Internships
JOB PURPOSE
The internship offers law
students and recent law graduates an excellent opportunity to work on and
develop their knowledge of the whole range of legal matters that arise in the
context of the operations of one of the largest UN organisations in the East
Africa region.
The intern will support
the Regional Legal Advisor in the performance of all legal functions and will
support RBN (Regional Bureau Nairobi) in the delivery of timely and accurate
legal guidance to country offices and RBN (Regional Bureau) units.
Qualifications
- Currently
enrolled in, or about to begin, the final year of an undergraduate law
programme (first degree); be currently enrolled in a graduate law
programme (second degree, e.g., master’s or JD); or have graduated from an
undergraduate or graduate law programme within six months of the deadline
for applications. In all cases, candidates must have attended a course
within the last 12 months for credit towards the law degree.
- Some
experience in international law subjects is desirable.
- Fluency
(written and spoken) in English is required. Intermediate knowledge of
French and/or Arabic is an advantage.
- Proficiency
in MS Office (in particular, Word, Excel, and Power Point) is required.
Duties & Responsibilities
(not all-inclusive)
Under the direct
supervision of the Regional Legal Advisor, the candidate may perform the
following duties:
- Conduct
legal research into and assist in interpreting WFP’s regulations and rules
and other internal normative sources of law, and public international law,
including but not limited to international treaties governing privileges
and immunities.
- Prepare
legal briefs, opinions, memoranda and correspondence.
- Interpret
and apply international treaties and assist in drafting diplomatic
communications to the governments of countries in which WFP works.
- Assist
in the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial contracts and
agreements with governments, UN agencies, international and national
partners and vendors.
- Study
legal questions relating to procurement, shipping, aviation, land
transport, insurance, and commercial and contract law.
- Assist
in the preparation, pursuit and negotiation of claims.
- Perform
other related duties as required.
Leads by Example with
Integrity
- Upholds
WFP values, principles, and standards – Demonstrates and encourages others
to uphold the WFP values, principles and standards.
- Respects
others and values diversity – Values diversity using respectful and
inclusive language, and encourages others to do the same.
- Stays
focused and calm under pressure – Stays focused and calm when under
pressure and encourages others to do the same.
- Demonstrates
humility and a willingness to learn – Shows humility and a willingness to
learn and share knowledge, frequently seeking and acting on feedback, and
taking up opportunities to develop.
Drives Results and
Delivers on Commitments
- Delivers
results for maximum impact – Holds self and/or others accountable for the
delivery of results.
- Delegates
appropriately – Delivers results against delegated tasks and seeks
guidance and support where needed.
- Adapts
readily to change – Responds readily to change adjusting work as needed.
Fosters Inclusive and
Collaborative
- Is
inclusive and collaborative – Promotes inclusive teamwork and
psychological safety by sharing ideas and openly raising issues.
- Gives
timely and constructive feedback – Supports development for others by
giving timely and constructive feedback.
- Builds
and shares new perspectives – Listens attentively to others to capture,
learn, build and share new perspectives.
Applies Strategic Thinking
- Communicates
and fulfils WFP’s vision – Fulfils WFP’s vision and is able to explain how
their objectives support the vision.
- Embraces
curiosity and new ways of doing things – Demonstrates curiosity, and
proposes new ways of doing things when relevant.
- Analyses
and evaluates data – Gathers data and shares knowledge to inform
team decision making.
- Considers
the impact of decisions – Implements decisions and asks questions to
understand the impact for wider objectives.
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.
