Intern - Inclusive Growth

Job Description

Background

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and inspiring stories.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Job Purpose and Organizational Context
The UNDP country office in South Africa supports the government of South Africa in achieving its development goals outlined in the National Development Plan 2030 as well as the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The UNDP country office’s activities are guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (2020 -2025), the UNDP Strategic Plan (2022-2025), and the UNDP South Africa Country Programme Document (2020-2025). UNDP’s country programmes seek to contribute to South Africa’s social and economic transformational aspirations from policy support to implementation. UNDP brings knowledge of global best practices to South Africa through flagship knowledge reports including the Human Development Reports.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Programme Manager: Inclusive Growth, the Intern will undertake the following tasks:

• Assist in planning, implementing, administration, monitoring, and evaluating the UNDP Inclusive Growth programme and projects
• Collect and analyze socio-economic data relevant to the promotion of inclusive and sustainable growth in South Africa
• Support the formulation of strategies and the monitoring of progress towards the achievement of the SDGs
• Research potential partners and funding opportunities
• Develop concept notes
• Support stakeholder management
• Support the planning and organization of events
• Support the development of communication and knowledge management products
• Attend conferences and meetings with stakeholders and prepare meeting minutes
• Assist in drafting and preparing official documents
• Any other tasks as may be required

Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

• Interest in and familiarity with development issues, including inclusive and sustainable growth, employment promotion, entrepreneurship development, micro, small, and medium enterprise development, skill development, and digital inclusion
• Integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards
• Promotion of the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability to multicultural environments

Functional Competencies:

• Above average understanding and knowledge of development issues in South Africa
• An excellent skill set in critical thinking and analytical capacity
• Excellent research skills
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Excellent computer literacy in standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Required Skills and Experience

Education:
Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• currently in the final year of a Bachelor’s degree; or
• currently enrolled in a Master’s degree; or
• have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a bachelor’s or master’s degree or equivalent studies.
• Field of study: Business/Public Administration, Economic or Social Sciences or equivalent.

IT skills:

• Knowledge and a proficiency user of Microsoft Office productivity tools;

Internet based working tools

Experience:

• Work experience is an asset but not a requirement. The intern must be eager and proactive.
• Understanding of issues related to inclusive growth and the SDGs is advantageous.
• Exposure to international development in inclusive growth and South Africa’s development is a significant bonus.

Disclaimer

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Note: 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.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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Deadline: 09 Apr 2025