Programme and Research Intern

Job Description

Job Identification: 31806
Posting Date: 02/12/2026, 09:36 AM
Apply Before: 02/27/2026, 12:59 AM
Job Schedule: Full time
Locations: Bangkok, Thailand
Agency: UNDP
Grade: IN
Vacancy Type: Internship Programme
Practice Area: Health
Bureau: Regional Bureau for Asia and the Pacific
Contract Duration: 3 months
Education & Work Experience: Bachelor’s Degree
Required Languages: English
Vacancy Timeline: 2 Weeks

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.

CORPORATE BACKGROUND

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.

UNDP is working to strengthen new frameworks for development, disaster risk reduction and climate change. We support countries’ efforts to achieve the new Sustainable Development Goals, which will guide global development priorities through 2030. The key 2030 Agenda principle of leaving no one behind and stamping out inequality is at the core of everything we do.

UNDP focuses on helping countries build and share solutions in three main areas:

• Sustainable development
• Democratic governance and peacebuilding
• Climate and disaster resilience

In all our activities, we encourage the protection of human rights and the empowerment of women, minorities and the poorest and most vulnerable.

In Asia and the Pacific, UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub (BRH) is responsible for the implementation of regional projects, knowledge management activities and the provision of advisory services to the 24 UNDP Country Offices in Asia and the Pacific.

The HIV and Health Group (HHG) at UNDP supports countries to advance integrated, multisectoral approaches to HIV, health, climate, and development, aligned with the UNDP HIV and Health Strategy 2022-2025. HHG works across three action areas: reducing inequalities and exclusion; promoting effective and inclusive governance for health; and building resilient and sustainable systems for health. The team addresses social, structural, economic, commercial, and environmental determinants of health, leveraging UNDP’s comparative strengths in policy, governance, sustainability, and climate action. Regionally, HHG collaborates with governments, UN agencies, civil society, and development partners to strengthen legal and policy environments, integrate health into climate commitments, advance planetary health, and promote equity across Asia and the Pacific.

INTERNSHIP OFFICE BACKGROUND

Working with the UNDP Bangkok Regional Hub (BRH), the HIV and Health Team (HHG), and UNDP Country Offices in target countries and under the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist/HHG BRH, the intern will support the Climate and Health workstream, including preparations for the upcoming GCF Climate and Health Co-Investment Facility Coordination Programme (Global). The intern will further support the team through research and analytical tasks, particularly to assess how health considerations have been integrated into countries- reports to the UNFCCC and to track related progress.

DUTIES

The intern will assist in the following duties and responsibilities:

• Participate in and support the development of the climate and health portfolio for Asia Pacific region (50%):
  • Conducting desk research on how countries reflect key climate and health priorities in UNFCCC reports and their progress toward related commitments;
  • Compiling data on the status of Health National Adaptation Plans (H-NAPs), including progress, gaps, and key issues;
  • Contributing to research briefs, background materials, and case studies, including creating supporting graphics and visuals;
  • Identifying and documenting climate and health success stories from Asia-Pacific countries, highlighting achievements and lessons learned relevant to UNDP’s portfolio.
• Translate proposal to UNDP templates; develop M&E tools (25%):
  • Support the HHG team in transferring collected data and information into the required UNDP RFP submission templates;
  • Contribute to the design and development of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) tools to support effective project monitoring and assessment.
• Research and knowledge products development (15%):
  • Provide support in conducting desk research and in developing team knowledge products as required.
• Other (10%):
  • Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to provide input on strategy development and project design;
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support the effective implementation of HHG projects.

COMPETENCIES

• Interest and motivation in working in an international organization;
• Outgoing and initiative-taking person with a goal-oriented mindset;
• Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
• Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS Education:

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher) or;
• Currently enrolled in a final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) or;
• Graduated with a university degree - and if selected, must start the internship within one year after graduation.

Field of study: Public Health, Sciences in Global Health and Development, International Development, Science, Sociology, or other related fields in Social Sciences or Humanities.

Required Skills:

• Skilled in qualitative and quantitative analysis, curriculum review, database management, and knowledge product development;
• Proficient in analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation, research and data analysis, literature reviews, mixed-methods evaluation, surveys and interviews;
• Familiarity with programme management, stakeholder coordination, partnerships would be an advantage;
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Powerpoint, Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, Sway, Airtable or any other data visualization tools;
• Basic knowledge of video editing is a plus.

Language skills:

• Excellent writing and drafting skills in English;
• Knowledge of other UN languages is an advantage.

INTERNSHIP CONDITIONS

• UNDP will not pay interns for internship but will provide a stipend in the amount of THB 8,302.50 monthly in accordance with the provisions of the UNDP internship policy; all other expenses connected with it will be borne by me or my sponsoring Government or institution;
• UNDP accepts no responsibility for costs arising from accidents and/or illness or death incurred during the internship;
• Interns are responsible for obtaining necessary visas and arranging travel to and from the duty station where the internship will be performed;
• Interns are not eligible to apply for, or be appointed to, any post in UNDP during the period of the internship;
• Interns must provide proof of enrolment in health insurance plan;
• Interns are not staff members and may not represent UNDP in any official capacity;
• Interns are expected to work full time but flexibility is allowed for education programmes;
• Interns need to obtain financing for subsistence and make own arrangements for internship, travel, VISA, accommodation, etc.

DEADLINE: February 27, 2026