Internships
ABOUT WFP
WFP works to save lives
and change lives through the provision of food assistance and
resilience-building programs. In line with SDGs 2 & 17, WFP operations have
ventured into different modalities of food transfer and capacity-strengthening
to end hunger by 2030 and to revitalize global partnerships for sustainable
development.
The WFP Regional Bureau
for Eastern Africa (RBN) is based in Nairobi and provides strategic
direction, technical guidance, resource mobilization, and management support to
WFP operations and activities in ten countries: Burundi, Djibouti,
Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, Sudan, South Sudan, and Uganda.
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direct supervision of the Forensics Investigations Officer, the intern will be provided with close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be elemental part of the supervision.
Qualifications
- Currently
enrolled in the university and have completed at least two years of
undergraduate studies; or have graduated from an undergraduate or
graduate programme within the last 6 months, preferably in Digital
Forensics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering,
Forensics Science or related fields.or
- Currently
enrolled in a graduate programme (Master’s degree) from a recognized
university, undertaking the programmes mentioned above, and have
attended classes in the past 12 months,
- Fluent
in English (both oral and written) is a must; knowledge of a second UN
language, preferably French, would be an asset.
- Training
and/or experience utilizing computers including word processing,
spreadsheet, and other software packages. Proficiency in Excel and fair
knowledge of pivot tables. Office 365 proficiency an added advantage
Duties & Responsibilities
(not all-inclusive)
- Assist
in providing digital forensic services including recovery and acquisition
of evidence from IT equipment, preservation and management of evidence
using best industry practice during investigation and archiving;
- Recovery
of corrupt data, electronic mail extraction and database examination
- Assist
in performing regular data mining and data analytical procedures using
appropriate tools to assist in investigations
- Perform
comprehensive technical analysis and interpret computer-related evidence
such as e-mail, various databases, and information stored on electronic
devices using forensic tools and methods
- Manage
the chain of custody process for forensic evidence, as well as evidence
acquisition and analysis for the NBO office
- Carry
on the implementation of e-Discovery, computer forensic investigations,
and related services for large data sets
- Write
scripts where required to automate technical processes
- Execute
designed projects on SQL databases interpretation and evidence carving
- Collect
pertinent information related to Office of Inspections and
Investigations (OIGI) cases utilizing WFP corporate database,
including SAP, and available public databases
- Maintain
Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI) forensic systems and
equipment by carrying out regular tasks, such as: backing up data,
monitoring network and systems, and peripherals, running systems
diagnostics, systems updates, patch management and
systems optimization, replenishment of consumables, etc.
- Act
as the IT focal point for the Nairobi Office of Inspections and
Investigations (OIGI) investigation team
- Carry
out any other duty as instructed by the Forensics Investigations
Officer/or the Office of Inspections and Investigations (OIGI)
management.
Required soft skills/WFP
Competencies:
1. Core Values and Ethics:
- Demonstrate
integrity and fairness
- Demonstrate
the ability to remain objective, neutral and independent vis-Ã -vis all
parties involved;
- Display
cultural, racial and gender sensitivity;
- Support
WFP corporate goals;
- Comply
with WFP rules, regulations and code of conduct.
2. Task Management Skills:
- Produce
timely and quality outputs
- Exercise
sound judgment/analysis
- Develop
creative solutions
- Ability
to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and quickly adjust to different
working environments
- Good
understanding of linkages between policy and operational practices
- Resourcefulness,
initiative, maturity and ability to work independently.
TRAINING COMPONENTS
Throughout their
assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform,
WeLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may
participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Interns
receive a monthly stipend from WFP depending on the duty station of
assignment (i.e. Nairobi).
- This
position is not remote and will be based
in Nairobi, Kenya for the entirety of the contract.
- WFP
is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for
accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
- WFP will
recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions
that have been certified by competent international or national
authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and
Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
- The
internship duration is 8 months, full-time.
How to Apply
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
- The
deadline for receiving applications for this position is February 01,
2023
- Applications
for this position will close at 11:59 p.m.
(East African Time) on the deadline date.
- Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of
the selection process.
- WFP
embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a
team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways.
- Employment
is decided on the basis of competitive selection, qualifications and merit.