Background:

UN Women, grounded in the vision of equality enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations, works for the elimination of discrimination against women and girls; the empowerment of women; and the achievement of equality between women and men as partners and beneficiaries of development, human rights, humanitarian action and peace and security.

In Indonesia, UN Women works with government, civil society organizations, academia, the media, the public and private sectors to address national priorities of gender equality and women’s empowerment. Placing the advancement of women’s rights at the center of our work, UN Women Indonesia focuses on (1) Ending violence against women (2) Women’s economic empowerment (3) Governance, peace, and resilience.

The internship will provide opportunities to gain firsthand experience in supporting research, policy analysis, programme coordination, and stakeholder engagement within the Governance, Peace, and Resilience portfolio. As a Governance, Peace, and Resilience Intern, he/she will work on two research assignments that contribute directly to UN Women’s broader normative and programmatic work. The first research focuses on supporting the finalization of the National Gender Machinery of the Republic of Indonesia document, including mapping institutional roles, policies, and partners across key thematic areas. The second research examines national models for engaging men and boys in gender equality, including programmatic approaches, training modules, and intervention strategies developed by organizations working on positive masculinities and male engagement. 

Through this internship, the selected candidate will gain deeper insight into UN Women’s programmatic approaches, gender-responsive governance mechanisms, and national gender equality efforts in Indonesia. The Governance, Peace, and Resilience Intern is expected to adopt a client-oriented approach and contribute effectively to the work of UN Women’s programme teams.

Description of Responsibilities

1. Research on National Gender Machinery

• Conduct a comprehensive desk review based on CEDAW Concluding Observations, Indonesia’s BPfA+30 National Review, and relevant national policy frameworks.
• Map lead ministries and institutions across thematic areas, including their internal gender mechanisms (such as gender focal points, working groups, or task forces).
• Identify and compile key policies, strategies, programmes, and budget allocations related to gender equality.
• Map key partners, including government institutions (with working units), civil society organizations, academia, private sector actors, and subnational stakeholders.
• Verify the accuracy of policy and institutional references, including Presidential and Ministerial regulations, and coordinate with relevant government counterparts when necessary.

2. Research on Male Engagement Initiatives

• Conduct an analysis of approaches and interventions designed to engage men and boys in gender equality.
• Review training modules, curricula, and programmatic models developed by organizations working on male engagement and positive masculinities in Indonesia.
• Identify promising practices, gaps, and opportunities for strengthening male engagement in future programming.
• Support the identification of potential intervention pathways for collaboration with law enforcement institutions.

3. Other

• Support general administrative assignments and logistical requirements, as required.
• Perform other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Learning objectives: 

The internship is expected to provide the selected candidate with the following learning opportunities:

1. Develop an in-depth understanding of gender-responsive governance, peacebuilding, and community resilience within UN Women’s programmatic and normative work in Indonesia.
2. Strengthen research and analytical skills through institutional mapping, policy review, and examination of male engagement initiatives.
3. Gain practical experience in programme coordination, stakeholder engagement, and documentation within a multicultural UN environment.

Competencies :

Core Values:

• Integrity;
• Professionalism;
• Respect for Diversity.

Core Competencies:

• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;
• Accountability;
• Creative Problem Solving;
• Effective Communication;
• Inclusive Collaboration;
• Stakeholder Engagement;
• Leading by Example.

Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Values and Competencies Framework: 

Functional Competencies:

• Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to review policy documents and synthesize complex information.
• Ability to conduct institutional and stakeholder mapping with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good organizational skills, including maintaining databases, tracking information, and managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing briefs, summaries, and programme documentation.
• Ability to support coordination of meetings, consultations, and validation processes with diverse stakeholders.
• Capacity to work with data, policies, and legal references in a systematic and methodical manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team and contribute to knowledge-sharing.
• Demonstrated ability to apply a client-oriented and service-focused approach in programme and administrative support. 

Qualifications

Education:

• University studies in one of the following disciplines is required: gender studies, public policy, political science, international relations, sociology, law, development studies, social sciences, or other relevant subjects. 
• Meet one of the following: 

1. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); 
2. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent); 
3. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a two-year period of graduation; or 
4. Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program which is part of a degree programme and undertake the internship as part of the program requirements. 

Language:

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English are required; 
• Working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

Renumeration:

Interns who are not in receipt of financial support from other sources such as universities or other institutions will receive a stipend from UN Women to partially subsidize their basic living costs for the duration of the internship.

Statements :

In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.

Diversity and inclusion:

At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.

If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.

UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women’s policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)

Note: Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process.