Intern Programme Management, Event Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (UNODET) was established on January 1, 202

• Its mission is to advise the senior leadership of the United Nations on key trends in technology, guiding the strategic approach taken by the Organization on such issues. UNODET serves as an advocate and focal point for digital cooperation, engaging with Member States, the technology industry, civil society, and other stakeholders. The organization facilitates multi-stakeholder policy dialogue on digital and emerging technologies and strengthens system-wide coordination within and across the United Nations system. It also supports the follow-up and implementation of the Global Digital Compact, aiming to enhance global digital cooperation and mitigate risks associated with technology. UNODET operates with a focus on achieving the Goals by 2030 and carries out various duties assigned by the Secretary-General, including actions from the Secretary-General's Roadmap for Digital Cooperation and the report "Our Common Agenda."

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position is located within UNODET and offers a project-based opportunity for interns to contribute to one of two tracks: Event Planning and Coordination or Stakeholder Engagement and Policy Coordination. Interns will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of high-level UN events, including the Global Dialogue on AI Governance. Responsibilities include assisting with event logistics, participant management, and preparing essential materials such as background notes and session summaries. In the Stakeholder Engagement track, interns will engage with various stakeholders to promote awareness and participation in the Global Digital Compact (GDC) implementation, contribute to UN coordination on digital technologies, and monitor developments in relevant UN mechanisms. Interns are expected to indicate their preferred track in their motivation statement.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Interns will be responsible for supporting the planning and coordination of UN high-level events, including logistics, participant management, and preparation of materials. They will assist in coordinating across multiple partners to ensure timely delivery of outputs. In the Stakeholder Engagement track, interns will engage stakeholders to promote GDC implementation, assist in organizing consultations and briefings, attend relevant UN meetings, prepare meeting notes, and monitor developments in UN mechanisms. They will also develop content for the GDC online platform and contribute to internal briefing materials and reports for senior officials.

Required Qualifications:
To qualify for the internship, applicants must be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent) or in the final academic year of a university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level). Alternatively, applicants may have graduated with a university degree as defined above. Candidates should pursue studies in fields such as International Relations, Political Affairs, Law, Economics, Public or Business Administration, Technology Governance, Data Governance, Internet Governance, Communications, Media Studies, or Sociology. Familiarity with technological governance and excellent organizational skills are also required.

Educational Background:
Candidates should have a relevant educational background, preferably in areas such as International Relations, Political Affairs, Law, Economics, Public or Business Administration, Technology Governance, Data Governance, Internet Governance, Communications, Media Studies, or Sociology. Applicants must meet the educational requirements set by the United Nations Headquarters Internship Programme, which includes being enrolled in a graduate program or having completed a relevant degree.

Experience:
Interns should possess experience in supporting the organization of meetings, events, or multi-stakeholder processes. Experience with website content management and digital communication platforms is also desirable. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as interns will engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Languages:
Fluency in English is required for this position, as English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is considered an advantage, enhancing the candidate's profile for the internship.

Additional Notes:
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations, and all costs related to 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 Switzerland may need to obtain the appropriate visa and work authorization. It is important for successful candidates to discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer. The United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process.