UNDP: Economist Internships 2022/2023… How to apply, intern requirements, eligibility, online application form, application closing date 2022-2023, salary scale, interview questions sample, and lots.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants for the UNDP: Economist Internship Programme 2022. Learn about the process you’ll take to complete the application below.
An internship is a period of work experience offered by an organization for a limited period of time. An internship is used for a wide range of placements in businesses, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. They are typically undertaken by students and graduates looking to gain relevant skills and experience in a particular field.
UNDP: Economist Internship Application Details 2022/2023
Interested applicants can apply for the UNDP: Economist Internship 2022 provided they qualify and meet the program requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected status.
Background
Under the guidance of the RR/RC and direct supervision of the Senior Economist, PSPU; the Intern compiles data and support prepare reports that advises Management on macroeconomic policies and trends and relevant linkages with topical emerging issues in South Africa. The Intern provides support for studies, reports and analysis for formulation of strategies and briefings to Management. The Interns advocates for the SDGs, represents UNDP in meetings, and takes minutes, as requested by his/her supervisor
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Summary of Key Functions:
Provides support to PSPU, focusing on achievement of the following results:
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Support as well as initiate research work to support policy content of Programme
Advocacy and promotion of awareness of UNDP mandate and mission focusing on achievement of the following results:
- Advocate and support the localization of the SDGs through research, preparing presentations and by participating in relevant forums, conferences and trainings.
- Support to monitoring progress and formulation of strategies towards the achievement of the SDGs.
- Support Management of events and publications on economic issues.
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Corporate Competencies:
Functional Competencies:
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| Required Skills and Experience | |
| Education: First Degree in Economics Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
Experience:
Language:
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Internship Conditions:
A few key points regarding internships with UNDP:
- Interns are not financially remunerated by UNDP. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or the intern, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence through private sources.
- Interns are responsible for securing adequate medical insurance for the duration of their internship with UNDP and must provide a medical certificate of good health prior to starting the internship. UNDP will not reimburse the medical insurance of the intern. Any costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during an internship assignment will be the responsibility of the intern.
- The intern is responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
- UNDP accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal effects that may occur during the internship.
- Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship;
- The intern must provide proof of enrollment in health insurance plan;
- Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
Subsequent Employment:
The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNDP but to complement an intern’s studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship.
Application procedure:
Applications including an updated CV and cover letter should be uploaded on the UNDP job site.
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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