Work Location

Addis Ababa

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

ECA's mission is to deliver ideas and actions for an empowered and transformed Africa; informed by the 2030 Agenda and Agenda 2063. The mission will be guided by ECA's five strategic directions which are: advancing ECA's position as a premier knowledge institution that builds on its unique position and privilege to bring global solutions to the continent's problems and take local solutions to the continent; developing macroeconomic and structural policy options to accelerate economic diversification and job creation; designing and implementing innovative financing models for infrastructure, and for human, physical and social assets for a transforming Africa; contributing solutions to regional and transboundary challenges, with a focus on peace security and social inclusion as an important development nexus; advocating Africa's position at the global level and developing regional responses as a contribution to global governance issues. This internship assignment is in the Organization Development Unit (ODU), Human Resources Management Section (HRMS) in the Administration and Conference Management Division (ACMD), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). The internship programme is for a period of six months, depending on the needs of the section. The Intern works under the direct supervision of the Senior Staff Development Assistant and the overall guidance of the Chief of the Organization Development Unit (ODU) of the Human Resources Management Section (HRMS). Daily responsibilities will vary and depend on the individual's background, including but not limited to:

Assist in the 2027 Learning Needs verification by developing surveys and collecting data.
Assist in monitoring and following up on the update and maintenance of the O-Induction programme
Assist the language center by tracking and recording attendance for language courses.
Contribute to the design and improvement of HR dashboards by supporting the organization and presentation of HR-related statistical information.
Assist with administrative tasks to support the implementation and follow-up of ongoing HR projects.
Support reporting requirements for mandatory training and performance management.
Support learning programmes and workshops logistics.
Assist in drafting internal communications, training announcements, and knowledge-sharing materials.
Assist in compiling periodic and post training reports.
Perform tasks as assigned by the head of the unit.

Qualifications/special skills

Applicants to the programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements: (a) Be enrolled in, or have completed, a first degree or graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) is required (b) Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor's level or equivalent). An academic background in adult education, human resources management, or management studies is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. Fluency in spoken and written English is required for the internship. Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.

Additional Information

Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration. In your Candidate Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences (if any), IT skills, and three references. Due to the high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted for further consideration. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. In line with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, applicants requiring reasonable accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process may contact the internship coordinator for assistance.

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.

Human Resources Intern