UNSGSA Intern

Job title:

UNSGSA Intern

Company

United Nations Development Programme

Job description

• Assist the team in planning and implementing the high-level advocacy initiatives led by H.M. Queen Maxima in her role as the UNSGSA.

• Draft timely and high-quality background papers, briefing notes, talking points, and analysis for the Office of the UNSGSA on issues related to financial inclusion for positive development outcomes.
• Provide research and analytical support on topics relevant to financial inclusion and financial health.
• Support the Office in the organization of UNSGSA high-level meetings with Governments, UN entities, intergovernmental organizations and other key partners.
• Attend relevant UN and financial sector meetings to follow relevant global policy dialogue efforts.
• Support the coordination of meetings with key stakeholders, preparing meeting notes/takeaways, and correspondence.

2. Support Office management and daily operations.

• Provide general office logistical and administrative support to high-level meetings and advocacy activities organized by the UNSGSA’s office.
• Provide administrative support for accurate office documentation, communications and daily operational matters.
• Support the organization of high-level events. Assist in various aspects of event planning, logistics, coordination, and event execution.
• Help with stakeholder outreach, including Member States, UN agencies, development partners and others.
• Support other ad hoc activities as needed in the realm of office administration, operations, and technical activities.

Required Skills and ExperienceEducation:(Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements):

• currently enrolled in a Master’s degree; or
• have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a Master’s degree or equivalent studies.

Field of study: ​​Economics, Finance, Political Science, International Development, Business Management, Behavioral Science, international relations ​​ or equivalent.Experience:

• Knowledge in international relations and international development, financial health, financial inclusion, and multilateral organizations.
• Prior relevant work experience is desirable, particularly in financial inclusion, financial health and international development policy.
• Experience working with high-level stakeholders, such as government officials and representatives from international organizations, is desirable.

Language skills:

• ​​​Fluency in English is​​ required;
• Knowledge of other UN languages especially French and Spanish is an advantage.

Other competencies and attitude:

• Experience producing analytical work related to international development, financial sector development, enabling environment for business, and related topics.
• Demonstrated experience with qualitative and quantitative economic analysis.
• Excellent research and analytical skills including producing analytical summaries and presentations for senior colleagues.
• Strong drafting and written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong computer literacy in standard software applications (MS Office Suite) and data analysis (Excel and related data management software).
• Capacity to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines even in imperfect conditions and thrive as part of a small and fast-moving team.
• Success working independently and as a member of a team, and with partners in other time zones and from diverse and multi-cultural contexts.
• Displays the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion and integrity.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Interest working for an international institution and in the financial health sector.

DisclaimerUnder US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Expected salary

Location

New York

Job date

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 23:12:07 GMT

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