Work Location
Kinshasa – Hybrid/Remote
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
As part of the United Nations Development System reform aimed at strengthening the UN’s collective impact in delivering the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Resident Coordinator Offices (RCOs) play a central role in ensuring strategic, programmatic, and partnership coordination at the country level. In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the context of the gradual transition of the United Nations peacekeeping mission (MONUSCO), the operationalization of the Humanitarian–Development–Peace (HDP) Nexus, and the deepening of strategic collaboration with the World Bank and other International Financial Institutions (IFIs) require enhanced analytical and coordination support. The UN–IFI Partnership Analyst Intern will be embedded within the Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO) and will work under the direct supervision of the UN–IFI Partnership Adviser. The internship will be based in Kinshasa; however, for logistical reasons, it may also be carried out remotely. Objective of the internship Provide analytical, coordination, and research support to enhance strategic partnerships between the United Nations system and international and regional financial institutions, as well as other partners as requested, including the private sector. Responsibilities: • Collect and analyze information related to UN–IFI cooperation • Support the analysis of strategic frameworks (UNSDCF, World Bank CPF, AfDB Country Strategy, etc.) • Prepare analytical notes, briefing materials, and presentations • Support the preparation of meetings and the follow-up of partnerships • Contribute to activities related to the Humanitarian–Development–Peace (HDP) Nexus • Support data collection and visualization efforts • Integrate gender and youth dimensions across analytical and coordination activities • Contribute to knowledge management efforts, including the documentation of lessons learned and good practices • Support capacity-building activities, including the development of training materials and concept notes
Qualifications/special skills
Applicants must at the time of application, meet one of the following requirements: a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher), b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent), c. Have graduated with Bachelor's degree, Masters, PhD or equivalent. Preferred areas of study: Enrolled or completed a Master degree in social science, Economic, Law, International Cooperation, Public Administration Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. However, a field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Applicants must be a student in the final year of the first university degree (bachelor or equivalent), Master’s or Ph.D. Programme or equivalent, or have completed a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PH.D. Programme. Do you meet any of the above criteria? If yes, please indicate which one and attach proof to the application. Please note that you will have to provide an official certificate at a later stage. Applicants should have a good understanding of project cycle management, including problem tree and solution tree methodologies Familiarity with knowledge management tools and approaches, including documentation of lessons learned and good practices Be computer literate in standard software applications (Microsoft Office Suite). Applicants must have strong analytical and drafting skills Knowledge of the functioning of international organizations and NGOs Prior experience in an association, NGO, or international organization is an asset
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations. Fluency in French is required for this internship. Knowledge of English would be desirable.
Additional Information
Do you have any previous UN internship experience? If yes, please indicate the UN entity and the specific dates.
Intern Specific text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions. Interns who are not citizens or permanent residents of the country where the internship is undertaken, may be required to obtain the appropriate visa and work/employment authorization. Successful candidates should discuss their specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.
