Background Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.Under the overall supervision and guidance of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Turkey ISG Inclusive and Sustainable Growth (ISG) Portfolio, the intern will:
- Providing research, writing and editing support on issues related to program areas of ISG Portfolio
- Assist the preparation of minutes of meetings in Turkish/English and translate short documents from English to Turkish and vice versa and provide interpretation at the meetings when necessary.
- Assist in the administration and implementation of the daily activities of related projects
- Provide administrative and logistical support for the organization of events, workshops, meetings, trainings and conferences.
- Prepare lists and draft short reports and prepare documentation.
- Support portfolio projects on social media and communication related activities
- Support the preparation of newsletters, blogs, e-Discussions or any other knowledge products.
- Other relevant tasks as deemed necessary by the supervisors.
Duties and Responsibilities
(a) Observe all applicable rules, regulations, instructions, procedures and directives of UNDP notwithstanding their status as described in paragraph 7 of this policy;
(b) Provide the receiving office with a copy of all materials prepared by them during the internship. UNDP is entitled to all property rights, including but not limited to patents, copyrights and trademarks, with regards to material that bears a direct relation to, or is made in consequence of, the services provided under the internship. At the request of UNDP, the interns must assist in securing such property rights and transferring them to UNDP in compliance with the requirements of the applicable law;
(c) Respect the impartiality and independence required of the United Nations and of the receiving office and must not seek or accept instructions regarding the services performed under the internship agreement from any Government or from any authority external to UNDP;
(d) Unless otherwise authorized by the receiving office, an intern may not communicate at any time to the media or to any institution, person, Government or any other external party any information that has become known to them by any reason of their association with the United Nations, UNDP or the receiving office, that they know or ought to have known has not been made public. They may not use any such information without the written authorization of the receiving office, and such information may never be used for personal gain. These obligations also apply after the end of the internship with UNDP.
(e) Refrain from any conduct that would adversely reflect on the United Nations, UNDP, or the receiving office and will not engage in any activity which is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations or UNDP;
(f) Comply with local laws and customs, including any taxation requirements
Competencies - Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
- Ability to work under pressure against strict deadlines
- Ability to think out-of-the-box
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Desire to work with and gain the confidence and respect of people with different language, national and cultural backgrounds
Required Skills and Experience - Fluency in English and Turkish
- Excellent research and analytical skills
- Excellent drafting and written and verbal communication skills in both English and Turkish
- Excellent computer literacy in standard software applications (MS Office Suite).
- Proficiency in the use of digital and social media platforms.
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
(a) Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher);
(b) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);
(c) 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.
(d) Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.
Disclaimer A person who is the child or sibling of an UNDP staff member is not eligible to apply for an internship at UNDP. An applicant who bears any other family relationship with a UNDP staff member may be engaged as an intern, provided that they must neither be assigned to the same work unit of the staff member nor be placed under the direct or indirect supervision of the staff member
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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