| Posting Title: | INTERN - GENDER AFFAIRS |
| Job Code Title: | INTERN - SOCIAL SCIENCES |
| Department/Office: | ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN |
| Duty Station: | SANTIAGO |
| Posting Period: | 02 September 2015 - 09 September 2016 |
| Job Opening Number: | 46314 |
Special Notice
A
completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile)
is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
The Cover Note must include:
- Degree programme (What are you currently studying?)
- Graduation Date (When will you graduate or when did you graduate from the programme?)
- List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
- List your top three areas of interest.
- Explain why you are the best candidate for this specific internship.
- Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
In your online Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
Org. Setting and Reporting
The Economic Commission for Latin America and the
Caribbean (ECLAC\CEPAL) is one of the five regional commissions of the
United Nations. It was founded in 1948 with the purpose of contributing
to the region's economic and social development. Its mission includes
supporting the design, monitoring and evaluation of public policies and
the provision of advisory services, expertise and training to
Governments, as well as support for regional and international
cooperation and coordination activities. Please visit our website at
www.eclac.org, for further information.
The internship in the Gender Affairs Division (www.cepal.org/mujer) will last 3 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the Division/Section. Candidates may be selected throughout the posting period, on an "as-needed" basis. Interns are expected to work on a full-time basis (work five days per week; 35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the Division/Section to which they are assigned, but they may undertake flexible working arrangements, subject to certain conditions.
The internship in the Gender Affairs Division (www.cepal.org/mujer) will last 3 to 6 months, depending on the needs of the Division/Section. Candidates may be selected throughout the posting period, on an "as-needed" basis. Interns are expected to work on a full-time basis (work five days per week; 35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the Division/Section to which they are assigned, but they may undertake flexible working arrangements, subject to certain conditions.
ECLAC’s Division for Gender Affairs specializes in gender-related issues
through an interdisciplinary focus. The Division plays an active role
to address gender inequality and women’s empowerment through developing
tools and providing evidence for policy formulation and effective
implementation and in gender mainstreaming with in regional development
in Latin America and the Caribbean. It works as a Technical Secretariat
of the Regional Conference on Women in Latin America and the Caribbean,
and it also hosts the Gender Equality Observatory for Latin America and
the Caribbean. Provides technical support to member States of the
Regional Conference on Women in Latin America and the Caribbean and of
the Presiding Officers of the Conference in their efforts to generate
new knowledge on gender indicators and statistics and build capacity for
developing and collecting gender statistics to inform decision-making,
in particular with regard to women’s economic empowerment. Carry on its
efforts to strengthen dialogue between users and producers of gender
statistics for policymaking. Governments also receive assistance in
building evidence-based policies for gender equality. Work is carried to
build the capacities of national machineries for the advancement of
women and of other stakeholders, such as statistical offices and
ministries of economy and labour, regarding the formulation, monitoring
and dissemination of gender equality policies.
The internship is UNPAID. All costs of travel and accommodation,
including living expenses, must be covered by the intern or any relevant
sponsoring institution.
The child or sibling of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Interns shall not be eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, positions at the professional level and above for a period of six months following the end of their internship.
The child or sibling of a staff member shall not be eligible to apply for an internship at the United Nations. Interns shall not be eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, positions at the professional level and above for a period of six months following the end of their internship.
Responsibilities
Daily responsibilities will depend on the
individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the
internship period. Daily duties may include:
- Assistance in drafting and preparing official documents
- Attending and summarizing conferences and meetings
- Document, legal and internet research
- Assistance during conferences
- Working on web-presentation
- Compiling statistics
Additionally, the Intern will also perform the following duties:
a) Provide general research assistance to the Gender Equality Observatory for Latin America and the Caribbean and to the work of the Division.
b) - Research, extract and compile basic information and technical data on gender equality policies and related topics and issues.
- Assistance in monitoring gender equality policies and related issues by collecting, selecting, analyzing and compiling materials from multiple sources, e.g., relevant databases, the library and the Internet.
- Preparation of reports, presentations, tables, lists and graphs for information and review by supervisor.
c) General support to the work programme of the Division, including among other areas: e-learning courses, organization of expert meetings, websites. - Other tasks according to the needs of the Division, related to women's economic, physical and political autonomy, in the context of the work programme.
a) Provide general research assistance to the Gender Equality Observatory for Latin America and the Caribbean and to the work of the Division.
b) - Research, extract and compile basic information and technical data on gender equality policies and related topics and issues.
- Assistance in monitoring gender equality policies and related issues by collecting, selecting, analyzing and compiling materials from multiple sources, e.g., relevant databases, the library and the Internet.
- Preparation of reports, presentations, tables, lists and graphs for information and review by supervisor.
c) General support to the work programme of the Division, including among other areas: e-learning courses, organization of expert meetings, websites. - Other tasks according to the needs of the Division, related to women's economic, physical and political autonomy, in the context of the work programme.
Competencies
Professionalism:
Ability to collect, selects, compile and conduct basic analysis of
information and data from multiple sources related to public policies
relevant to gender equality in Latin America and the Caribbean. Shows
pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence
and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting
commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by
professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when
faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful
situations.
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.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Education
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met:
- Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a univerity degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation;
- Be computer literate in standard software applications;
- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal
commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
- 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.
- Formation in Sociology, Economics, Public Administration or related field is required.
- Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a univerity degree (as defined above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation;
- Be computer literate in standard software applications;
- Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal
commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
- 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.
- Formation in Sociology, Economics, Public Administration or related field is required.
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.
Advanced knowledge of Spanish (both oral and written) is required for
the Internship Programme. Advanced Knowledge of English is required.
Knowledge of another UN official language would be an asset.
Assessment Method
Potential candidates will be contacted by the hiring manager directly for further consideration.
United Nations Considerations
The
United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men
and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of
equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a
non-smoking environment.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
No Fee
THE
UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT
PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE
UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’
BANK ACCOUNTS.
