Intern​​​ with UNOPS Headquarters, Copenhagen, Denmark

Job categories Communications
Vacancy code VA/2020/B5011/20047
Department/office NYSC, SDC, UN Technology Support Services
Duty stationLund, Sweden
Contract type Intern
Contract levelIntern
Duration6 months
Application period 02-Jul-2020 to 13-Aug-2020

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners; peace-building, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.

In order to enhance the impact of project implementation, UNOPS is currently developing new innovative solutions to help its partners achieve the Agenda 2030. Therefore, UNOPS has started creating a global system of innovation centers. Currently three innovation centers are already up and running in Sweden, Japan and in Antigua, and more centers are going to be opened. 

This position will be located in the Global Innovation Centre in Sweden. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Innovation Centre Manager, and in close coordination with the local team and stakeholders, the intern will be an integral part of the team driving concrete responsibility areas. The intern will learn and practice skills related to communications and event management.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.

 Functional Responsibilities
Communications (70%) Help draft engaging and crisp material to use in … Education/Experience/Language requirements
1. Academic qualifications  All applicants must be enrolled in a university… Competencies
Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc… Contract type, level and duration – Internship
Contract type: Internship Contract level: N/A Contract duration: 6 months w… Additional Considerations
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