Categories: Information Communication Technology, Operations
Duration: 6 months
UNICEF is looking for an intern to support the Operations Team at Information Communication Technology Division (ICTD). The Intern will have the opportunity to learn about UNICEF’s mission, its various programs, and how it operates globally, while being exposed to working in an international environment. This role will further develop analytical and transactional skills while allowing participation in interesting initiatives.
The Intern will support the finance team and will work at the intersection of finance and ICT. The intern will be responsible for collecting and analyzing financial and IT product/services data to derive cost of IT with the help of the TBM framework.
This may involve:
ICTD Products and Services
Working with ICT technical owners to document the products and services that the division provides
Cost of ICTD Products and Services
Work as bridge between Finance and Technical team to:
identify costs and categorize based on the TBM framework
attribute it to ICT products/services
Identify and derive trends in costs for ICT
Global Cost of ICT – Unpack shadow IT
Develop a framework for deriving the global cost of IT
Work with technical team and IT team to identify instruments to IT expenditures
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Current or recent (graduated in the last 2 years) enrollment in a university programme in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Information Technology, Information Systems or other related areas.
Ability to work 40 hours per week on-site in Valencia, Spain.
Strong knowledge of the MS office suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI etc.
Basic understanding of technology stack would be an asset.
Skills:
Good Communication - Effectively presents thoughts and ideas including complex technical concepts, in a clear, concise, and readily understood manner, both verbally and in writing. Listens to and acknowledges others’ perspectives and views
Flexibility - Works effectively on multiple assignments simultaneously and adapts to changing demands and circumstances
Interpersonal skills – able to work well in a team environment
Strong attention to detail with solid planning and organization skills
Client-Orientation
Commitment and drive for results
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset
Contract Duration and Terms:
The duration of this internship is 6 months.
Individuals must fund their travel and living expenses in Valencia.
Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering their time at the duty station.
Individuals are personally responsible for obtaining any required visa or residence permit, covering the entire period of their internship (if needed).
Internships are paid a monthly net stipend of EUR 800.00 per month for full-time arrangements (40hrs/week) onsite in Valencia, which will be prorated according to attendance. Work arrangements are based on the effective regulations of the duty station, organizational needs and schedules of the interns. Please note that for remote internships the stipend might be different depending on the actual location.
Interns may take up to 2.5 days per month off work for any reason, including for medical reasons. The stipend will be reduced for any absence beyond this quota.
Deadline:
About the Organization
UNICEF is out to change the world for children vaccination by vaccination, blanket by blanket, biscuit by biscuit, book by book. In most of America, these things are considered completely ordinary. But in many parts of the developing world, they can save a child's life.
UNICEF is unique among world organizations and unique among those working with young people. As a global movement, we use our authority to influence decision makers and diverse partners to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. In 155 countries and territories, UNICEF's field staff uses hard-won expertise to meet the challenges facing children and those who care for them.
Our history has given us a profound understanding of development and the importance of child health, education, equality and protection in advancing humanity. All that we do helps children realize their full potential.
In support of UNICEF's work, the U.S. Fund for UNICEF focuses on five major priorities: education, emergencies, HIV/AIDS, immunization and malnutrition.
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