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UNDP Digital Transformation Internship – Global Call for 2023

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UNDP Digital Transformation Internship – Global Call for 2023. Apply below.

When is Application Deadline:

30th August 2023 (Midnight New York, USA)

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the development arm of the United Nations. Present in 170 countries with over 17,000 people, UNDP works on the world’s biggest problems: extreme poverty, climate change, good governance, renewable energy, crisis prevention, and women’s empowerment, among others.

We are leveraging the power of digital to propel all people forward, starting with digital initiative development, scaling innovation, and communicating this organizational change internally and externally. Digital technology is one of the most fundamental drivers of change this century. Digital not only provides new opportunities and challenges for development, but it is also fundamentally changing the context in which development is taking place. Since the launch of its first Digital Strategy in 2019, UNDP has been on an ambitious transformation journey to harness the potential of digital technology for development. We are now in the next phase of our digital transformation, implementing the Digital Strategy 2022-2025, which puts forth a vision to create a world in which digital is an empowering force for people and the planet.

The Chief Digital Officer at UNDP is leading this effort to embed digital technology in the development projects we implement, supporting government partners to build inclusive digital ecosystems and transforming the organization internally to enable these changes. The CDO is a transformation team within UNDP tasked with the responsibility of implementing the Digital Strategy by building the required programmatic (planning and implementation of development projects to support government partners) and internal capacities at the country, regional and global level

Please note that the start date is negotiable. Please read the instructions carefully to complete your application.

Type:

Internship

Who can Apply?

COMPETENCIES Achieve Results: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline Think Innovatively: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements Learn Continuously: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback Adapt with Agility: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible Act with Determination: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident Engage and Partner: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination Other competencies Database management skills. Detail-oriented, preferably with previous administrative and office management experience. Eager to learn new things and gradually adapt the theory into practical work. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to deliver in a high-pressure environment Ability to handle complex situations and multiple responsibilities simultaneously, mixing long-term projects with the urgency of immediate demands. Ability to collaborate with and achieve actionable results Excellent ability to multi-task in a high-demand and fast-paced work context Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Required Skills and Experience
Education and Experience Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:(a) Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher); (b) Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent); (c) Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation; (d) Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program. Interest/Experience in one of the workstream areas is desirable. Application Process The application should contain: A current and complete CV (Curriculum Vitae) in English. Complete this form (https://airtable.com/shr0jSaSl4wUUHPoc) in addition to submitting your details via the Job link. Language Requirements: Proficient in written and spoken English. Knowledge of another UN language would be an asset

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of Award?

In accordance with the UNDP Internship policy, UNDP interns are eligible to receive a monthly stipend, with the rate that varies depending on the duty location. The stipend will be paid monthly, and part-time /Remote internship arrangements are prorated accordingly. UNDP Internship PolicyThe monthly amount of the stipend for remote internships will be based on a standard global rate applicable for all remote internships. The amount of the stipend for in-person internships will be set for each duty station. The stipend will be paid on a monthly basis and will be pro-rated for part-time internship arrangements.Where an intern is financially supported by an institution, government or third party, UNDP will, subject to the rules of such institution, government or third party, pay the intern the difference, if any, between the external financial support provided and the applicable UNDP stipend. Except for the stipend, all other expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern, sponsoring the government or institutions. UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship. Interns will accrue combined sick and annual leave at the rate of 1 ½ days per month, which will be prorated to the nearest half day for part-time internships. Any accrued leave days not used by the end of the internship will be forfeited. Any unjustified absences during the internship period exceeding a total of nine days or as prorated for part-time internships, will be deducted from the monthly stipend.The intern must provide proof of enrollment in a health insurance plan. Interns are not considered staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity.Interns will need to use their own laptop/equipment

How Long will Award Last?

3 Months with Possibility of extension

How to Apply:

In case an applicant is successfully selected, s/he will be requested to provide electronic versions of:

Letter from his/her university confirming current enrollment and graduation date.
Letter of recommendation from a professor.
copy of his/her most recent school transcript.
copy of passport.
Visa copy- If the candidate is located in the USA (United States of America)
completed the UNDP internship application form.
Signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
Medical Certificate of Good Health.
Copy of Medical Insurance

Send your queries to Join.Digital@undp.org lease allow 2 business days for the team to get back to you

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