PPR, Seoul, WFP Korea Office

 

 

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. We are currently seeking to fill a Private Partnerships intern position in our WFP Korea Office, based in Seoul, Republic of Korea.

 

Brief description of WFP Seoul office, Private Partnership team:

 

WFP Seoul Office is located at the Seoul National University and the main work includes resource mobilization, advocacy and support of WFP field operations. WFP Seoul Office’s Private Partnerships team is responsible for raising resources from relevant ROK government counterparts, negotiate contributions and make key policy decisions.

 

 

General Information

• Title of Post: Internship – Private Partnerships
• Supervisor: Private Partnerships Officer
• Unit: PPR, WFP Korea Office
• Country:  Republic of Korea
• Duty Station: Seoul
• Duration of internship: 6 months
• Expected Start Date: 27 July 2019

 

Duties and responsibilities

 

Under the direct supervision of Private Partnerships Officer, the candidate will perform the following duties:

 

1. Assist in implementing Zero Waste, Zero Hunger Campaign which is designed to raise awareness of food waste issue and raise funds from private sector;

2. Assist in establishing and managing private sector partnership of WFP Seoul Office

3. Assist in monitoring media release related to current private sector partners;

4. Assist in preparing documents for the meeting with partners and potential partners;

5. Assist in the development of new strategies to better secure and steward public-private sector partners and donors by channel (individuals, corporate, foundation, NGO);

6. Assist in managing student volunteer research group;

7. Conduct market research; identify, analyse and provide data to others to support them in developing private sector partnership and identifying its future prospect that can help achieve WFP’s strategic objectives;

8. Assist in translating requested information in Korean and/or English;

9. Perform other related tasks as required.

 

Qualifications and experience

• Currently enrolled with at least two years undergraduate studies completed, or recently graduated (within the past six months) in one or more of the following disciplines: Marketing, Business Administration, Political Science, International Relations, International Development/Cooperation, Economics, Public Administration, Public Relations, or other relevant fields;
• University course attendance in the past 12 months;
• Working knowledge of a second UN language would be an asset
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
• Fundraising experience and work experience or previous internship experience is a significant advantage.

 

Required soft skills/WFP Competencies:

 

• Ability to work in a team setting that has direct contact with multinational counterparts
• Ability to plan and organize work efficiently
• Resourcefulness, action-oriented, maturity, tact, advocacy skills

 

 

Working Languages

Working knowledge of English (proficiency/level C) and Korean (proficiency/level C) is required.

 

 

Supervision (Level/Methods of Supervision)

 

Under the direct supervision of Private Partnerships Officer, the incumbent will be provided with close mentoring, guidance and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be elemental part of the supervision. Private Partnerships Consultant will be the second-level supervisor. With the support of a comprehensive induction package and assignment of a buddy/mentor, the intern will rapidly become a productive member of the team.

 

Training components

Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, weLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.

 

Learning Elements

At the end of the assignment, the Intern should:

 

• Understand WFP and UN system
• Understand the role of PPR WFP Korea office in the whole WFP system
• Learn how to develop and manage partnerships with government counterparts
• Learn practical skills in Private Partnerships such as developing private sector partnerships and coordinating the private sector campaign.

 

Information on the Country of Assignment

 

• Living conditions in Seoul, Republic of Korea

General Situation in ROK

The overall safety and security situation in the Republic of Korea (RoK) is calm and stable. The security level is assessed as Level – 1 (Minimal).

 

Armed Conflict: The overall situation is calm and stable. Armed conflict is thought unlikely.

 

Terrorism: No terrorist organizations, separatist or militant groups are known to operate in RoK.

 

Crime: Though still very low, over the last several years, there has been a gradual increase in the number of petty street crime in urban areas in RoK. The most common crimes against foreigners are street robberies, pick pocketing and bag snatching. Korea is a country with very restrictive gun control laws, making crimes involving firearms rare. Most reported crimes are predominately non-violent and opportunistic in nature.

 

Civil Unrest: Civil unrest in varying forms and severity are common in RoK. Historically the main geographic areas of the more serious instances have been in the political centre of the country – Seoul. Various international politics, local politics and union issues have surfaced resulting in sometimes-unruly gatherings. However, in recent years, there has been a decrease in violence associated with political demonstrations. In all cases, a prompt response by security forces has restricted these outbursts and localized them in their effect.

 

Hazards:

a. Natural Disasters: Every year, RoK suffers from various seasonal natural phenomena, which cause property damage and human loss. Major types of natural hazards in Korea are typhoon related heavy wind, rain and flooding. The RoK has only experienced very minor earthquakes with minimal or no damage in recent history.

b. Traffic Safety and Road Conditions: Road traffic accidents are common in RoK, although to date no serious incidents have occurred involving UN Personnel. Road travel is well regulated by local police and authorities and the road infrastructure is highly developed and well maintained.

c. Medical: South Korea has a very good emergency response capability. Medical facilities have qualified personnel and adequate equipment to deal with severe medical trauma in an accident or emergency.

(Source: United Nations Department of Safety & Security)

 

 

VA Reference no: 123010

 

Closing Date: 7 July 2020

 

 

Terms and Conditions:

 

• Interns receive a monthly stipend from WFP up to the maximum amount of US$1000 per month depending on the duty station of assignment.
• WFP is not responsible for living expenses, arrangements for accommodation, necessary visas and related costs.
• WFP will reimburse travel ticket for candidates who are nationals of developing countries and are pursuing their studies in their home country.
• WFP will recognize candidates’ educational credentials from recognised institutions that have been certified by competent international or national authorities such as the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) or Ministries of Education.
• Candidates who bear any of the following relations to WFP staff members are not eligible to apply: sons, daughters, brothers or sisters.

 

 

Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply.  WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

 

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

 

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