The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental
authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of
the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system
and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.
The United Nations Environment Programme - Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) is a strategic public-private partnership between the UN and over 400 global financial institutions. It has established some of the most important sustainability-oriented frameworks within the finance industry, including the Principles for Responsible Investment, the Principles for Sustainable Insurance and the Principles for Responsible Banking. It also convenes leading net zero alliances of banks, insurers and asset owners which form part of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net-Zero. Since the issuance of the initial TCFD disclosure guidance, UNEP FI has led pilot programmes for dozens of banks, insurers and institutional investors on climate risk and TCFD disclosures. These programs have convened financial institutions, supervisors, and climate experts with a view to improving climate disclosure practices across the financial sector.
UNEP FI’s Climate Change programme develops, implements and coordinates work across the financial sector related to climate change. The broad aim of our work is to equip financial institutions and their stakeholders with the knowledge and skills to address climate change’s risks and capitalize on its opportunities. The Climate Change team also supports the alignment of financial institutions with net-zero targets, adaptation goals, and climate finance commitments.
The Climate Risk and Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) program builds on work done by UNEP FI and partners in 2017-2018 that developed physical and transition risk methodologies for bank portfolios and extended in 2019-2020 through Phase II of the Banking Pilot and in 2021-2022 through Phase III of the Banking Pilot.
The Climate Risk and TCFD programme is now looking to continue developing thought leadership on climate risk through partnerships with climate modelers, supervisors, and other stakeholders. The programme will also work at a regional level to build capacity around climate risk management and climate risk disclosures in line with the TCFD and regulatory expectations. UNEP FI aspires to build both knowledge and action within the financial sector to mobilise the sector to address climate risks and support the low-carbon transition. The TCFD program will develop tools, papers, workshops, and other outputs to empower the financial sector to move faster on critical climate issues.
The UNEP FI Internship for Climate Change Programme Support is for six (6) months.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (40 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the
department or office to which they are assigned.
The intern will assist the Climate Change team with implementing work related to UNEP FI’s regional TCFD Pilots.
Daily responsibilities may vary depending on the individual’s background as well as the internship period. Duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Researching the latest developments regarding climate scenarios, climate impacts, and climate-related regulations within the financial sector for the regions where the programme is active
- Evaluating relevant financial and supervisory practices related to climate risks in different regions
- Helping with the drafting and editing of publications (reports, studies, etc.)
- Supporting the day-to-day coordination of communications (organising meetings, note-taking, etc.)
- Ensuring participants remain engaged by serving as liaison to different working groups within the programme
- Assisting with the preparations for events (logistical planning, agenda setting, etc.)
- Working on other relevant tasks to support programme success
Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Client orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view. Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect. Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions. Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems. Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or
higher);
b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum
Bachelor's level or equivalent);
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship
within a one-year period of graduation.
Academic background in economics, social sciences, natural sciences, environmental science, public policy, sustainable development, business administration, finance, or another related field.
Les candidats ne sont pas obligés de faire valoir une expérience professionnelle pour participer au programme de stage de l’ONU. Votre formation, vos études, vos travaux préparatoires ou vos compétences doivent bénéficier aux Nations Unies pendant votre stage.
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN Language is desirable.
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Your application for this internship must include:
1. A Completed application (Personal History Profile) through the UN careers Portal.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
In your Personal History Profile (PHP), be sure to include all past work experiences, IT Skills,
and three references.
2.Proof of enrollment (click on link to access and attach to your application: http://unon.
org/content/internship-programme)
List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in using, and Explain why you are
the best candidate for the internship and what you hope to gain from the internship.
3. A certified copy of degree certificate (if you have already graduated).
Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be
contacted.
In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, applicants may be requested to undertake the
internship remotely in view of constraints regarding visa issuance, international travel and
access to UN premises. Applicants must be willing and prepared to undertake the internship
remotely for a part or the entirety of the internship.
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.
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