VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
UNU-EHS INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME
Organizational Unit: United Nations University – Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS)
Reference Number: UNU-EHS/EGECHS/MSc, IP/2015 (1)
Applications: By email to:
By post to:
UNU-EHS / UNU-ViE
Internship Coordinator
UN Campus
Platz der Vereinten Nationen 1
D-53113 Bonn, GERMANY
Application deadline: Rolling
United Nations University’s Mission: The
United Nations University (UNU) is an international community of
scholars, engaged in research, postgraduate teaching and capacity
development and dissemination of knowledge in furthering the purposes
and principles of the Charter of the United Nations. For more
information, please visitwww.unu.edu.
UNU-EHS :
established in December 2003, addresses the risk and vulnerability
aspects of human security and the consequences of complex environmental
hazards for sustainable development. The work of UNU‐EHS helps to
improve the in‐depth understanding of the cause effect relationships to
find ways to reduce risks and vulnerabilities. The Institute supports
policymakers and decision makers with evidence‐based research and
information.www.ehs.unu.edu
The EGECHS section:investigates
the teaching – research nexus to enhance the graduate education and
research training of the Institute. The section develops open
educational resources on vulnerability and risk for sharing with
educators, students and self-learners to use, reuse and adapt them in
teaching, learning and research. The EGECHS section is a strong
propionate of Information Communications Technology (ICT) development
and its applications with regard to the use of new media tools and
eLearning/open source methods which empower and enable users. The
section uses ICT to enhance its project work, facilitate communications
between stakeholders, and generate learning materials for tertiary
education programmes.
The two-year Joint Master of Science Programme in the Geography of
Environmental Risk and Human Security was launched by UNU-EHS and the
University of Bonn in October 2013. The Programme educates students in
an interdisciplinary and trans-disciplinary manner on how to investigate
and manage various resources related to environmental hazards by
implementing science-based principles and methodologies to disaster risk
management.
The Internship Programme of UNU-EHS/ViE in Bonn recruits highly
qualified applicants to work as interns at the different UNU-EHS
academic sections. Interns are recruited through a competitive
application process through specific vacancy announcements or
unsolicited applications for a minimum period of three months and a
maximum period of six months. Students or recent graduates interested in
the work of the United Nations and in particular the United Nations
University are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
· assist with internship application processes, i.e. drafting internship
vacancy announcements, working with online dissemination portals and
updating roosters;
· support in the administration of the Joint M.Sc. Programme, i.e.
assisting with call for applications; contact with Embassies and
planning of introductory week (time of year / work cycle dependent);
· support in the organizaiton of different courses, excursions and events;
· draft and edit documents in English, conduct desk research, and support file organisation;
· Assist with the creation of supporting materials (PPT presentations, statistics, etc.);
· assist in all necessary academic and/or administrative tasks as the needs arise.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Field of Study:University
degree in a field of interest to UNU-EHS such as, Geography, Political
Science, International (Affairs, Development, Relations, Policy) as well
as Communications, Information Science, Media Studies, or a related
field.
Essential Skills and attributes:
· excellent command of English and experience editing and writing various documents in English;
· proven record of ICT proficiency;
· good knowledge of Microsoft Office Programmes;
· good analytical and time-management skills;
· ability to work flexible, multitask and work independently;
· willingness to work in a culturally diverse environment;
· willingness to learn new technology skills and methods.
Desired Skills:
· background in data collection and analysis assistance will be looked on favourably;
· knowledge of new/social media is preferable;
· some practical work experience in a professional office setting would be an asset;
· other languages will be considered an asset;
· high motivated and team-oriented person;
· sense of initiative and originality.
Teaching/learning objectives:
· become familiarised with project and academic programme management;
· gain understanding of the project work and related activities of UNU and the UN System;
· gain work experience within UN international working environment.
Duration: The
successful candidate will be based at UNU-EHS in Bonn on a full-time
basis for a contractual period ranging from 3-6 months. The internship
is not remunerated.
Starting Date: Rolling
HOW TO APPLY:
Application Procedure:
Interested applicants should submit their application, preferably by e-mail, and must include the following:
· Quote reference number UNU-EHS/EGECHS/MSc, IP/2015 (1) in the email subject line;
· Curriculum Vitae in English;
· Cover letter in English: outlining your motivations, possible contributions to the programme and future career goals;
· Completed UNU-EHS application form (downloadable at: www.ehs.unu.edu/article/read/about-the-internship-programme-at-unu-ehs under Links & Documents);
· Two letters of recommendation.
For more information about the UNU-EHS internship programme, please visit the website:www.ehs.unu.edu/article/read/about-the-internship-programme-at-unu-ehs
Workforce diversity is essential to UNU. Suitably qualified candidates
from diverse backgrounds including minority groups, indigenous groups
and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All
applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Unsuccessful applications will not be acknowledged nor returned.
If you have any questions, please contact us at internship-applications@ehs.unu.edu.
