Internship on Green Jobs, climate change and just transition
Geneva
- Organization: ILO - International Labour Organization
- Location: Geneva
- Grade: Internship - Internship
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Occupational Groups:
- Environment
- Meteorology, Geology and Geography
- Labour Market Policy
- Climate Change
- Closing Date: Closed
Grade: Internship
Publication date: 15 November 2022
Application deadline (midnight Geneva time): 29 November 2022
Vacancy no.:
Job ID: [[9845]]
Department: [[ENTERPRISES]]
Organization Unit: [[Green Jobs]]
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Duration of contract: 3 to 6 months (starting on the 1st or the 15th of a given month)
You are applying to the ILO generic internship roster, which is published several times per year. The roster will be made available to all departments and field offices, which will then select and directly contact suitable candidates. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, the ILO does not inform candidates about the status of their application.
ILO Internship Programme provides an opportunity for talented individuals to:
(a) increase understanding of relevant issues at the international level by involving them directly in the work of the Office and the application of ILO principles, programmes and strategies;
(b) gain practical experience with the ILO directly related to their field of study.
The internship programme is not intended to lead to a career in the ILO. There should be no expectation of further employment at the end of the internship.
**Please note that you can apply to a maximum of three internship profiles during the current application period. If you apply to more than three internship profiles, your application will not be considered for any profile.** Note that you may withdraw your candidature at any time via the Jobs Applied section of your profile.
It is highly recommended that you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid last minute technical issues or delays. Late applications will not be considered.
The ILO values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified women and men, particularly those with disabilities and from non- or under- represented member States. If needed, reasonable accommodation will be provided to those with disabilities in the recruitment phase as well as during the internship to promote equality of opportunities. If you are unable to complete our online application form due to a disability, please send an email to ilojobs@ilo.org
IMPORTANT:
Please only apply for an internship if you fulfil the following two criteria:
(1) You have no close relative serving in the ILO.
(2) This is your first internship with the ILO (only one internship is permitted).
Please note that in the context of the new ILO organigram, the naming of the departments may be subject to change.
Department
The ILO Centenary Declaration for the Future of Work adopted in June 2019 reaffirms the centrality of climate change in the pursuit of the mandate of the ILO to advance social justice. The Declaration recognises climate and environmental changes as key drivers of the transformation of the world of work. It highlights a just transition towards a sustainable future of work, in its economic, social and environmental dimensions, as a core focus for ILO’s work in in second centenary. The Call to Action for a human-centred recovery from the COVID-19 crisis that is inclusive, sustainable and resilient mandates the ILO to advance research and improve data on the potential of the Sustainable Development Goals to generate decent work in order to help focus financing for development strategies on employment-intensive investments and a just transition to environmental sustainability, including in the circular economy, as an integral part of the recovery process.
The Guidelines for a just transition towards environmentally sustainable economies and societies for all formulated through a tripartite consensus among representatives of governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations provide a policy framework and a practical tool to guide the transformation to low-carbon and climate-resilient economies taking into account the social and employment-related dimensions. An important aspect of the work of the ILO is to support the ILO constituents to understand fully the nature and scale of changes that could take place in labour markets, as a consequence of climate and environmental change, and the policy responses that countries take.
The ILO's Green Jobs Programme actively promotes the creation of green jobs through research, international advocacy, capacity building, knowledge sharing and at national level through the provision of political and technical advisory services. These efforts create decent employment opportunities, enhance resource efficiency and build low-carbon sustainable societies.
Learning areas
As an intern you will be exposed to a whole range of areas such as conceptual approaches on environment – labour market interface; research and analysis on labour market implications of transitions to green economies; policies, tools and approaches to promote green jobs creation and a just transition towards environmentally sustainable economies and societies for all.
You will gain experience in working with specialists who are involved in the following tasks: research and policy analysis; technical cooperation projects and policy advice promoting employment creation in the context of climate and environmental action in sectors such as renewable energies, waste management, sustainable construction; skills for green jobs and social inclusion and gender equality, training and capacity building.
Under overall guidance of the Head, Green Jobs Unit and programme specialists, perform the following tasks:
• Support research, data collection and information gathering and analysis on employment and social policies for decent work creation and a just transition in the context of climate and environmental change;
• Contribute to the production and editing of reports on climate change and labour issues;
• Contribute to preparing meetings and dialogues, including ILO internal meetings, country-level events, and UN climate change and other multilateral environmental processes;
• Contribute to the preparation of project proposals and support project implementation.
Interns should expect to devote 10% to 20% of their time to administrative tasks.
Required profile
Education
Environment and sustainable development, environmental economics, labour studies, economics, social sciences, international development.
The candidate should be enrolled in their final year of graduate degree programme or should have completed such a programme no longer than 1 years ago (mandatory).
Experience
Any relevant work experience and knowledge of environment and sustainable development question, labour issues, or economics.
Languages
Working language in English is required. Knowledge of any of the other ILO’s official languages (English, French, Spanish) is desirable.
Competencies
Adaptable to an international, multicultural and multilingual environment, good communication skills and be able to work in a team.
Additional requirements
Experience in quantitative research or policy and data analysis would be an asset.
How to apply:
1. Search for an internship profile via the page on ILO Jobs
2. Select the internship profile you would like to apply for, and create a profile on ILO Jobs
3. Complete your candidate profile and apply to the internship profile
4. Be sure to attach a cover letter in the last section of the application, as applications without a cover letter will not be considered and you cannot attach a cover letter after the deadline.
Selection process:
Following a first screening by the Human Resources Development Department (HRD), hiring departments will short-list applicants. You will be directly contacted should an internship opportunity match your profile. If you have not been contacted by any department within six months after your application, you can consider that you have not been selected by any department for this roster. If still eligible, you may apply to the next roster.
If shortlisted, you may be contacted by the hiring department for a written test and/or interview. The ILO may use communication technologies such as Skype, Video or teleconference, e-mail, etc for the assessment and evaluation of candidates.
Stipend:
As an intern in Geneva, you will receive a stipend of 2450 CHF per month from the ILO, unless you receive funding through another institution (for example your university or a foundation). If you receive partial funding, ILO will cover the difference to ensure you receive 2450 CHF per month. Your travel to Geneva will be at your own expense.
Insurance:
Please note that the ILO does not take responsibility for any costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during the internship. You will be responsible for your own insurance coverage for illness and accidents for the duration of the internship at the duty station (whether Geneva or the field).
Fraud warning:
The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process whether at the application, interview, processing or training stage. Messages originating from a non ILO e-mail account - @ilo.org - should be disregarded. In addition, the ILO does not require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants.