United Nations Environment Programme Intern - Environment Affairs Research,Jobs in Kenya

United Nations Environment Programme Intern - Environment Affairs Research,Jobs in Kenya

Org. Setting and Reporting

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 mandate is to coordinate the development of environmental policy consensus by keeping the global environment under review and bringing emerging issues to the attention of governments and the international community for action.

This Internship position is located at the UNEP office in Nairobi, Kenya. with the intended purpose of supporting the coordination and implementation of UNEP activities in the Africa office under the Regional Coordinator for Environmental Law and Governance.

The Internship is for 3-6 months and UNPAID. Interns work five days per week (35-40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.


Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.

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.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Africa Regional Coordinator for Environmental Law and Governance the intern will:

• Assist the UNEP Africa Office and other relevant UNEP Divisions with developing a legal research paper on environmental aspects of mineral resource governance, particularly sand and sand mining in Africa
• Assist the Africa Office, under the auspices of a project of the UNEP Law Division, with developing a legal research paper on procedural environmental rights in Africa
• Assist the Africa Office, under the auspices of a project of the UNEP Law Division, with preparations for the launch and roll out of a forthcoming publication on the environmental rule of law
• Assist with tasks related to the implementation of the United Nations Environment Assembly resolution 5/12 on the environmental aspects of minerals and metals management, particularly in preparation for an Africa regional intergovernmental consultation on the resolution
• Assist the Africa Office in the implementation of other tasks related to environmental law and governance

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

An advanced university degree (Master’s or Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in Environmental Law, Environmental Policy or International Law is required.


Work Experience

No working experience is required to apply for the United Nations Internship Programme. Your training, education, advance course work or skills should benefit the United Nations during your internship.

Undergraduate or graduate degree in law (LLB/post graduate diploma in law). Specialization in environmental law, environmental policy, or international law is required.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position(s) advertised, fluency in English is required.

Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.

Assessment

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Environment Programme Intern - Environment Affairs Research,Jobs in Kenya

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