Pooled Fund Management Intern

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations (UN) Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) is a vital part of the United Nations Secretariat. Established to bring together humanitarian actors, OCHA ensures a coherent response to emergencies and provides a framework for each actor to contribute effectively to overall response efforts. The mission of OCHA is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors, aiming to alleviate human suffering during disasters and emergencies. OCHA advocates for the rights of people in need, promotes preparedness and prevention, and facilitates sustainable solutions. The organization operates globally, engaging with various stakeholders to enhance humanitarian responses.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is based in New York and offers flexible work arrangements, including full-time, part-time, hybrid, remote, or in-person options. Interns will support a variety of functions related to the OCHA-managed Pooled Funds, which include the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) and the Country and Regional Humanitarian Funds. The role involves preparing analyses, background materials, talking points, and key messages. Interns will engage with stakeholders and contribute to drafting reports, briefings, policy guidelines, and official communications for donors and senior management. This position provides an opportunity to participate in all aspects of the Pooled Fund Management Branch under the guidance and supervision of a designated supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for a range of duties, including: preparing or contributing to various written reports, documents, and communications; drafting sections of studies, background papers, policy guidelines, briefings, case studies, and presentations; preparing background information, talking points, and key messages related to OCHA’s Pooled Funds for senior management briefing materials; supporting outreach and dialogue with key stakeholders, including other UN agencies and NGOs; reviewing and providing support on policy issues related to OCHA’s Pooled Funds; participating in work groups, meetings, conferences, and consultations with other agencies and partners on oversight and compliance matters; maintaining internal databases and updating contact lists; and performing other duties as required.

Required Qualifications:
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or (b) have completed the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s degree or equivalent).

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes either enrollment in or completion of a graduate school programme or completion of the final academic year of a first university degree programme. This indicates that candidates should have a strong academic foundation relevant to humanitarian affairs, international relations, or a related field.

Experience:
While specific prior experience is not mandated, candidates should demonstrate relevant academic knowledge and skills that align with the responsibilities of the internship. Experience in humanitarian work, research, or policy analysis would be beneficial but is not a strict requirement.

Languages:
Fluency in English (Level II) is required for this position, as it is one of the official working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Additionally, knowledge of French (Level 1) is also required, reflecting the bilingual nature of the UN's operations.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations, meaning that they will not receive a salary for their work. All costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of the interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. Furthermore, the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, ensuring a transparent and fair selection process.