United Nations
Job title:
INTERN – PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Company
United Nations
Job description
In person in New York or remote, full time or part time modalities would be considered.Expected durationExpected duration: 3-6 months.Desired start date: 21 March 2024Duties and ResponsibilitiesPurpose Implementation of the students’ studies recommendation. OSCM offers internship opportunities in Project Management. Our interns work as full members of our team, pursue projects that are designed to make a significant difference, and have opportunities to learn about the United Nations overall. Org Background These positions are located in the Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM) in the Department of Operational Support (DOS). The Office of Supply Chain Management includes the Office of the Assistant Secretary General for Supply Chain Management, Logistics Division, the Procurement Division, the Uniformed Capabilities Support Division, , Global Service Centre, Aviation Safety Section and the Enabling and Outreach Service. OSCM is committed to building efficient, agile, responsive, accountable, end-to-end uniformed capabilities and supply chain solutions for all our global partners and clients. Supply Chain Management covers a wide scope of services including supply chain planning and performance management, logistical support, procurement, vendor management and supplier diversity, aviation safety, and uniformed capabilities support. In addition to operational services and support, OSCM also provides advisory services and guidance to nearly 100 client entities globally, as well as to troop and police contributing countries (T/PCCs). The incumbent will report to the relevant Supervisor. Duties and Responsibilities OSCM offers internship opportunities with a unique blend in Project Management and Data Administration. The Project Management intern will perform the following: •Supports project management activities, including planning, scheduling, documenting, and coordinating project tasks ensuring accuracy. •Assists in tracking project progress and timely completion of deliverables on a daily, weekly, and/or bi-weekly basis. •Efficiently manages time and meets deadlines, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities. •Leverages Agile Principles to analyze project tasks, timelines, and deliverables for project continuity. •Coordinate weekly updates for key projects, integrating team inputs into internal systems for records. •Develops and deliver presentations to communicate project updates and findings to the management and higher personnels. •Collaborates with cross-functional divisions to ensure organizational/ departmental objectives are met with timely communication and updates. •Translates data results into written reports, or presentations to convey information to management. •Prepares and update drafts of meeting agendas, document notes, and assign tasks as relevant. •Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members and internal stakeholders, and ability to create reports and present data findings clearly. •Provides support in organizing meetings and events, including assistance with logistics, drafting background materials, and assisting with follow-ups, including summarizing key points and action items. •Supports team members with data cleaning from primary or secondary sources and maintaining databases/data systems. •Creates simple data visualizations for internal or external use independently. •Has the ability to identify issues and develops solutions, utilizing analytical thinking to analyze data and draw meaningful insights. •Has basic knowledge of Human Resources processes such as talent acquisition and workforce planning with an understanding of HR policies and compliance requirements. • Has knowledge of advanced key business tools (e.g. Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, and XLOOKUP, PowerPoint, Word). Knowledge of analytics tools (e.g. Microsoft SharePoint, PowerBI, Tableau, Visio). Training Components and Learning Elements. •Gain a broad understanding of the operations of the UN System. •Develop and deliver presentations to communicate projects and findings. •Enhance skills in Project and Programme Management •Work with different stakeholders and clients to meet organizational objectivesQualifications/special skillsEducation: To qualify for an internship with the UN, applicants must meet one of the following requirements: (a) be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher). (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a university degree programme (minimum bachelor’s level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree (as defined above). No work experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advanced course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. •The preferred candidate would have a degree or pursuing studies preferably in the areas of Project Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems Management, or a related field. •Experience using Office 365 applications, including Outlook, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint for document management is required. •Experience in drafting reports, presentations, and presenting findings is desirable. •Experience in data collection, analysis and visualization is desirable. •Experience as an advanced Microsoft Excel user is desirable. •Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision in a complex environment is an asset No work experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advanced course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship. Have you completed an UN Internship before? If yes, please include the UN entity, as well as the assignment dates. Knowledge of data analysis tools is desirable. Communication • Speaks and writes clearly and effectively • Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately • Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication • Tailor’s language, tone, style, and format to match the audience • Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed Planning and Organizing • Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies • Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required • Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work • Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning • Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary Technological Awareness • Actively seeks to apply emerging technology across tasks • Keeps abreast of available technology • Understands applicability and opportunities of technology for the organizationLanguagesEnglish and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.Additional InformationVisa and Work Authorization Mandatory Requirements: For internships in the United States of America, persons who are not United States citizens, permanent residents or on another non-immigrant (such as F1 or J1 visa) status, will be required to obtain a G4 visa. The selected person will be responsible for ensuring that they have a valid visa, and approved employment authorization (CPT/OPT/AT), allowing them to undertake the internship.Intern Specific textInterns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
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Location
New York City, NY
Job date
Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:51:05 GMT
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