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Internship
External Relations, UN System and Multilateral Engagement Division
WFP New York Global Office, USA
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the leading humanitarian organization saving lives and changing lives, delivering food assistance in emergencies and working with communities to improve nutrition and build resilience. We are currently seeking to fill an intern position in The UN System and Multilateral Engagement Division, based in New York USA.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIVISION
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 towards a world without hunger.
The Multilateral Division is seeking to fill 1 intern position, based in New York.
GENERAL INFORMATION
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director of office, the candidate will perform the following duties:
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
WORKING LANGUAGES
Excellent written and spoken English is required (proficiency/level C). Another UN language preferred (Chinese, Arabic, French, Spanish, Russian)
SUPERVISION (Level/Methods of Supervision)
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director, the incumbent will be provided with close mentoring, guidance, and technical supervision. Performance planning and reviews as well as learning and development discussions will be an elemental part of the supervision. The External Relations Officer will be the second-level supervisor. With the support of a comprehensive induction package and the assignment of a buddy/mentor, the intern will rapidly become a productive member of the team.
TRAINING COMPONENTS
Throughout their assignment WFP interns have access to an industry leading learning platform, weLearn. Depending on opportunities and availability of funds, he/she may participate in WFP workshops or seminars, as appropriate.
LEARNING ELEMENTS
At the end of the assignment, the Intern should:
OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK
These are the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.
Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
Saving Lives
Changing Lives