National Intern for Ending Violence Against Women (EVAW)

Job Posting Organization:
UN Women was established in July 2010 as a response to the United Nations General Assembly's call for a dedicated entity to promote gender equality and empower women. The organization is grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations and works towards eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between women and men. UN Women operates globally, with a presence in multiple countries, including China, where it focuses on various initiatives such as enhancing women's economic empowerment, ending violence against women, and promoting gender equality through innovative approaches. The China Office specifically engages in collaborative efforts with diverse stakeholders to implement frameworks like RESPECT, which aims to prevent violence against women and girls through community-based interventions and awareness campaigns.

Job Overview:
The National Intern for EVAW will work under the direct supervision of the UN Women EVAW analyst and collaborate with relevant program and communication colleagues. The intern will be involved in implementing tasks and activities that support the organization's mission to end violence against women. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in advocacy, communication, and program implementation within the UN system. The intern will contribute to the development of communication materials, assist in advocacy campaigns, and support knowledge management and reporting efforts. The position is designed to enhance the intern's understanding of UN Women’s work, interagency efforts, and the broader UN landscape regarding gender issues, while also developing practical skills in data analysis, communication, and program documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern's responsibilities will include supporting the development of communication materials for events such as the International Symposium on Judicial Concepts and Practices for Women’s Rights Protection, collaborating with judicial sector partners. They will assist in disseminating knowledge products related to EVAW projects in both Chinese and English, contribute to planning advocacy campaigns like the 16 Days of Activism, and help prepare visibility materials that showcase the impact of UN Women’s EVAW programs. Additionally, the intern will consolidate and organize data and impact stories from prevention programs, assist in drafting the China Office Annual Report, and provide technical support in reviewing programmatic documents. Administrative tasks such as arranging meetings, maintaining filing systems, and monitoring reporting requirements will also be part of the role. The intern will undertake other tasks as assigned by the supervisor, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess excellent communication skills in both written and oral English and Chinese. A good knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential. The position is open to Chinese nationals only, and candidates from various educational backgrounds may apply, provided they can demonstrate relevant competencies. The intern should be willing to complete administrative tasks and engage actively in the program's objectives.

Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should have university studies preferably in disciplines such as sociology, law, or women’s studies. However, candidates from other fields may apply if they can justify their qualifications in their cover letter. Applicants must meet one of the following criteria: be enrolled in a graduate school program, be in the final academic year of a first university degree program, have graduated within the last two years, or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program that requires the internship as part of the degree.

Experience:
The internship is designed for individuals who are either currently enrolled in a relevant academic program or have recently graduated. While prior experience in a similar role is not mandatory, any relevant experience in advocacy, communication, or program implementation will be considered an advantage. The intern should be eager to learn and gain practical experience in the field of gender equality and women's empowerment.

Languages:
Proficiency in both English and Chinese is required for this position, as the intern will be involved in communication and reporting tasks in both languages. Knowledge of another UN language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's profile for this role.

Additional Notes:
This internship position is specifically open to Chinese nationals. Interns who do not receive financial support from other sources will receive a stipend from UN Women to help cover basic living costs during the internship. The successful candidate will need to provide proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan, proof of school enrollment or degree, and a scanned copy of their passport or national ID. Due to the high volume of applications, UN Women will only contact successful candidates for further steps in the recruitment process. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks to verify their academic credentials and employment history.