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PAID INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE INCLUSIVE DIGITAL ECONOMIES PRACTICE AREA I MULTIPLE UNITED NATIONS UNCDF FIELD OFFICES
| Location : | Home Based |
| Application Deadline : | 30-Sep-23 (Midnight New York, USA) |
| Time left : | 180d 11h 43m |
| Type of Contract : | Internship |
| Post Level : | Intern |
| Languages Required : | English French |
| Duration of Initial Contract : | 3 to 6 months |
| Expected Duration of Assignment : | Maximum 6 months |
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| 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. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. | |
| Background | |
| The UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) is dedicated to improving the lives of the impoverished in the world’s 46 least developed countries (LDCs) by making both public and private finance work for them. To achieve this goal, UNCDF utilizes “last mile” finance models that unlock resources from both public and private sectors, particularly at the domestic level, to alleviate poverty and promote local economic development. UNCDF’s financing models operate through three primary channels: Inclusive Digital Economies: This approach connects individuals, households, and small businesses to financial ecosystems that encourage active participation in the local economy. By providing tools to lift people out of poverty and manage their financial lives, this channel empowers individuals and fosters economic growth. Local Development Finance: Through fiscal decentralization, innovative municipal finance, and structured project finance, UNCDF strengthens localities’ capacities. This support drives local economic expansion and sustainable development, empowering communities to thrive. Investment Finance: UNCDF employs catalytic financial structuring, de-risking strategies, and capital deployment to drive impactful initiatives aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This channel also promotes domestic resource mobilization. Currently, UNCDF is offering internship opportunities within its Inclusive Digital Economy (IDE) team. The selected interns will work under the guidance and supervision of unit supervisors, supporting the ongoing workplan and goals of the respective units. The IDE team is comprised of three units seeking interns: Migration and Remittance Team Policy Accelerator Team Knowledge Management and Communication Team The internship manager is fully committed to providing the interns with comprehensive training, guidance, and support required to fulfil their duties and responsibilities effectively during the internship period. This includes regular scheduled meetings (weekly) to assess output progress, offering systems training when necessary, and assisting with any required university reports to meet academic degree requirements. | |
| Duties and Responsibilities | |
| Duties and Responsibilities: The UNCDF is offering internship opportunities in various teams within the IDE practice. They are looking for interns for the following positions: Policy Interns for East Africa (based in Kampala, Uganda, or Addis Ababa, Ethiopia): Provide research support on reviewing regulatory and legal documents in ESA markets. Draft and update diagnostics studies on FCP related issues when needed. Assist in drafting technical documents on financial consumer protection and regulations within ESA market countries. Participate in calls with regulators and policymakers on DFS issues, including FCP related matters. Analyze alignment and harmonization of regulations, particularly focusing on FCP regulations. Support the needs assessment of regulators and implementation of the learning agenda. Policy Interns with focus on gender and research (based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Kampala, Uganda, or Brussels, Belgium): Assist with communication and advocacy tasks linked to gender mainstreaming efforts. Draft and edit blogs, presentations, and articles summarizing insights and lessons learned from projects. Support gender-related events and research activities, including stakeholder interviews and field research. Update and contribute to a database of relevant laws, regulations, and case studies. Assist in training and workshops for policymakers and grant reporting activities. Policy Interns with focus on West and Central Africa (WCA) (based in Dakar, Senegal, or home-based in Douala or Yaoundé, Cameroon): Provide research support on reviewing regulatory and legal documents in WCA markets. Draft and update diagnostics studies on FCP related issues when needed. Assist with drafting technical documents on financial consumer protection and regulations within WCA market countries. Participate in calls with regulators and policymakers on DFS issues, including FCP related matters. Analyze alignment and harmonization of regulations, with a focus on FCP regulations. Support research and data analysis for evidence-based technical advisory. Communication Interns (based in Brussels, Belgium): Edit or write blog articles, news, and press releases before publication. Publish content on the program’s website and maintain a social media presence. Support the development and publication of reports, infographics, and communication tools. Maintain contact and picture databases. Assist with event minutes or reports on workshops and knowledge sharing events. Data Analytics and Research Interns (based in Geneva, Switzerland, or Bangkok, Thailand): Conduct demand-side analytics on financial inclusion and national surveys. Support supply-side analysis using anonymized customer and transaction data of remittance service providers. Assist in data curation, maintenance, and analysis of datasets. Support the development of financial inclusion and SDG-related dashboards. Assist in qualitative and quantitative studies on customer journey mapping. Help in content development for knowledge products, including blogs, infographics, and presentations. Gender Research Interns (based in New York, USA): Conduct desk research on gender equality in remittances and case studies of stakeholders with gender lens application. Analyze remittance customer data to identify gendered insights for innovation and policy development. Draft and edit blogs, presentations, and articles summarizing gendered insights. Support logistics for gender-related events and setting up the Gender Helpdesk. Assist in communication and advocacy tasks related to gender mainstreaming efforts in remittances. Each intern will work under the guidance of different unit leaders in the respective teams and assist with various activities related to their specific positions. | |
| Competencies | |
| Guiding Principles: – Demonstrates consistency in upholding and promoting the values of UNCDF in actions and decisions, in line with the UN Code of Conduct; – Demonstrates an appreciation of the multicultural nature of the organization and the diversity of its staff; – Demonstrates an international outlook, appreciating difference in values and learning from cultural diversity; – Demonstrates an intellectual curiosity and deep desire to learn. Core Competencies: – Demonstrates strong writing skills, particularly the ability to present persuasive, coherent and well-founded arguments; – Demonstrates ability to write in a style that is accessible to a broad audience of policymakers, private sector stakeholders and academics; – Demonstrates drive to achieve results in timely manner and to seek and find solutions to any problems encountered; – Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and persuasively. – Functional Competencies: – Ability to convert complex and abstract ideas into simple visual concepts; – Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask; – Must be able to work in a multicultural environment and be aware of political sensitivities. | |
| Required Skills and Experience | |
| Educational Qualification: – Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme, or higher); – Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (such as bachelor’s degree or equivalent);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; Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program. Desirable Skillset & Experience: For all interns: An understanding of international development and digital financial and non-financial services and knowledge of some aspects of remittances, digital finance and technology and/or the policy and innovation environment that guides them is required. Excellent speaking and writing skills in English is required. Fluency in French desirable; Knowledge of any other UN language will be considered a plus. For the Policy Interns in West Africa only: Excellent speaking and writing skills in French is required; Proficiency in English will be considered a distinct advantage. In addition, the below competencies and skills are required for the different internships: For Policy interns for East Africa and Gender (Intern 1 & 2). Demonstrated interest in topics related to socioeconomic development, gender equality and women’s economic empowerment; Excellent organizational, inter-personal, communication and administrative skills; Ability to take initiative and work independently; Proven ability to manage diverse and complex tasks; Excellent computer capabilities (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis software).For Policy interns in West Africa (Intern 3).Demonstrated research and analytical capacity; Excellent computer capabilities. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis software); Excellent organizational, inter-personal, communication and administrative skills; Ability to take initiative and work independently; Proven ability to manage diverse and complex tasks; Demonstrated interest in topics related to socioeconomic development, financial inclusion, digital financial services, Capacity Building. For Communication interns (Intern 4).Experience creating presentations, creating Excel files and writing papers that capture complex concepts and put them into simple language; Experience in managing social media content, drafting press releases and other communication assets Self-starter; organized; able to multitask, balance multiple responsibilities, and work to deadline. For Data analytics and Research interns for the Migration and Remittance portfolio (Intern 5). Demonstrated experience (part or full-time, paid or volunteer) in economics, policy related work, finance, inclusive finance or related fields; Demonstrated research and analytical capacity; Excellent computer capabilities (Word, Excel, PowerPoint);Experienced in STATA, R-Studio, Tableau, Nvivo, Power-BI, Python, or other similar data analytic tools; Demonstrated interest in topics related to socioeconomic development, financial inclusion, digital financial services, gender equality and women’s economic empowerment; Excellent organizational, inter-personal, communication and administrative skills; Ability to take initiative and work independently; Proven ability to manage diverse and complex tasks; For Gender Research interns for the Migration and Remittance portfolio (Intern 6). Demonstrated interest in topics related to socioeconomic development, gender equality and women’s economic empowerment;Excellent organizational, inter-personal, communication and administrative skills;Ability to take initiative and work independently; Proven ability to manage diverse and complex tasks;Excellent computer capabilities (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data analysis software).Strong design skills in Adobe Indesign etc.Application Process: Please note that the UNDP jobsite system allows only one uploading of application document, so please make sure that you merge all your documents into a single file before uploading). The whole application file submitted cannot exceed 7 pages. In your application, please state in one paragraph why you would like to be considered for the internship and your primary motivation to apply for this internshipPlease note that it is mandatory to (1) select one or more of the teams and (2) answer the questions on timeframe and availability (under Additional Questions section), you would like to do an internship with based on the tasks described which is a part of the internship application process, in addition to your cover letter. Please submit your Resume/CV and an application using the UNCDF Internship Application form: http://www.uncdf.org/download/file/127/2509/internshipdoc Applications should include the application form and latest resume. Applicants are welcome to submit any additional work samples or portfolios in one single file, in PDF. The whole application file submitted cannot exceed 7 pages. Interested candidates can apply at any time indicating the timeframe of their availability in the internship form. However, only those candidates selected for interviews / further assessment by hiring managers will be contacted. General Internships Terms & Conditions: UNCDF Internship programme is governed by the UNDP Internship Policy Framework & Rules. The maximum internship duration is 6 months. Interns are partially financially remunerated by UNCDF. The costs associated with the assignment will be partially supported by UNCDF and the rest to be borne by the nominating institution, related institution or government, which may provide the required financial assistance to its students; or by the student, who will have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his/her own arrangements for travel, accommodation, etc. Proof of medical and life/accident insurance valid for the location in which the internship will be carried out. Under the new revised UNDP Internship Policy, UNCDF will provide a modest monthly internship stipend to its interns, in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP Internship Policy. All expenses connected with the internship will be borne by the intern or her/his sponsoring entity/institution. Stipends are available only for full-time/on-site internships at this time. Selected Interns must be able to share proof of education enrolment and/ or graduation, medical/health and life/accident insurance, valid for the location in which the internship will be carried out and be able to provide insurance documentary proof at the time of their selection. It is expected that due to CoVID-19 restrictions in place, the most immediate internship assignments will be home-based till the situation in respective duty station improves. The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNCDF but to complement an Intern’s studies and learning growth. There is no expectation of employment at the end of these internships. IMPORTANT NOTE: This is a general call for internships throughout 2023. They accept applications from interested and qualified applicants, on an ongoing basis. Interested Candidates can apply at any time indicating the timeframe of their availability in the internship form. However, only those candidates selected for interviews/further assessment by hiring managers will be contacted on ongoing basis as per organizational need. | |
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