Intern, Multiple positions

UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners’ expectations.

With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.

A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.

We are currently looking for Afghan nationals with a strong sense of professional and social commitment to join our Rural Access Improvement Project - Phase 4 (RAIP IV) team as Interns.  In the Project context, Interns will participate in and contribute to our work with our Afghan project partners such as the Public Works Departments (PWDs) and Rehabilitation & Rural Development Departments at Balkh, Samangan, Jawzjan and Sari Pul provinces, and/or in the Ministry of Rehabilitation & Rural Development (MRRD) in Kabul.  The role of Interns will primarily be to support the Project interactions, communications and coordination between the PWDs / RRDDs / MRRD/ MPW and the RAIP IV team, in activities such as (but not limited to) the following.

• Collection of field level data for roads inventory and condition monitoring / updating at provincial level
• The carrying-out of road surveys and cost-estimation of works
• Preparation of Project-related reports and presentations for PWD/RRDD staff and/or the RAIP IV team
• Developing and providing data and information for Project status / progress reporting purposes
• Participation in relevant ‘day to day’ PWD/RRDD / MRRD technical or operational activities ‘as required’, including operational / work travel under PWD/RRDD auspices to remote areas
• Provision of periodic feedback to RAIP IV on the Internship status, arrangements and results. 

Core competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards.
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNOPS.
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism.

Functional competencies:

• Ability to communicate ideas and concept clearly and convincingly.
• Proven conceptual analytical and evaluative skills including the ability to conduct Independent research and analysis.
• Ability to maintain performance under time pressure, prioritizing, planning and monitoring work load to meet the demands of tight work schedules.