Programme Management - United Nations Human Settlements Programme in Nairobi

Job Title: INTERN - PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT (Urban Economy Branch), I

Department/ Office

United Nations Human Settlements Programme

Duty Station

NAIROBI

Job Opening number

13-PGM-UNHABITAT-27951-R-NAIROBI (O)

United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity

Organizational Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual's background; the intern's assigned office as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

Under the direct supervision of the Urban Economy Branch (office), the intern will perform the following tasks:

Normative work: create tools to support development and implementation of livelihood projects within slum upgrading and housing initiatives and economic empowerment of women in slums; case studies and practice on high job and livelihood impact of housing projects.

Deliverables: case studies write-ups and presentations

Timing/dates:

Technical cooperation work: support UN-Habitat's Participatory Slum Upgrading Programme (PSUP): Embedding livelihood and job creation strategies and projects within the participatory slum upgrading project of UN-Habitat (Sub Sahara Africa).

Deliverables: technical notes

Timing/dates:

Marketing for UN-Habitat's Urban Economy Branch: coherent promotional material to communicate and profile the products and services of UN-Habitat in the areas of urban economy.

Deliverables: presentations, web-site write-ups and interface creation

Timing/dates:

Personal research interest: role of technology and media as well as financing mechanisms in slum upgrading and job creation, particularly in Kenya and East Africa. This is especially relevant at this time with Kenya adopting a new constitution and working on a national slum upgrading policy. Possibly connect with colleagues in the Housing Branch who are working on slum upgrading to explore intersection points including in Kenya.

Deliverables: data analysis, case study research, write-ups and presentations

Timing/dates:

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 Planning & Organizing:
Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies
Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required
Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work
Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning
Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary
Uses time efficiently 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 be enrolled in a degree programme in a graduate school (second university degree or higher); or if pursuing their studies in countries where higher education is not divided into undergraduate and graduate stages, have completed at least four years of full-time studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree.

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; and

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.

Students currently enrolled in Postgraduate studies in Urban Planning preferred. Should also have a first degree in Economics.

Currently enrolled in a Master degree programme in Development Studies, Social Studies, International Relations or related discipline.

Work Experience

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

Languages

Fluency in one of the working languages of the UN Secretariat, English or French, (both oral and written) is required; knowledge of the other is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Assessment Method

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.An accompanying letter (cover note) that includes; Title of degree you are currently studying, Graduation date (when you will be graduating from the 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 letter from your university clearly indicating the status of your enrollment, what programme you are enrolled in and the anticipated date of graduation from the programme.

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

United Nations Considerations

The United Nations shall place 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. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

How to Apply:

https://inspira.un.org/psc/UNCAREERS/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GBL?Page=UN_JOB_DETAIL&Action=A&JobOpeningId=27951&

Deadline:18.05.2013