Apply by: September 3, 2014
Organization: United Nations Development Programme
Under the direct supervision of Policy Advisor, HIV, Rights and Governance UNDP APRC, and the technical guidance of Human Rights & Advocacy Officer UNDP APRC, the intern will provide the following support to the organization of the LGBT Regional Dialogue which will be held during 25-27 February 2015 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Under the direct supervision of Policy Advisor, HIV, Rights and Governance UNDP APRC, and the technical guidance of Human Rights & Advocacy Officer UNDP APRC, the intern will provide the following support to the organization of the LGBT Regional Dialogue which will be held during 25-27 February 2015 in Bangkok, Thailand.
- Engage and build working relationships with LGBT organizations and advocates;
- Assist in the organization of a regional dialogue consisting of LGBT organization representatives, advocates, human rights defenders, National Human Rights Institutions, and government experts;
- Assist the officers and supervisors in coordinating with partners and stakeholders;
- Assist in all aspects leading up to the regional dialogue including collaborating with regional partners on the agenda and organization of the dialogue, among other administrative tasks;
- Assist in the development of concept notes, policy papers, and contribute to knowledge products as necessary; and
- Disseminate knowledge, multimedia and new technology products and resources amongst LGBT, human rights and other civil society or development organizations.
Competencies
Core competencies:
- Demonstrate commitment to the UN’s core values;
- Respects individual, gender and cultural differences in dealing with others;
- Treat all people fairly without favoritism.
Functional Competencies:
- Effective communications skills and computer skills;
- Produce quality outputs in a timely manner when assigned a given task;
- Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
- Ability to remain calm, in control and good humored even under pressure and tight deadlines;
- Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
- Provide support to others who request advice or help;
- Ability to work and act under pressure and with discretion in a politically sensitive environment.
Required Skills and Experience
Eligibility
Education:
- Current enrollment in a Master’s degree or equivalent in International Relations, Political Science, Law, Human Rights, Public Health, Communications or other related fields;
- Note that candidates who have graduated are not eligible for internship.
Experience:
- Understanding of and links with the LGBT community would be an advantage;
- Experience in programme administration and event organization would be an advantage;
- Experience working with NGO/SCO/GO on human rights issues would be an advantage.
Language:
- Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
Interns’ Expenses:
Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. All costs connected with an intern’s participation in the Programme must be borne by: the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his/her own arrangements for travel (including to and from the office), visas, accommodation, etc.
Subsequent Employment:
The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern’s studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship.