Programme Support Intern

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women is an entity of the United Nations established in July 2010, with the mission to advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women globally. It was created as part of the UN reform agenda to consolidate resources and mandates for greater impact in the area of gender equality. UN Women merges the work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system that focused on gender issues, namely DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW, and UNIFEM. The organization operates in multiple countries, including Pakistan, where it implements various programs aimed at promoting women's rights and gender equality. UN Women is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment, ensuring that all employment decisions are based on qualifications and competence, free from discrimination.

Job Overview:
The Programme Support Intern position at UN Women in Karachi is designed to provide practical exposure to the implementation of programs within the United Nations system, specifically focusing on gender equality and women's empowerment. The intern will play a crucial role in supporting various program teams by providing technical and administrative assistance. This includes conducting research, maintaining program-related documentation, and assisting in the coordination of meetings and events. The internship aims to enhance the intern's understanding of UN Women’s priorities and the broader UN framework while developing essential skills in program planning, monitoring, and reporting. The intern will also gain insights into the importance of evidence-based management in program delivery and will have the opportunity to engage with various stakeholders, including government counterparts and civil society organizations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for providing day-to-day support to assigned teams across UN Women projects. This includes compiling and organizing program-related information, maintaining records and trackers, and assisting in desk research on relevant themes such as gender equality and women's empowerment. The intern will help prepare background notes, briefs, and meeting materials, as well as monitor and document program activities. Coordination of meetings, workshops, and events will also be part of the role, including preparing agendas and action points. The intern will assist in the quality review of program documents and reports, compile inputs for periodic reporting, and help develop communication materials. Additionally, the intern will maintain electronic program files and support information exchange with internal teams and stakeholders, undertaking other program-related tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must have university studies in fields such as gender studies, international development, public policy, social sciences, political science, economics, public administration, communications, business administration, or international relations. They should meet one of the following criteria: be enrolled in a graduate program, be in the final year of a bachelor's degree, have graduated within the last two years, or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program that includes the internship as part of its requirements. Strong research, analytical, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to organize information and maintain accurate records. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is also required, and an interest in gender equality and women's rights is important.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes university studies in relevant fields such as gender studies, international development, public policy, social sciences, political science, economics, public administration, communications, business administration, or international relations. Candidates should either be enrolled in a graduate program, be in their final year of a bachelor's degree, have graduated within the last two years, or be part of a postgraduate professional traineeship program that includes the internship as a requirement.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have some level of experience, which can be gained through academic projects, internships, or volunteer work related to gender equality, women's rights, or development. While specific years of experience are not mandated, familiarity with program implementation and support in a multicultural environment is beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Additionally, having a working knowledge of another UN language is considered an advantage, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in a diverse workplace.

Additional Notes:
The internship is unpaid, but interns who do not receive financial support from other sources will receive a stipend from UN Women for the duration of the internship. Candidates must provide proof of school enrollment or degree and a scanned copy of their national ID. The application process includes sharing a one-minute pitch on why the candidate would like to join UN Women, tagged to UN Women Pakistan on LinkedIn. The organization emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims, including discrimination and harassment, and all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.