Intern - Information Technology, I at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Information Technology Officer, the intern will work with and learn from a team of experienced professionals in the area of information technology and conference support and will be offered the opportunity to:

• Assist in updating the Montreal Protocol Handbook on the website and update of the printable version in InDesign;
• Participate in the development of new web applications and web functionalities;
• Review and clean historical Word Perfect and scanned documents for posting on the website;
• Update web content, as and when required;
• Support preparations for meetings, conferences, and other events;
• Perform other duties as may be requested.

Competencies

• 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 willingness to learn new technology. 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Education

To qualify for an internship with the United Nations Internship Programme, applicants must meet one of the following requirements:

• Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or,
• Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent).
• Studies/degree in the areas of Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Information Management or related fields.

Knowledge in web development technologies;

• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, PHP, Python and Django;
• Working knowledge of any Adobe graphic and layout packages; preferably Illustrator, InDesign or Photoshop.
• 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.