Intern - Data Analysis and Monitoring

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 committed to eliminating discrimination against women and girls, empowering women, and achieving equality between women and men. UN Women operates globally, with a mission to integrate gender perspectives into all aspects of development, human rights, humanitarian action, and peace and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security. The organization works in numerous countries, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure that women's rights are recognized and upheld. UN Women is known for its strategic planning and effectiveness in managing resources to achieve its goals, ensuring transparency and accountability in its operations.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position within UN Women focuses on data analysis and monitoring, providing an opportunity for the intern to engage in strategic planning and results-based management. The intern will work under the direct supervision of the Data Analysis and Monitoring Specialist, contributing to various projects that involve data analysis, visualization, and communication of results. The role is designed to enhance the intern's understanding of how data can influence decision-making and improve the effectiveness of UN Women’s programs. The intern will gain hands-on experience in using data analytics tools, developing dashboards, and creating compelling narratives that showcase the impact of UN Women’s initiatives. This position is ideal for individuals looking to deepen their knowledge of data-driven communication within the UN system and to participate in innovative discussions around data and technology solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will be responsible for a range of tasks, including: conducting targeted data analysis related to baselines, milestones, targets, results, and financial data from various UN Women offices; contributing to the design and updating of Power BI dashboards that display UN Women’s performance; supporting the development of AI-powered tools for data collection and reporting; collaborating with colleagues to create visual presentations and briefs; maintaining and updating data-related intranet pages; selecting and drafting engaging results stories from annual reports; creating data visualizations and infographics for external reports; and participating in innovation discussions to contribute ideas on data and technology solutions. The intern will also be expected to engage in workshops and seminars to broaden their learning experience.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess strong analytical and administrative skills, excellent writing and communication abilities, and the capacity to translate complex topics into simple language. The ideal intern should demonstrate a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Proficiency in IT skills, particularly in web content management systems, Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint, is essential. Familiarity with gender issues and the UN system is also advantageous. The intern should be proactive, able to work independently, and possess strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Educational Background:
Applicants must have university studies in relevant disciplines such as data science, statistics, international development, or data communications. Candidates should 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 program.

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 data analysis or monitoring is beneficial, it is not strictly required. The focus is on providing an opportunity for learning and professional development within the UN context.

Languages:
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral, are mandatory. A working knowledge of another UN language is considered an advantage, enhancing the intern's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to UN Women’s global initiatives.

Additional Notes:
The internship is unpaid, but UN Women provides a stipend to assist with basic living costs for those not receiving financial support from other sources. Interns are required to provide proof of enrollment in a valid health insurance plan, proof of school enrollment or degree, a scanned copy of their passport or national ID, and a copy of a valid visa if applicable. The organization emphasizes diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on qualifications and competence. UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy for misconduct and expects all selected candidates to adhere to its policies and standards of conduct.