Support UNEP’s Disasters and Conflicts Branch in technical assistance, capacity development, and environmental policy implementation, focusing on disaster- and conflict-affected countries.
Assist in projects addressing environmental risks in energy development, renewable energy, and sustainable energy transition.
Support the expansion of the global community-of-practice and outreach for the Global Dialogue on Environment and Energy, including:
Developing and disseminating the monthly newsletter.
Facilitating engagement and discussions on the LinkedIn group.
Testing other means of expanding the global community of practice.
Building and maintaining contacts lists.
Responding to queries and maintaining the communications email inbox.
Support delivery of webinars and online/hybrid trainings on environmental governance and management in the energy sector, including data collection and reporting.
Conduct desk-based research and develop/update country background papers on energy transition and social/environmental safeguards in renewable energy development.
Support partnership building on sustainable energy transition, liaising with industry partners, academia, and civil society.
Support training and workshop report writing.
Provide logistical support for the delivery of trainings and other planned events.
Undertake any other tasks as requested by the Programme Manager.
Qualifications/Special Skills
Enrolled in or completed a graduate program (Master’s or higher) or in the final year of a bachelor’s program in communications, environmental sciences, environmental policy, energy policy, climate change studies, renewable energy, or similar field.
Strong interest and familiarity with social media and online communications.
Good knowledge of standard software applications, especially MS Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Experience with web-based content management systems.
Languages
Fluency in spoken and written English is required.
Knowledge of French is an advantage.
Knowledge of other UN official languages (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) is an asset.
Intern Specific Text
Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations.
Costs for travel, visas, accommodation, and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or sponsoring institutions.
Non-citizens or non-permanent residents may need appropriate visas and work/employment authorization.
Successful candidates should discuss specific visa requirements before accepting the internship offer
Deadline : Aug 30, 2025
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