A completed online application (Cover Note and Personal History Profile) is required. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. The Cover Note must include:
-Title of degree you are currently pursuing.
-Graduation Date (when you will be graduating from the programme).
-List the IT skills and programmes that you are proficient in.
-List your top three areas of interest/department preferences.
-Explain why you are the best candidate for that specific department.
-Explain your interest in the United Nations Internship Programme.
In your Personal History Profile, be sure to include all past work experiences, IT skills, and three references. Due to a high volume of applications received, ONLY successful candidates will be contacted.
The internship is in the Web Services Section of the News and Media Division of the Department of Public Information. The section is be responsible for the design, development, maintenance and overall support of the UN's flagship public Internet website, www.un.org and many related sub sites that are managed by DPI.
The internship is for two months with an opportunity for extension up to six months, depending on the needs of the division and availability of the candidate.
The internship is unpaid and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Under the general supervision of the Chief of the Wed Development Unit, the incumbent reports to the Information System Officer of the unit.
Within limits of delegated authority, the intern is expected to perform technical and creative functions producing user-friendly, visually appealing and informative public web material, posted on various web platforms and help promote in a positive manner the work of the United Nations around the world.
The intern will be responsible for the one or more of the following duties:
• Using Agile web development methodologies, assist with the design and development of multilingual templates and themes for websites in html, shtml, css or on Wordpress and/or Drupal.
• Provide web site administration, scripting and maintenance support, on Linux and Windows platforms.
• Maintaining databases.
• Perform ad hoc tasks/projects as required.
Professionalism:
- Knowledge of information technology/information management, particularly in web site design and development, database design and programming.
- Knowledge of several high level programming languages and significant exposure to and demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of programming and analysis, including structured/object-oriented design, relational systems, scripting and query languages, and document design and management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to handle a range of technical, internet and multimedia-related issues.
- Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges.
- Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
- Ability to write and edit in native language and good command of IT/web-related tools.
- Computer literate in standard software applications, and proficient in the use of Adobe Creative Suite tools and familiar with web development programming and scripting languages, such as PHP, HTML5, CSS3.
- Use of digital editing tools and experience in social media are a plus.
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.
To qualify for an internship with the United Nations New York Headquarters Internship Programme, the following conditions must be met: 1. Applicants must: (a) be enrolled in a computer science, information science, information systems, media studies, electronic engineering, or related field graduate programme; or (b) be enrolled in the final academic year of a computer science, information science, information systems, media studies, electronic engineering, or related field bachelor's degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); or (c) have graduated with a university degree in computer science, information science, information systems, media studies, electronic engineering or related field (as defined in (a) or (b) above) and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one year period of graduation. 2. Be computer literate in standard word processing and spreadsheets software applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel or similar. Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
English or French are the working languages of the United Nations. For the internship advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required, fluency in oral and written one other official language of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian or Chinese) is a plus.
Potential candidates will be contacted by hiring manager directly for further consideration.
Les appels à candidatures sont retirés du Portail Carrières à minuit (heure locale New York) à la date d'échéance.
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