
Applicants must at the time of
application meet one of the following requirements:
·
Be enrolled in a graduate school
programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
·
Be enrolled in the final academic
year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or
equivalent).
·
Have graduated with a university
degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period
of graduation.
·
Be computer literate in standard
software applications.
·
Have demonstrated keen interest in
the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of
the Charter.
·
Have a demonstrated 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.
Preferred Area(s) of Study
Undergraduate or Graduate studies in
Statistics or related areas. Working knowledge of STATA or SPSS.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have
professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
·
English and French are the working
languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in
oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN
·
Language is desirable.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be
contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
How To Apply
Programme Management Internship
The agency has been focusing on urban
development for over 40 years. Working with governments and local partners, its
high impact projects combine world-class expertise and local knowledge to
deliver timely and targeted solutions. The Regional and Metropolitan Planning
Unit (RMPU) is one of the three units in the Urban Planning and Design Branch,
along with the City Planning, Extension and Design Unit, and the Climate Change
Planning Unit.
The (UN-Habitat Regional and Metropolitan
Planning internship is for 6 months.
The Internship is UNPAID and
full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35
hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to
which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on
the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the
internship period.
·
Under the Supervision of Programme
Officer the intern will:
·
Review introductory materials of the
RMPU portfolio and research on contemporary topics related to Regional and
Metropolitan Planning in the context of sustainable urbanization and the
implementation of the New Urban Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals.
·
Assist in developing tools (e.g.
Mobile and internet application), on Urban Policies, Regional and Metropolitan
Planning.
·
Assist in the development of spatial
analysis (e.g. System of cities, demonstration projects).
·
Support the development of frameworks
and guidelines, policy documents, and/or concept notes.
·
Assist in identifying research gaps
and undertake activities, with the collaboration of research institutions, to
fill any identified gaps in order to augment the Unit’s portfolio.
·
Assist in developing and implementing
the RMPU work plan monitoring system, monitoring key indicators and
following-up with partners on their reporting and feedback, including with
country and regional offices.
·
Assist in planning, preparing and
implementing RMPU related events (meetings, workshops, conferences, Expert
Group Meetings, etc.) and support the implementation of specific
recommendations arising from these events.
·
Assist in the design of training
programs and materials related to the RMPU work plan, including through the
identification of training needs and demands from key national and local
stakeholders.
·
Assist with outreach activities and
the production of awareness materials that will support the rolling out of the
RMPU work plan
·
Perform other tasks relevant to the
candidate and RMPU, as jointly determined with the RMPU team.
Competencies
Communication: Speaks and writes
clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and
format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and
keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing
others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team
agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for
team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all
those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things
from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships
with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and
matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems.
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for
delivery of products or services to client.
Qualifications
·
Be enrolled in a graduate school
programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
·
Be enrolled in the final academic
year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or
equivalent).
·
Have graduated with a university
degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a oneyear period
of graduation.
·
Be computer literate in standard
software applications.
·
Have demonstrated keen interest in
the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of
the Charter.
·
Have a demonstrated 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.
Preferred Areas of Study: Public Policy, Urban Policy, Governance, Urban
Planning, Urban Design, Metropolitan Planning, Architecture or related fields.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have
professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
·
English and French are the working
languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in
oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN
·
Language is desirable.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be
contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
How to Apply
Environmental Affairs Internship
Enterprise Solutions is at the
cutting-edge of offering knowledge management and information technology,
including emerging solutions for both corporate and environmental challenges.
Big data, artificial intelligence, and blockchain are some of the technologies
the multicultural and dynamic team in Enterprise Solutions is intending to
offer the organization We are looking for young, innovative, solutions-driven
individuals to join us as interns.
The Enterprise Solutions Section
internship is for 3 months with a possibility for extension depending on the
needs of the Section.
The Internship is UNPAID and
full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35
hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to
which they are assigned.
Responsibilities
·
Daily responsibilities will depend on
the individual’s background, the intern’s assigned supervisor’s need, as well
as the internship period.
·
Under the Supervision of an Officer
in the Section, the intern will:
·
Will be involved in real ongoing
projects that the Section is currently working on.
·
Depending on the phase of the
project, the intern may be assigned research, analysis, design, development,
testing, training, user support, or outreaching work.
Competencies
Communication: Speaks and writes
clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from
others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and
format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and
keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing
others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team
agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group
decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for
team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all
those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things
from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships
with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and
matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and
outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems.
Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for
delivery of products or services to client.
Qualifications
·
Be enrolled in a graduate school
programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher).
·
Be enrolled in the final academic
year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or
equivalent).
·
Have graduated with a university
degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a oneyear period
of graduation.
·
Be computer literate in standard
software applications.
·
Have demonstrated keen interest in
the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of
the Charter.
·
Have demonstrated keen interest in
the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of
the Charter.
·
Have a demonstrated 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.
·
Applicants must be pursuing
qualifications in area of study that can significantly contribute to the work
of the Enterprise Solutions Section and responsibilities outlined
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have
professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
·
English and French are the working
languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in
oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN
·
Language is desirable.
Assessment
Potential candidates will be
contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
How To Apply
Your application for this internship
must include:
·
A Completed application (Personal
History Profile) and Cover Note, through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete
applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
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o Title of the degree you are currently pursuing
o Graduation Date
o IT skills and programmes you are proficient in
o Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific
internship
o Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship
Programme, ensure to include all past work experience (if any).
·
Proof of enrollment from current
University (if not graduated).
·
A copy of degree certificate (if you
have already graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications
received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.