Intern - Administrative Assistant

Dili

18/11/26-17/02/26

The UN System in Timor-Leste consists of more than 13 different agencies. The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO) supports and coordinates the work of UN entities to enhance the impact, efficiency and effectiveness of the UN’s operational activities for sustainable development at the country level. Under the Resident Coordinator's leadership, all UN agencies come together with the people, the Government of Timor-Leste, and development partners to support the achievement of Timor-Leste’s national development priorities. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. The minimum duration of an internship is two months and can be extended up to a total period of six months. Interns works five days per week (40 hours) under the direct supervision of the Resident Coordinator and with the overall guidance of the RCO team, the Administrative Intern will Assist in drafting routine letters, correspondence and other administrative documents. Support note-taking and preparation of draft minutes for meetings, capturing key discussion points, decisions and follow-up actions. Assist with follow-up and coordination with participants for meetings and other RCO activities. Support the organization and maintenance of the RCO Shared Drive, including organizing and transferring relevant office documents. Support the maintenance of orderly electronic filing and document-management arrangements. Provide basic communications support, including taking photographs during RCO meetings, events and activities, as requested. Provide general administrative and logistical support for meetings and other office activities.

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 university degree. Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Tetum and English : Good written and oral communication skills are required. Portuguese: Knowledge of Portuguese would be an advantage.

This Internship is open for Timorese National Only.

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.