INTERN - ARCHITECTURAL DRAFTSPERSON [Temporary]

Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UNHABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing Administrative, conference, Security and information services (www.unon.org).

This internship is in the Facilities Management and Transportation Section (FMTS), Support Services Service, Division of Administrative Services, United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON). The successful candidate reports to the Manager, Office Space and Premises, working on various office space accommodation and management projects within the UN Gigiri Complex.

The UNON Architectural draftsperson internship is for 6 months.

The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.

Interns work five days per week (35-40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the Supervision of Manager, Office Space and Premises, the intern will:
- Assist where/as required to take measurements on site necessary to prepare design and construction level drawings accurately to scale, taking note of any existing conditions such as structural
elements, electrical/ mechanical components and finishes/materials, using AutoCAD and or Autodesk Revit (both 2D & 3D) any other software(s) versions installed/ operated by UNON FMTS).
- Work together with supervisors, convert manager’s ‘already prepared’ sketch design concepts for office space into accurate and to scale design/ layout drawings usable for client presentation/
discussion purposes and construction drawings for construction works purposes (including partition, furniture and equipment layouts, ceiling plans and electrical and data requirements).
- Work together with supervisors, interpret client’s program requirements into sketch design concepts and architectural drawings, preparing floor plans and partitioning layouts for both ‘new client
office space fit out’ as well as ‘existing client office space reorganization’, determining the most suitable means to achieve client’s/ supervisor’s goals (per existing office space design/ norms and
office interior solutions), where possible attempting to identify problems and to offer creative ways to solve problems.
- Assist project managers where/ when required to supervise construction works on site per dictated design/ construction drawings; undertake inspections, prepare contractor meeting minutes,
issue instructions and ensure works are completed per schedule on time and to the required standards of workmanship.
- Assist project managers when/ where required to coordinate movements, log requests for movers, issue movement schedules to relevant contractors, e.g. partitioning, building maintenance, ICT
and printer/ copy services and to transfer and re/install workstations and printer/ copiers within the new office space.
- Supervise cleaning and tidying up of the offices. Follow-up on the complaints from offices/ staff moved and where possible resolve issues and or report to relevant supervisors.
- Perform other duties assigned by supervisors such as, but not limited to, occasionally assisting in other of areas of the Section operations.

Competencies

Core Competencies:
Communication:
-Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
-Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
-Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

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

Client Orientation:
-Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view
-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect
-Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions
-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems
-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects
-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education

Applicants must at the time of application 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 program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent).
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.

Be computer literate in standard software applications.

Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;

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.

Preferred Area Studies:
Degree in Architecture with proven proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Revit software(s) is a requirement. Diploma and or Certificate from a recognized/ reputable AutoCAD/ Autodesk REVIT Training Center is preferred. (Evaluation of all prospective candidates will include practical tests to assess proficiency in AutoCAD).

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. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.

Assessment

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.

Special Notice

Your application for this internship must include:
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past
work experiences, IT Skills, and three references.
2. Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.org/content/internship-programme),
- List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
3. A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).


Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.

United Nations Considerations

According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation or sexual abuse, or crimes other than minor traffic offences, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

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.