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Full Time Internship Programme at the UNODC Regional Office in East Africa
1. Objectives of the Programme
The mission of UNODC Regional Office in East Africa is to promote and facilitate actions against trafficking, transnational organized crime, piracy, terrorism, money laundering, corruption and HIV/AIDS.
The Internship Programme aims at providing opportunity for outstanding postgraduate students to acquire practical professional experience through direct exposure to UNODC's work. UNODC gives opportunity for young professionals to take internships in the fields of drugs and crime, more specifically relating to:
• Corruption
• HIV and AIDS
• Human Trafficking
• Illicit Drugs
• Money Laundering
• Organized Crime
• Piracy
• Terrorism Prevention
2. Main Activities of the Interns
The Internship Programme comprises the following activities:
• Assisting in organizing, implementing and monitoring the relevant programme strategies and activities:
• Assisting in organizing and preparing a variety of outputs, such as background papers, mission reports, analyses, briefings, presentations, enforcement strategies, policy proposals and documents, manuals, tool kits, guides, etc.;
• Assisting in the development of technical assistance programmes;
• Aiding in the formulation of work plans and other organizational management tools necessary for programme planning and monitoring;
• Assisting in the preparation of programme/project development and assessment missions conducted for relevant programming;
• Carrying out other duties as required.
3. Qualifications
Candidates for the Internship Programme will be selected on a competitive basis. The following minimum qualifications are required:
• Enrolment in a graduate degree programme of a recognised institution in the fields related to political and social sciences, economics, public and business administration, law studies or other relevant programmes. The candidates are eligible to apply only before the completion of their studies.
• Strong interest in working with the UN system, particularly on drug and crime related fields.
• Excellent knowledge of English with fluency in speaking, reading and writing. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
• Good knowledge of all essential computer software including word processing, presentation and Internet communication and research.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and a strong team working capacity.
4. Financial Aspects
The UNODC Internship programme operates on a non-remunerative basis. The costs connected with an intern's participation in the programme must be borne by the nominating institution or government or by the students themselves. The students also have to obtain financing for subsistence and make his or her own arrangements for travel, visa, accommodation, etc
5. Terms of Appointment
Duration of the internship is ranging from 3 to 6 months and the internship participants are required to work full-time during the office hours. Time is allowed for outside research work and interviews.
6. Duty Station
The intern participants will be working with UNODC East Africa Office, located in Nairobi, Kenya.
7. Diversity
Whilst the internship is open to applicants of all nationalities, UNODC encourages applicants from regional states.
8. How to Apply
Young professionals interested in the Internship Programme should submit:
Curriculum Vitae
Covering letter including:
o Desired area of internship (Corruption, HIV and AIDS, Human Trafficking, Illicit Drugs, Money Laundering, Organized Crime, Maritime Piracy, or Terrorism Prevention)
o Objective of internship and expected outcomes
o Availability
Due to high volume of internship applications, we cannot respond to your application individually and only successful applicants will be contacted.
Application
This opportunity has already been filled for the rest of the year. No applications are accepted at the moment
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