United Nations Population Fund
Job title:
Intern, Leave No One Behind, Gender, Human Rights and Inclusion Branch, Programme Division
Company
United Nations Population Fund
Job description
- Level: Internships / fellowships
- Contract type: Internship
- Closing date: 15 Mar 2025 12:59 PM (America/New_York)
- Duty station: New York, USA
Job title: Intern
Location: UNFPA, 605 3rd Ave., New York, NY, 10158
Full/Part-time: Full-time
Remote/In person: In person
Duration: 16 March – 15 August 2025Internship offering is limited to candidates applying from within the duty station of the hiring unit.The Position:Under the direct supervision of the UNFPA Global Coordinator for Leave No One Behind, the intern will support the development and implementation of the activities of the Leave No One Behind unit, in particular as it relates to research and collection of data and evidence, as well as the implementation of other flagship programs focused on People of African Descent, Indigenous Peoples and other marginalized and discriminated against groups, to ensure we leave no one behind in the fulfilment of the ICPD PoA and UNFPAs three transformative results.A work plan with achievements for the duration of the Internship and learning opportunities will be agreed upon. Periodic progress meetings will lead to a beneficial environment for the Intern, enhancing the intern’s skills and capacity in areas related to UNFPA’s mandate, including ensuring we leave No One Behind.About UNFPA and How You Can Make a Difference:UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person’s potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments to accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Under the 2030 agenda principle of Leave No One Behind, UNFPA is working to advance equity for People of African Descent, People with Disabilities, Indigenous People, and LGBTQI+ population groups who face limited access to quality sexual and reproductive health services, intersectional forms of discrimination and inequalities. Taking that into account, the UNFPA LNOB team is partnering with several member states, other UN agencies and civil society organizations to combat the disparities.
UNFPA seeks an intern to support the Leave No One Behind Team in delivering high-impact results during upcoming sessions and events.You would be responsible for:The overall goal of the internship is to contribute to UNFPA’s efforts to ensure that no one is left behind in the fulfilment of the ICPD. Programme of Action and the achievement of UNFPA’s three transformative results: zero preventable maternal deaths, zero unmet need for family planning, and zero gender-based violence and harmful practices.The intern will particularly support the following activities of the UNFPA’s Leave No One Behind unit:
Support work related to data and evidence focused on marginalized groups to identify barriers to sexual and reproductive health and rights and other services.
Support the development of evidence-based communication and advocacy related materials that champion the inclusion of marginalized groups in policies and programs, using research to support advocacy efforts.
Support the implementation of UNFPA’s core programs by coordinating with partners, providing logistical support, and monitoring progress.
Document and share lessons learned and best practices, maintain a resource database, draft knowledge products, and participate in knowledge-sharing events.
Contribute to joint advocacy initiatives, attend meetings, and prepare briefing materials to support UNFPA’s partnerships to advance rights and choices for all and in support of leaving no one behind.Eligibility:Education Requirements:Applicants to UNFPA’s internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as a bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (A) and (B) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation;
Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship programme and undertake the internship as part of this programme.Other Requirements:
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme. However, some experience in working with development agencies, including in a volunteer capacity is desired.
Fluency in English. Knowledge of other UN language(s) is an asset.
Strong analytical and writing skills are a must
Previous experience in related work, including projects and LNOB approach desirable
Initiative, sound judgment, and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members from different national and cultural backgrounds are a mustAn individual whose father, mother, son, daughter, brother, or sister is a UNFPA staff member is not eligible for an internship with UNFPA.Learning Elements:Upon completion of the assignment, and depending on its duration, the Intern will gain the following knowledge assets:
Increased understanding of the principle of Leave No One Behind its operational approach and interventions.
Understand the UNFPA’s initiative for people of African descent, Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities.
Learn SRHR, LNOB and other UN technical language, working procedures, and coordination mechanisms.
Understand the dynamics of operational and programme support and communications to external and internal stakeholders.
Write and formulate substantive documents related to UNFPA mandate.
Network with UN colleagues and Civil Society Organizations.
Work experience as a team member in a multicultural setting.Financial Aspects:Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern’s participation in the programme must be assumed either by the nominating institution, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students, or by the students themselves, who will have to meet living expenses as well as make their own arrangements for accommodation, travel and other requirements. However, they receive a stipend to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, if not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation, or scholarship programme. The stipend is based on the intern’s agreed place of work, which may be different from the duty station of the hiring office in cases of remote arrangements.In addition, applicants must have medical insurance for the duration of the internship. Proof of insurance will need to be submitted before the internship begins. UNFPA does not provide medical insurance for interns.UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA’s workforce – click here to learn more.Disclaimer:UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants’ bank accounts.How to Apply:Interested candidates, please send CVs and Cover letter to by 15 March 2025:Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.Related JobsPaginationBack to pageJobsFooter menu© All rights reserved 2025.Follow usJoin our mailing listWe use cookies and other identifiers to help improve your online experience. By using our website you agree to this, see our
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