UNFPA ESARO Internship Opportunity

6 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa United Nations Population Fund Full time
About the Role

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to support the Middle Income Country Hub (MIC-Hub) in Johannesburg, South Africa. As a Policy and Programme Support Intern, you will play a crucial role in assisting the MIC-Hub's staff in policy research and development, programme advisory services, and technical cooperation programmes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Monitor trends and new developments in the political, social, and economic environments relevant to sexual and reproductive health and rights, gender equality, and population and development in middle-income countries.
  • Contribute to the preparation of policy briefs, reports, and other research outputs in line with the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action.
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of technical cooperation programmes focused on sustainable financing to strengthen national development planning frameworks.
  • Support the organization of trainings, consultations, and meetings as per the MIC-Hub's annual work plan.
  • Perform other tasks as required by the MIC-Hub and ESARO.
Requirements
  • Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme in a recognized university or have recently graduated with a university degree and start the internship within one year of graduation.
  • Demonstrate interest in the field of development.
  • Demonstrate written and spoken proficiency in English.
  • Demonstrate ability to adapt to new environments and establish good working relations with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
What You Will Gain
  • Increased understanding of the UNFPA and the Programme Division within UNFPA.
  • Knowledge of the UNFPA mandate and policies, including regional set-up.
  • Understanding of UNFPA programme design and delivery mechanisms.
  • Experience working in a multicultural setting.
  • Opportunity to network with UN colleagues.
Financial Aspects

Interns do not receive a salary or any other form of remuneration from UNFPA. The costs associated with an intern's participation in the programme must be assumed either by the nominating institution or by the students themselves.



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