Intern, Climate Change, Food Security and Natural Resources

Economic Commission for Africa

3 months

Purpose UNECA is seeking multiple interns with an educational background in climate change, policy, development, international relations, or related fields. The interns will support the Climate Change, Food Security & Natural Resources Division in developing and promoting climate-response policies, plans, and programmes. Additionally, the interns may assist with preparations for the upcoming COP32, which will take place in Addis Ababa. The interns will also contribute to various cross-cutting themes within the division. Duties and Responsibilities These positions are based at the main office of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Successful candidates are expected to be in Addis Ababa during the internship period. The interns will report to a staff member in the CFND Division to whom they are assigned. Under their supervision, and in close collaboration with other professional staff, and depending on their level of experience and training, interns will be responsible for the following duties: - Assists in research on climate-related themes; - Assists in drafting and editing of publications, briefs and other documents; - Assists in maintaining databases; - Assists in tracking project negotiation and implementation; - Participates in the organization of meetings and events; - Assists with outreach activities; - Assists the preparation for the COP32; - Participates in the division's day-to-day operational tasks. This may include supporting the development of presentations liaison with partner organizations; - Contributes in administrative tasks as assigned; - Participates in meetings and draft meeting minutes

Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); (b) be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent).

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post, fluency in both oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French is desirable.

The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. In line with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, applicants requiring reasonable accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process may contact the internship coordinator for assistance

Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

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.