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Int'l Organizations & UN News #12/2024

Akmaral Bekbossynova - Tuesday, April 16, 2024
 Events   IO/UNS Newsletter 

 International Organizations and UN News #12/2024 - April 16, 2024

Dear IO/UNS Community, 

As we are approaching the end of the semester, please join us for the end-of-year celebration on 3rd May, where we will give out the annual IO/UNS awards and also come together one last time before the end of the school year.

In this newsletter, you will find: 

  • International Organizations News
  • What We're Listening To: The View from MSC: Sustainable Security in a Hot and Hungry World, Nexus, Reshaping Multilateralism
  • IO/UNS Student Spotlight
  • Events at SIPA and Beyond
  • Internship Opportunities

Vote for the IO/UNS Awards: It is a tradition to offer special awards to IO/UNS students based on the suggestions of their peers! Please cast your vote by April 29 to elect among the candidates you nominated as:

  • Future UN Secretary-General
  • UN Reformer
  • Future President of the UN General Assembly
  • First Resident Coordinator
  • Global Peacemaker

Daniel, Laura, Amy & Akmaral
IO/UNS Specialization Team

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  • ‘Step back from the brink,’ to avert full-scale Middle East conflict, says UN chief. The people of the Middle East are facing a real danger of a devastating full-scale conflict, António Guterres said on Sunday, urging “maximum restraint” across a region on the brink hours after Iran launched attack drones and missiles against Israel overnight Saturday.  “It is vital to avoid any action that could lead to major military confrontations on multiple fronts in the Middle East...Now is the time for maximum restraint,” the UN Secretary-General told delegates at the opening of an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council. 

  • Suffering is growing too and is likely to get worse, Justin Brady, head of the UN humanitarian relief office, OCHA, in Sudan. “Without more resources, not only will we not be able to stop a famine, we’re not going to be help able to help basically anybody,” he said.“Most of the rations that people receive from the likes of the World Food Programme (WFP) are cut in half already, so we can’t strip more off the bone to try and make this operation work.” The grim conditions on the ground hit an emergency level soon after the rival Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces launched air and ground attacks in mid-April 2023, he said, as a tsunami of violence continues to surge across the country today, from the capital, Khartoum, and spiralling outwards.

  • UNCTAD rebrands to "UN Trade and Development". The strategic move renaming the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development underscores the organization's commitment to greater impact, with a new, clearer visual identity aiming to better reflect its work and values and to amplify its voice on behalf of developing countries. Under the leadership of Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan, the organization has been adapting to a rapidly changing global trade landscape impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions, and climate change, with initiatives that enhance the organization's capacity to rapidly analyze new challenges and support efforts in developing nations. The rebranding marks a pivotal moment. It's the first-ever comprehensive review of UNCTAD’s global communication footprint and a bold forward-looking strategy to communicate its work and values.

  • UN Secretary-General António Guterres welcomed a new transitional council in Haiti tasked with choosing new political leadership and setting up elections in the crisis-torn Caribbean country. In a statement issued on Saturday by his Spokesman, the UN chief welcomed the publication on Friday, 12 April of a decree formally establishing the Transitional Presidential Council, which is tasked with choosing Haiti’s next prime minister and Cabinet. “[He] urges all Haitian stakeholders to continue making progress in putting in place transitional governance arrangements, including the timely appointment of an interim Prime Minister and government, and the nomination of the members of the Provisional Electoral Council,” said the statement.

  • UN pays tribute to victims and survivors of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The UN renewed its commitment to never forget the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda during a candle-lighting ceremony on Friday to mark 30 years since the horrific events there unfolded. The commemoration in the General Assembly Hall was held to remember the victims and honor the survivors and those who tried to stop the genocide. Focus was also on young people who have grown up in its shadow, and on countering hate speech which fuelled the killing and has become a growing global concern today.

  • Humankind must get away from the Cold War concept of a ‘space race’, even as commercial competition hots up to exploit the potential of the cosmos, the head of the UN Agency for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) has told UN News, on the International Day of Human Space Flight, when the former Soviet Union’s Yuri Gagarin reached orbit back in 1961.

  • Almost 55 million people are facing further food and nutrition insecurity in West and Central Africa during the region’s three-month lean season from June through August, the UN World Food Programme (WFP) said on Friday. “The time to act is now. We need all partners to step up, engage, adopt and implement innovative programs to prevent the situation from getting out of control while ensuring no one is left behind,” said Margot Vandervelden, WFP’s Acting Regional Director for Western Africa.

The View from MSC: Sustainable Security in a Hot and Hungry World

In this episode, Nexus25 lead Michael Werz takes listeners to the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference where, in the age of a renewed Israel-Palestine conflict, Russia’s war in Ukraine, and debates over the China challenge, this year’s attendees attempted to broker agreements on the security implications of climate change - and how to build more resilient societies, militaries and food systems in response. Michael is joined by World Food Programme Berlin Director Dr. Martin Frick and Sudanese climate activist Nisreen Elsaim to discuss just how successful they were in addressing global food security - and what to keep an eye on in the multilateral space this spring.

Find the podcast here, or on your usual podcast apps.

IO/UNS Student Spotlight

Introducing Kavya Jain  (MPA, EPD, 2024)

Kavya works with the Indian Ambassador to the United Nations. Recently, she assisted the Ambassador in Chairing the 62nd Commission on Social Development, ECOSOC. She also interned with UNDP last semester. Before SIPA, Kavya finished law school in India, worked with the Parliament and volunteered with non-profits in India and Zambia. As an intern with the Indian Ambassador’s office, Kavya feels fortunate to attend meetings of various international groups and she is most curious about the dynamism of association between member states. Witnessing countries come together on a common subject while opposing each other on another remains the most exciting aspect of multilateralism for Kavya. It reinforces the value of shared experience across contexts, while allowing independence of beliefs. However, she strongly believes that multilateralism is only as successful as its representation of the current reality. This requires institutions like the United Nations to reflect changing geopolitical and cultural realities in the world.

Kavya holds a high school record of (fast) counting in Sanskrit. It has not been beaten in ten years now. Instagram  handle-  @kavyakavyakavya

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We'd like to shine a light on each amazing member of our IO/UNS family. Please fill out our questionnaire here to be in next week's student spotlight. 
Events at SIPA & Beyond

Spotlighted Events

Event Recap: The Evolution of Cybersecurity Threats for the United Nations System

On April 15, IO/UNS, the SIPA Cyber Program, and the Digital and Cyber Group hosted a talk on the Evolution of Cybersecurity for the United Nations System. Dr. Thomas Braun, who until January 2024, served as the chief of the UN Cybersecurity Service, traced the evolution of cybersecurity threats faced by the UN System over the last decades. Drawing on his experience establishing and overseeing the UN’s enterprise architecture program, chairing the UN system-wide information security special interest group, and in his previous capacity as the inaugural information security officer of the World Trade Organization, Dr. Braun shared how the UN's institutional awareness, understanding and response has progressed and how the organization has adjusted in terms of policies as well as technical and administrative risk mitigation measures. In conversation with SIPA Professor Beth Cartier, Dr. Braun discussed responsible state behavior in cyberspace and adherence to international humanitarian law. Moreover, Dr. Braun explained the common targets of the UN system-sensitive entities' list subject to sanctions imposed by the Security Council. In the debate with students and faculty, Dr. Braun highlighted the intersection of multilateral organizations and the cyber realm, collaboration with the private sector and the role of the UN's neutrality in this domain. If you missed the event, you can watch the recording here.

17 April  | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
ECOSOC YOUTH FORUM

UN Secretariat Building- Trusteeship Chamber 

RSVP | EVENT INFO

3 May  | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
IO/UNS & UNA End-of-Year Celebration

IAB 1512

RSVP | EVENT INFO

High Level Policy Dialogue on 23/24 HRD Report
16 April, 03:00 PM - 4:30 PM today
UNHQ, Delegates Dining Room

Following the global launch of the 2023-2024 Human Development Report (HDR) last month, UNDP is organizing a high-level policy dialogue that will draw on the findings of the latest HDR for a conversation between the UNDP Administrator and eminent leaders and scholars, in an interactive setting with the audience. 

RSVP here.

The Extraordinary Genesis of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS)
16 April, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM today
Online

Join the Latin American Student Association (LASA), to learn more from the protagonists of the SDGs story: The Extraordinary Genesis of the Sustainable Development Goals. Moderated by MPA-GL 24' student Felipe Bernal.

RSVP here.

Columbia Global Energy Summit 2024 
16 April, 8:30 PM - 4:30 PM today
Online

The Columbia Global Energy Summit 2024, hosted by the Center on Global Energy Policy at Columbia University SIPA, is an annual event dedicated to thought-provoking discussions around the critical energy and climate challenges facing the global community.

This year’s day-long Summit will address myriad issues at the heart of today’s complex geopolitical, environmental and economic landscape, including the impact of climate change and the energy transition on geopolitics and security; the outlook for clean energy deployment in the face of growing policy support, as well as challenges such as interest rates, permitting reform and trade conflict; pathways to mobilize finance for clean energy in emerging and developing economies; energy justice imperatives; and the impact for energy and climate policy in key elections around the world in 2024. 

Speakers include:
  • Selwin Hart- Assistant Secretary-General, Climate Action Team. Special Adviser to the UN Secretary-General on Climate Change
  • Avinash Persaud- Special Advisor on Climate Change to the President, Inter-American Development Bank

RSVP here.

ECOSOC YOUTH FORUM
17 April, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
UN Secretariat Building- Trusteeship Chamber 

Organized by United Nations Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA), United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), International Labour Organization (ILO), and United Nations Development Programnme, in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AU), the 2024 ECOSOC Youth Forum Africa session, is a pivotal event aimed at amplifying the voices of Africa's youth and harnessing their innovative spirit to shape policies and commitments that will define our collective future.

Under the theme "African Youth Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Development in Africa," the event will bring together a diverse array of participants, including United Nations system representatives, government officials, African youth leaders, representatives from the African Union Commission, African regional institutions, bilateral and multilateral partners, think tanks, women associations, members of civil society, the private sector, academia, and the media.

Guided by a young African moderator, the session will be interactive and inclusive, fostering discussions that lead to practical, transformative commitments, and policy recommendations. These recommendations will not only inform the statement of the President of ECOSOC but also resonate across key global platforms such as the 2024 HLPF, the 2024 Summit of the Future, the 2024 UNGA, and beyond. 

The opening remarks will be delivered by Ms. Cristina Duarte, United Nations Under Secretary-General and the Special Adviser on Africa, and the closing remarks by Ms. Paula Narvaez, Permanent Representative of Chile to the United Nations and President of the United Nations Economic and Social Council. The debates will be moderated by Ms. Chido Mpemba, The African Union Chairperson’s Special Envoy for Youth. Special guests will include Mr. Youssou N’Dour, musician, and Former Minister of Tourism and Culture, Senegal, as well as Mr. Sadio Mané, professional football player, Senegal. Find the agenda here.

RSVP here.

Panel discussion on Abolishing Nuclear Weapons 
23 April, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Kellogg Center, Room 1512

Panelists include: Representatives from the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons - Seth Shelden and Ivana Nikolic Hughes, Ph.D. Senior Lecturer in the Discipline of Chemistry, Columbia University, an expert in the field; Zhangeldy Syrymbet, representative of the Kazakh Permanent Mission to the United Nations.

RSVP here.

IO/UNS & UNA End of Year Celebration
3rd May, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
IAB 1512

Join the International Organization and the United Nations Studies Specialization and SIPA's United Nations Association, as we celebrate the end of the academic year, the graduation of some and the continuation of others. We look forward to spend the evening with food, drinks, and interesting discussions. We will also be announcing the winners of the 2024 IO/UNS Awards. 

RSVP here.

UNITAR Global Diplomacy Initiative (GDI) Fellowship Programme, Spring 2024 Cohort
19 Apr 2024 - 28 Jun 2024
Deadline: April 17
NB: This is a fellowship that participants have to pay for. 

Programme Area: Climate Change, Governance, Migration, Peace Security and Diplomacy, Peacemaking and Conflict Prevention, Multilateral Diplomacy

The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) has created an innovative curriculum that offers a transformative learning experience focused on diplomacy. This cutting-edge program provides students with a unique opportunity to engage with and learn from seasoned diplomats who are actively shaping international relations and politics. It is specifically designed for students enrolled in disciplines such as Political Science, International Relations, Urban Affairs, or related fields, as well as those who aspire to pursue a career in diplomacy.

With a strong emphasis on gaining a comprehensive understanding of global affairs, this program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of the international landscape. By directly interacting with diplomats and experts in the field, students can gain valuable insights, firsthand experiences, and practical perspectives that go beyond traditional classroom education.

The curriculum offered by UNITAR reflects a forward-thinking approach to education, empowering students to envision a brighter future through diplomacy. It is tailored to foster a deep appreciation for the dynamics of world affairs and cultivates a passion for making a positive impact on a global scale.

The Global Diplomacy Initiative Program is comprised of 3 hour duration courses, held once a week for 3 months. This program will be conducted two times a year: Spring and Fall.

These courses will be taught by distinguished Ambassadors and high level UN Officials. This program is designed for students pursuing political science, international relations, global studies or related programs and are in their senior year in undergraduate, and any in Masters/ Graduate program. Research students and professionals can also apply. Students of the program will earn a Certificate of Completion. Sessions are tentatively scheduled to take place every Friday from 10:00 am – 01:00 pm EST (TBC).

This programme will take place online and costs $2,000
Please email reem.ebid@unitar.org with your resume/CV and a cover letter for your interest in this programme. More information here and in the brochure that is attached to this newsletter. Event Focal Point: hannah.gana@unitar.org. 

Most SIPA students are not only required to participate in a specialization-related internship, UN-related internships are often critical to further develop skills and knowledge, build a hireable CV, and create or expand a meaningful professional network. Feel free to consult this document for tips and tricks for Sourcing Internships.

Intern- Administration
Deadline: April 21

The internship is located in the United Nations Office of Programme Planning, Finance and Budget under the Secretariat of the Independent Audit Advisory Committee of the General Assembly. The intern with report to the Executive Secretary of the IAAC. IAAC was established pursuant to General Assembly resolution 60/248 and serves in an expert advisory capacity and assists the Assembly in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities. For more information on IAAC visit: https://www.un.org/ga/iaac/ The internship is for a maximum period of six (6) months. The internship is UNPAID and full-time. Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the office to which they are assigned. Responsibilities Responsibilities of the internship position range widely, encompassing many aspects of the section's work. These responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • Conduct surveys and collect data. • Research, analyze and compile information relevant to the assigned projects. • Support their respective teams by analyzing data and creating strategic communication products, such as presentations, analyzing data extracted from the UN ERP and/or other systems. • Perform analysis and identify solutions to issues requiring attention. • Communicate and follow up with relevant stakeholders/parties to ensure such issues are resolved. • Assist with the preparation of management reports. • Performs other duties as may be required.

Investment and Performance Risk Intern
Deadline: April 23

This internship position is located in the Performance Unit of the Risk and Compliance section within the Office of Investment Management of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund. The performance team’s role is to independently verify and eventually challenge the performance measurement, methodology and reporting of the OIM’s Custodian and Master Record Keeper (MRK). An important role as well is to maintain the Fund’s compliance with the GIPS standards (ethical and best market practice in terms of performance computation, disclosure, and communication). The incumbent reports to the Risk Officer. The incumbent can work full time or part time, in-person at OIM’s office in New York or remotely, and can be adjusted based on the request of the successful candidate. With appropriate guidance, the intern will be responsible for the following tasks: • Conduct comprehensive research on diverse metrics for the redesign of Private Market performance reports. • Engage in training sessions with industry leading information providers to enhance professional skill sets significantly. • Actively participate in shaping the new report’s design and develop visually appealing report templates to enhance clarity and u usefulness for stakeholders. • Implement quality assurance protocols and tools to validate the accuracy and reliability of input data utilized in reports. • Collaborate with the team by assisting in tasks such as data retrieval and running internal models. • This project will provide the intern with the opportunity to learn about Private Markets through training sessions and direct interaction with industry experts.

Intern- Public Administration
Deadline: April 25

Org. Setting and Reporting UN DESA's Capacity Development Programme Management Office (CDPMO) supports DESA’s 9 divisions in formulating and implementing the capacity development strategy. It promotes coherence and integrated delivery of its capacity development work. Its functions include: Providing support for the planning, programming, coordination, and evaluation of capacity development work; Supporting knowledge management and communication; Facilitating partnerships and resource mobilization; Providing human resources and financial management services; Managing the Development Account, the United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund, the Department’s Regular Programme of Technical Cooperation component, and Fellowships and Training. This internship is located in the Capacity Development Programme Management Office (CDPMO), Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA). More information about the Office can be found at: https://www.un.org/development/desa/cdpmo/ The location for this internship is at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, however, upon agreement, and in accordance with the needs of the Office, interns may work on a flexible working arrangements (telecommuting). Interns will work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the work unit to which they are assigned. Responsibilities Daily responsibilities will depend on the individuals' background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period. Duties may include but are not limited to: • Assisting in and contributing to project management and coordination, in the areas of financial for development, public institutions and sustainable development; • Assisting in research, drafting and preparing analytical documents; • Assisting in the organization of conferences, workshops, meetings or other collaborative events, including internal documentation preparations; • Assisting in data and statistics collecting and sorting; • Other assigned work by the Head of Office.

Investment Management- Real Assets Intern
Deadline: April 25

This internship position is located in the Real Assets Team within the Office of Investment Management of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund. Real Assets Team includes Real Estate, Infrastructure, Timber and Agriculture, within the Private Markets Section of the OIM. The incumbent reports to the Senior Investment Officer. The incumbent can work full time or part time, in-person at OIM’s office in New York or remotely and can be adjusted based on the request of the successful candidate. With appropriate guidance, the intern will be responsible for the following tasks: 1. Conducts careful and thorough investment research: a) Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify investment trends within real assets industry. b) Assist in creating industry reports, market outlooks to support investment strategies and decision-making process. 2. Assist the Real Assets Team in preparing specific investment recommendations: a) Participate in due diligence processes, including reviewing industry research and assessing risk factors. b) Prepare investment memos, presentations, and other documentation for internal review and decision-making. c) Collaborate with Investment Officers and other team members on various projects and initiatives. d) Support portfolio management activities, such as monitoring performance and data analytics.

Sustainable Investment- Climate and ESG Research Intern
Deadline: April 25

The United Nations Secretary-General is responsible for the investment of the assets of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund (UNJSPF). The Secretary-General has delegated this responsibility to the Representative of the Secretary-General for the investment of the assets of the UNJSPF (RSG). The RSG heads the Office of Investment Management (OIM), which manages approximately $80+ billion multi-asset class, global investment portfolio, about 80% of which is actively managed in-house. Asset classes under management comprise global equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, private equity, real estate, infrastructure, timber and commodities. OIM’s staff are all based in New York but come from over 30 countries. For more information please visit OIM's website at https://oim.unjspf.org/. This internship position is located in the Sustainable Investment- Integration and Research Team within the Office of Investment Management of the United Nations Joint Staff Pension Fund. The Integration and Research team is responsible for setting the Climate and ESG integration strategy of the Fund. The incumbent reports to the Investment Officer. The incumbent can work full time or part time, in-person at OIM’s office in New York or remotely and can be adjusted based on the request of the successful candidate. With appropriate guidance, the intern will be responsible for the following tasks: a) Conducting sector and company specific ESG Research, working closely with investment officers and portfolio managers. b) Drafting internal ESG sector and company notes. c) Supporting the team by creating carbon footprint and ESG reports in powerbi, and support automation efforts in Python.

WFP Internship- External Relations, UN System and Multilateral Engagement Division
Deadline: April 29

The UN System and Multilateral Engagement Division, based in New York, is a key interface between WFP and international political, peace and security, development, and humanitarian actors. The Division works to galvanize WFP’s government partners to fulfill their commitments under the 2030 Agenda, mobilizing attention and efforts toward a world without hunger.

Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of office, the candidate will perform the following duties:

  • For General Assembly, Special Sessions, Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), Security Council, and other intergovernmental fora, assist WFP staff members following assigned events with all activities related to them, including preparatory meeting and preparing NFRs on key points and outcomes.
  • For Country-Specific or Regional Taskforces, UN Development Group (UNDG), UN Reform, Development, Programming Tools, attend in a support role of the staff member in charge, take notes and report as necessary, flag issues of consequence to WFP.
  • For thematic and cross-cutting issues, including Sustainable Development Goals, Climate Change, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition, Emergency Preparedness, Humanitarian/Development Funding and Financing, Gender etc. As required, attend in a support role of the staff member in charge, take notes and report as necessary, flag issues of consequence to WFP.
  • Support the planning and execution of events hosted by WFP in inter-governmental and inter-agency fora. In consultation and coordination with other colleagues, regularly monitor issues of relevance to WFP, contribute to data analysis, producing quick guides and other communication products.

Apply here

IOM- Intern (Research and Advocacy) (paid)
Deadline: April 29
Remote

Under the overall supervision of the Head of Protection Division in IOM Iraq and direct supervision of the Protection Coordinator, the successful candidate will support the Protection Division (PxD) in the research, analysis and advocacy of programmatic interventions in Iraq. On the basis of the analysis, the successful candidate is expected to support Protection Officers in building research and advocacy documents.

  1. Assist the Protection Division in identifying needs for analysis and research on human rights issues in Iraq
  2. Identify reference documents on human rights and protection issues relevant to Protection programming and provide summaries and relevant references in reports and briefs
  3. Assist in preparing reports and research on human rights framework, and protection issues affecting various groups in Iraq
  4. Conduct background research, quantitative analysis, and media monitoring to support research activities
  5. Translate documents from Arabic to English when required
  6. Support with analysis of data and draft key advocacy points based on the analysis;
  7. Support the preparations of meetings including agenda, background documents, summaries of the proceedings;
  8. Respond to various inquiries and information requests internally and externally related to the work on Protection; and
  9. Participate in various fora as requested

Apply here

Gender and Rule of Law Intern: Research and Coordination
Deadline: April 30

 This position is located in the Office of the Assistant Secretary-General for Rule of Law and Security Institutions (OROLSI) in the Department of Peace Operations (DPO). OROLSI is comprised of five components: Police Division; Justice and Corrections Service; Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration Section; Security Sector Reform Unit; and UN Mine Action Service. The Political Affairs intern will support the implementation of the "Accelerating the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) and Youth, Peace and Security agendas (YPS) through Activities Building Rule of Law and Security Institutions and Sustaining Peace" project. The project will conduct an evidence-based study on OROLSI's gender-responsive approaches in conjunction with its mandates to ascertain ways to enhance our operational effectiveness and sustain impacts. Given that ending gender-based discriminatory laws, policies and practices requires an inter-generational approach, one that integrates the needs and perspectives of young women, this project will consider both the gender-equality principles of the WPS agenda as well as the gender dimensions of the YPS agenda.

Apply here

Intern- Political Affairs/Human Rights
Application Deadline: 16 May 2024
Location: New York

This internship is located in the Office of the Special Coordinator on improving United Nations Response to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OSCSEA). The Office supports the ongoing efforts of the Secretary-General and the leadership of United Nations offices, departments, funds and programmes, along with other Implementing Partners, to strengthen the response to sexual exploitation and abuse in peacekeeping, humanitarian, development and human rights sectors. Responsibilities Within the delegated authority the Political Affairs Intern will perform the following duties: • Conduct research on issues related to the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse including data collection and analysis; • Support in implementing internal and external communications strategies through the use of web based tools; • Provide general office support services; drafting and/or processing a variety of correspondence and other communications; • Assist in preparing, updating and maintaining a variety of presentations and other communications materials; • Undertake other responsibilities, as required.

Intern- Data Research

Application Deadline: 30 May 2024
Location: New York

These positions are located in the Office of Supply Chain Management (OSCM) in the Department of Operational Support (DOS). Our interns work as full members of our team, pursue projects that are designed to make a significant difference in OSCM, and have opportunities to learn about the United Nations overall. The Office of Supply Chain Management includes the Office of the Assistant Secretary General for Supply Chain Management, Logistics Division, the Procurement Division, the Uniformed Capabilities Support Division, Umoja Coordination Service, Global Service Centre, Aviation Safety Section and the Enabling and Outreach Service. OSCM is committed to building efficient, agile, responsive, accountable, end-to-end uniformed capabilities and supply chain solutions for all our global partners and clients. Supply Chain Management covers a wide scope of services including supply chain planning and performance management, logistical support, procurement, vendor management and supplier diversity, aviation safety, and uniformed capabilities support. In addition to operational services and support, OSCM also provides advisory services and guidance to nearly 100 client entities globally, as well as to troop and police contributing countries (T/PCCs). The incumbent will report to the relevant Supervisor OSCM offers internship opportunities in area 2 -Data Research.

Political, Peace and Humanitarian Intern
Application Deadline: June 9 2024
Location: New York

Within the limits of delegated authority the Intern will be required to perform the following: •Support monitoring of relevant developments regarding efforts to end violence against children; •Assist with routine administrative tasks related to the work of the Office of the SRSG-VAC; •Assist in organizing conferences, events, and meetings; •Assist with note-taking and writing summaries/action points of internal and external meetings; •Assist members of the team with research and other related tasks; •Assist regional focal points in research at national, sub-regional and regional levels, updating country profiles and preparing country visits in the affiliated region. •Assist the team members in strengthening child participation in the work of the Office, including in preparing and translating child friendly documents, collecting and documenting child and youth-led initiatives to eliminate all forms of violence at local, national, sub-regional, and regional levels, and helping grow the network of organizations encouraging children’s participation in vulnerable settings; •Accompany team members to online and/or in-person meetings with delegates from Permanent Missions to meetings with other Secretariat offices and to sessions of the Security Council, General Assembly and other multilateral meetings; •Assist with the preparation of the 15th Anniversary of the establishment of the Mandate and with the preparation of public information (such as press releases, social media material, presentations and documents); and •Perform any other functions as requested by the supervisor.

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