Internship in ICT4D

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency that works in over 190 countries and territories to promote the rights and well-being of every child. The organization is dedicated to reaching the most disadvantaged children, saving lives, defending their rights, and helping them realize their potential. In Togo, UNICEF is focused on creating a nation worthy of children, guided by the principles of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, which Togo signed on August 1, 199

• The Lomé office is committed to advocating for children's rights and helping them achieve their potential, aiming to change the country's vision regarding children.

Job Overview:
The internship program at UNICEF Togo aims to create a pool of human resources with initial work experience aligned with UNICEF's organizational culture and conditions. The program particularly emphasizes national internships, focusing on recruiting female interns. It offers students and recent graduates from academic backgrounds the opportunity to enhance their skills through a professional work framework and mentorship. Interns at UNICEF gain experiential learning opportunities in the humanitarian sector and significant internship experience that supports their academic, professional, and personal development. The ICT4D unit ensures that every staff member has access to a robust, resilient, and secure ICT infrastructure, digitalizing operational processes to maximize UNICEF's impact on the ground and reach more children through information and communication technologies and artificial intelligence. This internship specifically aims to provide youth with a unique opportunity for practical training in an environment where scientific studies, particularly in information and communication technologies, are meaningful.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The selected intern will have the opportunity to work on various themes, including network interconnection management, application design, and user support. The intern will be expected to assist in the implementation of ICT projects, support the development of applications, and provide technical assistance to users. Responsibilities may also include participating in team meetings, contributing to project planning, and collaborating with other staff members to ensure the effective use of ICT resources within UNICEF's operations. The intern will be involved in hands-on tasks that will enhance their understanding of ICT in a humanitarian context and provide them with valuable experience in a professional setting.

Required Qualifications:
To be considered for an internship at UNICEF, candidates must meet the following criteria: be at least 18 years old; be enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral program, or be a recent graduate who obtained their degree within the last two years; have a strong academic record demonstrated by recent academic documents; have no relatives in the direct line of authority of the internship supervisor; and not have been disqualified under UNICEF's child safeguarding standards. Proficiency in French is required, and knowledge of English is an asset. A commitment to UNICEF's causes is a significant advantage.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field of computer science. Students in their third year of undergraduate studies in computer science may also qualify for this internship. A strong command of French is required, along with a good knowledge of English. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

Experience:
The internship is designed for individuals who are either currently enrolled in a relevant academic program or have recently graduated. Therefore, prior professional experience is not mandatory, but any relevant experience in ICT or related fields will be considered an advantage. The internship aims to provide practical experience to those who may not have had the opportunity to work in a professional environment before.

Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory, and a good command of English is considered an asset. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is also advantageous and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
The internship duration is three (03) months, from December 2025 to February 202

• The placement will be at the UNICEF office in Lomé, and the selected candidate must provide proof of medical insurance covering the entire internship period. The intern is expected to work 40 hours per week and is entitled to 2.5 days of leave per month, including for medical reasons. The intern will receive a monthly allowance paid by the hiring office and a per diem according to UN applicable rates for missions outside their duty station. The intern will be provided with necessary work equipment during their internship.