Intern - Environment Affairs [temporary]

Il y a 2 mois

Paris, France United Nations Temps plein

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system, and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

This intern opportunity is located within the Consumption and Production unit at UNEP.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment. Its Industry and Economy Division provides solutions to decision-makers and helps change the business environment by offering platforms for multi

The Consumption and Production Unit, Resources and Markets Branch of the Industry and Economy Division promotes Resource Efficiency and Sustainable Consumption and Production (SCP) in governments and businesses worldwide. One focus area of the Unit is to build circularity in sectors (electronics, plastics, têxtile, etc.), by mapping sectoral value chains at global level, identifying hotspots along those value chains and implementing interventions, as well as convening relevant stakeholders to promote and upscale circularity solution.

This intern post is located in the Consumption and Production Unit at the Paris duty station, supporting the work on circular economy in the plastic sector.

The internship will last for a duration of six (6) months.
The Internship is unpaid and full-time. The selected intern will work remotely with the team.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.

**Responsibilities**:
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officers, the intern will:

- Provide day-to-day support (drafting of documents, minutes, and presentations, etc.) for projects on plastics managed by the Unit.
- Assist with research and data collection on themes related to circular economy, resource efficiency, hotspot analysis, and related themes according to the needs of the projects.
- Contribute towards the Unit’s communications activities and assist with preparing outreach with stakeholders and partners.
- Assist with the logístical preparation of meetings, events, and webinars organized by the unit.
- Assist with cross-unit collaboration opportunities.
- Perform other tasks as required.

Competencies
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-Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience-Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed

Teamwork: -Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals-Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others-Places team agenda before personal agenda-Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position-Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings

Client Orientation: -Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view-Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect-Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions-Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems-Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects-Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client

Education
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 first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
c. Have graduated with a university degree

Studies in Environmental Policy/Management/Sciences/Engineering; International Affairs/Relations, preferably related to sustainable development issues are required.

Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

Work Experience

Languages
English 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 desirable.

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