UNEP Intern - Information Technology Jobs in Kenya

UNEP Intern - Information Technology Jobs in Kenya

Org. Setting and Reporting

The United Nations Environment Programme 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.

This internship is based in the Secretariat for the Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer and for the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (Ozone Secretariat) at the Nairobi duty station.

The internship is for four (4) months and may be extended for a maximum period of six (6) months 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Languages

English and French are working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; UNEP Intern - Information Technology Jobs in Kenya

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