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Position Title: Intern
Location: Kigali
Country: Rwanda
Deadline Date:

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) operates in approximately 170 countries and territories, focusing on eradicating poverty and reducing inequalities and exclusion. Established to help countries develop policies, leadership skills, and institutional capabilities, UNDP aims to build resilience for sustainable development results. The organization is committed to supporting countries in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, emphasizing the principle of leaving no one behind. UNDP's core areas of focus include sustainable development, democratic governance and peacebuilding, and climate and disaster resilience. The organization promotes human rights and the empowerment of marginalized groups, including women and minorities. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are fundamental principles at UNDP, which values the representation of underserved populations and encourages applications from individuals belonging to marginalized or excluded groups. UNDP maintains a strict policy against sexual exploitation, harassment, and discrimination, ensuring that all selected candidates undergo thorough reference and background checks.

Job Overview:
The internship-position" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">internship position at the UNDP RR Office in Rwanda is designed for a graduate or final-year university student who is interested in gaining practical work experience. The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision of the Resident Representative (RR) and will be responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient functioning of the RR office. This role will involve managing the RR's calendar, coordinating appointments and meetings, and facilitating communication within the office and with external stakeholders. The intern will also assist in maintaining filing systems, managing information flow, and supporting various office activities as needed. This internship is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to enhance their skills in project management, communication, and organizational tasks while contributing to the mission of UNDP.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The intern will have a variety of responsibilities, including:

• Ensuring effective and efficient functioning of the Resident Representative (RR) office (70% of the role). This includes maintaining the RR's calendar, managing contacts with high-ranking visitors, arranging appointments and meetings, and following up on briefing materials for meetings and missions.
• Providing effective communications support to facilitate the essential flow of information (20% of the role). This involves maintaining both paper and electronic filing systems, coordinating information flow within the office, and ensuring timely follow-up on deadlines and commitments.
• Supporting other ad hoc activities as needed (10% of the role). This may include assisting with special projects or tasks as directed by the RR. The intern will also be expected to demonstrate competencies such as project management knowledge, excellent writing skills, data analysis abilities, and a strong understanding of gender and development issues.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must be currently in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree program, currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program, or have graduated no more than one year ago from a Master’s degree or equivalent studies. The field of study should be related to Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a similar subject. Additionally, candidates should possess strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft tools (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and familiarity with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and In-Design is considered an asset. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, in English are required, while proficiency in Kinyarwanda and French is an asset. Knowledge of other UN languages is also advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this internship includes being in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in a Master’s degree program. Alternatively, candidates who have graduated from a Master’s degree or equivalent studies within the last year are also eligible. The preferred fields of study include Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or other related subjects at the university level.

Experience:
The position is aimed at individuals who are either in their final year of study or have recently graduated, indicating that the level of experience required is minimal. However, candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in gaining practical experience in an international organization and possess relevant skills that align with the duties and responsibilities outlined in the job description.

Languages:
The mandatory language requirement for this position is excellent communication skills in English, both written and oral. Additionally, proficiency in Kinyarwanda and French is considered an asset, while knowledge of other UN languages is advantageous but not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
The internship will provide a monthly stipend in accordance with the UNDP Internship Policy. Interns are responsible for all expenses related to the internship, including travel, accommodation, and health insurance. They must provide proof of enrollment in a health insurance plan. Interns are expected to work full-time, although some flexibility may be allowed for educational commitments. It is important to note that interns are not eligible to apply for or be appointed to any post in UNDP during the internship period. Furthermore, UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, and all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.