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Internship in the Department of Science and Technology at the United Nations in Lebanon 2020

Internship in the Department of Science and Technology at the United Nations in Lebanon 2020

Lebanon 31 Dec 2020
United Nations

United Nations

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31 Dec 2020
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The United Nations offers an internship opportunity in the Department of Science and Technology of the Office of the Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA) in Beirut for a period of two months, on a full-time basis - this may be exceptionally extended for a maximum period of six months. It is awarded on the recommendation of the Director of the respective Division. Interns will work under the supervision of a staff member for 35 hours over five days a week and reports directly to the Director of TDD.

Note: The Intern is responsible for all expenses related to the internship. ESCWA accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness incurred during an internship. Therefore, upon awarding an internship, candidates will be required to sign a statement confirming their understanding and acceptance of the conditions of service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conducting research on issues relating to a range of topics, such as the Information Society, technology for sustainable development, Innovation for Sustainable Development, Science Technology & Innovation (STI), ICT policies, Internet Governance, Knowledge-based economies and TDD general areas of work.
  • Drafting relevant content for posting on the website of the Organization, as well as its social media channels and performing quality control.
  • Attending and taking notes at expert group meetings and workshops.
  • Attending team meetings.
  • Performs other duties assigned.

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants at the time of application must meet one of the following requirements:

  • Be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
  • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent); or
  • Have graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation;
  • Be computer literate in standard software applications, in particular, Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Have a 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.
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Arabic is required.

Note: This program does not require prior work experience.

Required Competencies:

  • Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; tailors’ language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
  • Technological Awareness – Keeps abreast of available technology; - understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; - actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows a willingness to learn new technology.
  • Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programs or services; offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas; thinks “outside the box”; takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things; is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
  • 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.

The United Nations:

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945. It is currently made up of 193 Member States. The mission and work of the UN is guided by the purposes and principles contained in its Founding Charter. The United Nations has been supporting Yemen for 60 years and is working on development, humanitarian, and political issues.

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