Intern - Programme Development – Subprogramme 4: Effective urban crisis prevention and response

2 months ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-HABITAT - United Nations Human Settlements Programme Full time
Work Location

In-person, Nairobi, Kenya

Expected duration

4-6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Org.

Setting and Reporting The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the United Nations system's designated entity for addressing and promoting socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements, development, and the achievement of adequate shelter for all ).

Its New Urban Agenda sets out a shared vision for cities and other human settlements towards an improved urban environment and strengthened climate action responses.

To support cities, which are at the frontline when natural and man-made crises occur, UN-Habitat has a strong commitment to develop approaches and tools that help them better prevent, prepare and respond.

Under the supervision of the Programme Management Officer, the intern will support the coordination of UN-Habitat's work on urban crisis prevention and response at Headquarters.


Responsibilities The objective of this internship is to assist the team in charge of the coordination of UN-Habitat's work on urban crisis prevention and response at Headquarters, which currently focuses on: 1.

the implementation of the UN-Habitat global programme on urban migration and displacement; 2.

the development and coordination of UN-Habitat response to crises in urban contexts, including development and backstopping of selected country programmes of UNH; 3.

the engagement of UN-Habitat in the implementation of the Secretary General's Action Agenda for Solutions to Internally Displaced People (IDPs); 4.

the preparation of UN-Habitat's contribution to flagship events in 2024, including the 12th World Urban Forum (4-8 November 2024) ; 5.

the coordination of programme development, reporting and monitoring. Depending on his/her profile, the intern will support the activities related to the development, implementation and monitoring of programmes/projects, strategies and work programmes, projects, tools, outreach activities of UN-Habitat, and ad hoc operational support to the related functions of the team in charge of urban crisis prevention and response (Subprogramme 4 in UN-Habitat Strategic Plan , within the Programme Development Branch, Global Solutions Division.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants must at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent), c. Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).

Have demonstrated a 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 includes a willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.


Preferred areas of study:

The candidate must be currently enrolled in the final year of a bachelor's degree, or an advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in urban, humanitarian or development studies, social or political science, Business administration, public information, or a related field.

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience.

However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required.

Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master's or Ph.

D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.
D. Programme.

Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application.

Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage.

Your training, education, work, or volunteering experience might have given you opportunities to work on urban crisis/urban migration-related issues, which is a desirable criterion.

If so, please explain how, using concrete examples. Experience in communication and/or support to event management is desirable. Please explain how you meet this criterion using examples. If you have proficiency in computer software applications (E.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), please explain how you excelled your skill.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship position, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is desirable.

Additional Information

Not available.

Intern Specific text

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.

Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization.

Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.

No Fee


THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING).

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.

  • Intern - Programme Development – Subprogramme 4: Effective Urban Crisis Prevention and Response at

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-Habitat Full time

    The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.Responsibilities The objective of this internship is to assist the team in charge of the...

  • Urban Planner

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONJob OpeningJob Opening ID: 225973Job Network : –Job Family : HSTCategory and Level : Consultants, CONDuty Station : NAIROBIDepartment/Office : United Nations Human Settlements ProgrammeDate Posted : Jan 19, 2024Deadline : Jan 30, 2024Result of ServiceThe ultimate result of the consultancy services includes: guide activities conducted by the...

  • Volunteer Intern, Horn of Africa(Somalia) at

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya International Crisis Group Full time

    The International Crisis Group is an independent organisation working to prevent wars and shape policies that will build a more peaceful world. Crisis Group sounds the alarm to prevent deadly conflict. We build support for the good governance and inclusive politics that enable societies to flourish.About the job The International Crisis Group's Horn of...

  • Intern - Urban Mobility Programme Support at

    4 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-Habitat Full time

    The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.ResponsibilitiesThe recruited Urban Mobility Programme Support Intern will work under the direct...

  • International Sustainable Urban Development Expert

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYThe 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 environmentJOB...

  • Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-HABITAT - United Nations Human Settlements Programme Full time

    Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. The position is in the Programme Development Branch of the Global Solutions Division of UN- Habitat. The Global...

  • International Sustainable Urban Development Expert

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Full time

    The United Nations Environment Programme (UN Environment) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the world's 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 environmentResponsibilities:Lead the...

  • Project Management, Urban Development

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Full time

    The United Nations Office for Project Services is an operational arm of the United Nations, dedicated to implementing projects for the United Nations System, international financial institutions, governments and other partners in the aid world.Functional ResponsibilitiesProgramme governance, implementation and monitoring Assume overall responsibility for the...

  • Project Management, Urban Development

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Office for Project Services Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYThe United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.JOB SUMMARYEducationAn advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) preferably in housing,...

  • Urban Planner

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONUrban PlannerJob OpeningJob Opening ID: 225462Job Network : –Job Family : HSTCategory and Level : Consultants, CONDuty Station : NAIROBIDepartment/Office : United Nations Human Settlements ProgrammeDate Posted : Jan 12, 2024Deadline : Jan 23, 2024Result of ServiceTo provide urban planning and design technical expertise to the Global...

  • Intern - Programme Support

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-HABITAT - United Nations Human Settlements Programme Full time

    Work LocationIn-person/ Hybrid, Nairobi, KenyaExpected duration6 monthsDuties and ResponsibilitiesOrg. Setting and Reporting The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is the United Nations agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the...

  • Senior Urban Planner

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONJob OpeningJob Opening ID: 225941Job Network : –Job Family : HSTCategory and Level : Consultants, CONDuty Station : NAIROBIDepartment/Office : United Nations Human Settlements ProgrammeDate Posted : Jan 17, 2024Deadline : Jan 30, 2024Result of ServiceTo provide technical expertise on urban planning and design to Planning Finance and Economy...

  • Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-HABITAT - United Nations Human Settlements Programme Full time

    Org. Setting and ReportingUnited Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat), is the agency for human settlements and sustainable urbanization. It is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all. This position is located in the...

  • Assist in developing assessment tool for urban rural linkages in Excel

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONassignment(s)Open recruitment (advertised)Advertisement end date:02/02/2024GeneralDescription of assignment titleAssist in developing assessment tool for urban rural linkages in ExcelAssignment countryKenyaExpected start dateInvalid DateSustainable Development Goal11. Sustainable cities and communitiesFor how many hours per week will the...

  • Urban Planning Consultant at

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-Habitat Full time

    The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.Duties and ResponsibilitiesUnder the overall supervision of the Flagship Programme Lead on...

  • Urban Planner at

    3 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-Habitat Full time

    The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.Work Location : Home-basedExpected Duration : 6 monthsDuties and ResponsibilitiesABOUT THE...

  • Intern - Project Development

    3 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UN-Habitat Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYNairobi is the headquarters duty station for the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) the United Nations agency mandated with ensuring better urban future by promoting socially and environmentally sustainable human settlements development and the achievement sustainable development goal 11 (SDG 11). Although the mandate of...

  • Team Leader

    2 months ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Development Programme Full time

    ABOUT THE COMPANYUNDP is the UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help build a better life. In November 1964, an agreement was signed between the Government of Kenya and the UN System. UNDP was at the time known as the Technical Assistance Board (TAB). The Resident...

  • Programme Management Officer, Human Settlements

    1 month ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya United Nations Department of Management Strategy, Policy and Compliance (DMSPC) Full time

    JOB DESCRIPTIONJob OpeningJob Opening ID: 226083Job Network : Economic, Social and DevelopmentJob Family : Human SettlementsCategory and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-4Duty Station : NAIROBIDepartment/Office : United Nations Human Settlements ProgrammeDate Posted : Jan 19, 2024Deadline : Feb 1, 2024Org. Setting and ReportingThe United Nations...

  • International Sustainable Urban Development Expert at UN-Habitat

    2 weeks ago

    Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya jobwebkenya Full time

    The United Nations Human Settlements Programme, UN-Habitat, is the UN agency for human settlements. It is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities with the goal of providing adequate shelter for all.Responsibilities:Lead the preparation of the CEO endorsement document and its attachments. Be...