Job Overview

Posted

3 months ago

Deadline

3/7/2025

Location

Nairobi

Job Type

full time

UNEP

Intern - Information Technology & Communication

UNEP

Job Description

Responsible for assisting in IT support, troubleshooting technical issues, managing communication systems, and maintaining software and hardware infrastructure. Supports digital communication efforts and ensures smooth IT operations.

Requirements

  • Applicants must meet one of the following requirements at the time of application:

    • Be enrolled in a graduate school program (second university degree or equivalent, or higher),

    • Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent),

    • Have graduated with a Bachelor's degree, Master's, Ph.D., or equivalent.

  • Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite).

  • Demonstrate a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.

  • Demonstrate the ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, including a willingness to understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.

  • Preferred areas of study: Currently pursuing or recently attained an advanced university degree in Communications and IT, Graphic Design, Application Analysis, Application Development, Data Analysis, or other related fields (Master's or Ph.D. candidate preferably).

  • Professional experience: Not required, but a field of study closely related to the internship is necessary.

  • Applicants must be in the final year of a Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. program or have completed one. Proof of eligibility must be attached, and an official certificate will be required at a later stage.

  • Required experience:

    • Research and copy editing, communications, tools development and management, project development and management. Applicants should provide examples.

    • Event organization (desirable): Experience in organizing events such as expert group meetings, consultative meetings, conferences, or supporting outreach activities. Applicants should provide examples.

    • Database management/data analytics (desirable): Experience in data analysis or related areas. Applicants should provide examples.

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About the Company

The United Nations Environment Programme, also known as UNEP, is a global organization that works to protect our environment and help people live better lives without harming the planet. Based in Nairobi, Kenya, UNEP is the only major United Nations headquarters located in Africa, making it a special place where...

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