Background

Purpose

To support the work of the cross-sectorial Resilient Development Cluster.

Objective

To contribute to results oriented, effective and efficient implementation of activities within the Resilience Cluster portfolios.
 
Background Information

UNDP supports Serbia in its own efforts to achieve a high level of human prosperity and dignity for all its citizens irrespective of their gender, ethnicity or creed. UNDP promotes sustainable human development, human security and equal possibilities for all, while providing every available support to Serbia in its progress toward joining the European Union. 

Under the resilience portfolio, UNDP implements several projects related to strengthening resilience of local communities. UNDP’s projects and programmes are implemented within the scope of the Country Program Document (CDP). CDP covering a period 2021 – 2025 derives from and supports the implementation of the UN Development Partnership Framework with the focus on: (a) more accountable institutions and empowered citizens, (b) inclusive innovation for development and decent work opportunities and (c) strengthening resilience for current and future generations.

This assignment will be responsible for providing assistance and support in the implementation of the following projects within the local resilience portfolio:

• Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MPTF) SALW (Small Arms and Light Weapons) – Improving Capacities of The Ministry Of Interior In The SALW-Control-Related Field, Phase III
• Multi-Partner Trust Fund Migration
• Green agenda
• Local development

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the Project Managers, the Intern will be expected to perform the following tasks:

• Provide support in research, analyses and studies conducted within the projects/portfolios;
• Identify national sources of data and as necessary translate data into English;
• Provide operational support to the activities under the project/portfolio, including logistic and administrative support to on-line training, workshops, conferences and other events;  
• Support the Project team in organization of filing and make sure that all necessary data are stored in allocated place;
• Provide support to communication activities
• Attend conferences and events, help with their preparation, ensure invitations sending, logistical organisation, etc.
• Perform any other duties within the scope of the portfolios, as required.
• When required facilitate effective communications and information management support and provide executive support to the senior management. 
• Provide support to external relations activities. 

Competencies

• Analytical, writing, editing and verbal skills for communicating with broad and diverse stakeholders in Serbian and English;
• Ability to identify and use in a creative way content that has good potential for sharing and community engagement; 
• Capability to use platform built-in analytical tools for reporting on traffic and engagement;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Evidence of ability to express ideas clearly; to work independently and in teams; 
• Excellent organizational skills. 

Required Skills and Experience

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• 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.

In addition, the candidate should meet the following criteria:

• Be familiar with data synthesis, qualitative and quantitative research, and analysis;
• Experience with digital platforms for business purposes, content management, and community engagement is considered an asset;
• Be pursuing or have graduated with a degree in technical sciences, natural sciences, environmental protection, law, economics, management, media studies, social sciences, or other relevant fields.

Language requirement:

• Excellent knowledge of written and oral English and Serbian language is required.

Internship Conditions

Interns are not considered as having the status of a staff member. During the internship with UNDP, interns are subject to the Regulations Governing the Status, Basic Rights and Duties of Officials other than Secretariat Officials, and Experts on Mission (ST/SGB/2002/9).

Interns must not represent UNDP in any official capacity or commit resources on its behalf.

Duration

The normal duration of internship is no less than six weeks and no more than six months. Internship assignments are available on a part-time and full-time basis throughout the year, depending on the availability of meaningful assignments and the needs and capacity of offices to receive and supervise interns. The envisaged duration of this Internship is 3 months at 50% part-time working arrangement.

Medical Insurance

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.

Expenses

Where an intern is not financially supported by any institution or programme, such as a university, government, foundation or scholarship programme, a stipend intended to help cover basic daily expenses related to the internship, such as meals and transportation at the duty station, will be paid by the receiving office.

Subsequent Employment

There is no expectation of employment with UNDP following an internship.

Termination

The internship can be terminated by either UNDP or the intern for any reason upon giving two weeks’ notice.

Responsibilities and obligations of the office and the supervisor:

The receiving office and supervisors must create a working environment conducive to interns’ substantive learning and professional development.

Offices must:

(a) Ensure that an intern’s assignment is at the appropriate level of complexity and variety;

(b) Ensure proper supervision of the intern;

(c) Ensure that the intern is informed of UN’s policy on Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Discrimination and Abuse of Authority and Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

(d) Prepare terms of reference describing the tasks of interns in the office; and

(e) Provide constructive feedback to the intern regarding their performance.

The shortlisted applicants will be required to submit the following documentation:

• Copy of his/her most recent resume or curriculum vitae.
• Letter from his/her university confirming current enrolment and graduation date, or copy of diploma if already graduated.
• Copy of his/her school transcript.
• Endorsement letter or letter of reference from a faculty member.

The successful candidate will be asked to provide, prior to commencing work, the following documentation:

• A signed UNDP Internship Agreement.
• Medical Certificate of Good Health.
• Proof of medical insurance valid for Serbia throughout the duration of the Internship.

Applications not in accordance with the mandatory requirements will NOT be considered.

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.