Background

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.

UNDP is working to strengthen new frameworks for development, disaster risk reduction and climate change. We support countries' efforts to achieve the new Sustainable Development Goals, which will guide global development priorities through 2030. The key 2030 Agenda principle of leaving no one behind and stamping out inequality is at the core of everything we do.

UNDP focuses on helping countries build and share solutions in three main areas:
•     Sustainable development
•     Democratic governance and peacebuilding
•     Climate and disaster resilience

In all our activities, we encourage the protection of human rights and the empowerment of women, minorities and the poorest and most vulnerable.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

1.   Support in recruitment and HR processes:
•     Assist in preparing presentations and information sessions (recruitment process, flexible work arrangements, performance evaluation etc.)
•     Help organize and update induction materials, including trainings and welcome kits
•     Support colleagues in onboarding activities and induction follow-up

2.Internal communication and knowledge sharing

•     Contribute to internal HR communication, keeping colleagues informed about HR updates and global HR initiatives
•     Assist in developing and implementing an internal communication action plan
•     Conduct research and follow up on HR best practices to share with the team

3. Administrative and operational support & Analytics
•     Track ongoing tasks and daily requests from colleagues
•     Monitor and follow up on HR requests/enquiries reported in UNall (the UNDP internal platform for tracking HR/administrative requests and incidents) 
•     Support HR analytics activities, including preparing reports and dashboards

Other:
Support other/ad hoc activities as seen relevant and needed.

Competencies

• Motivated and engaged, with a strong interest in working in an international HR environment
• Client-oriented and proactive, taking initiative to support team needs
• Quick learner, able to adapt to new tasks, tools, and processes
• Effective communicator, able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Organized and able to structure multiple tasks and responsibilities efficiently
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality, and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Responds positively to feedback and demonstrates a constructive mindset

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

To be eligible for the UNDP internship programme, applicants must meet one of the following criteria at the time of application: 

- Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree (such as a Master’s or higher); 
- Be in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; 
- Have recently graduated from a university (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or higher) and start the internship within one year of graduation; 
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship programme where the internship is a requirement

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

• Internships at UNDP are remunerated through a stipend. For in-person internships in Tunisia, the stipend is set at 477.79 TND per month.
• The stipend is intended to help cover basic daily expenses (e.g. meals and transportation at the duty station).
• All other costs related to travel, visas, passports, accommodation and living expenses remain the responsibility of the intern or their sponsoring institution.
• Interns must provide proof of enrolment in a valid health insurance plan for the entire duration of the internship. UNDP will not cover medical insurance costs.
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents, illness or death incurred during the internship, nor for loss or damage to personal effects.
• Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity or commit resources on its behalf.
• Interns are expected to work full time; however, flexibility may be allowed to accommodate academic requirements.
• Interns are not eligible to apply for or be appointed to staff or non-staff positions within UNDP during the internship period.

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

Scam alert

UNDP does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process. For further information, please see www.undp.org/scam-alert.