This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in programme management within a leading UN organization. The intern will contribute to impactful projects, develop valuable skills in data analysis, document management, and process improvement, and gain exposure to various aspects of organizational operations within a global context.
This internship position is embedded within the Process Innovation and Digitalisation (PID) Programme, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing UNOPS’ operational efficiency and project delivery. The Programme Management Intern will support various PID projects, contributing to the overhaul of processes and the leveraging of digital technologies. This role offers practical experience in a dynamic environment, working closely with operations, programme, and project teams to meet the evolving needs of UNOPS stakeholders.
Learning Opportunities
The Programme Management intern will gain immersive, hands-on experience by supporting key digital transformation initiatives within a leading UN organization. Through direct involvement in impactful projects, the intern will sharpen technical competencies in data analysis, document management, and process optimization. This role offers a unique vantage point into global organizational operations, allowing the intern to develop practical knowledge in programme, project and change management. The intern will have access to the UNOPS Learning Zone and can access training in various Programme Management, Gender Mainstreaming, Coaching, and mandatory training as per UNOPS policy.
The Programme Management Intern will provide essential support to the PID Programme, assisting in research, data analysis, document preparation, and project management tasks. The intern will contribute to the efficient daily operations of the Programme, working collaboratively with various teams to support the implementation of process improvement and digitalization initiatives.
1. Programme Support
Assist Programme Managers in research and analysis related to Programme implementation.
Support teams in data collection, review, and analysis, drafting documents, presentations, and guidance notes.
Assist with reporting data and communicating with colleagues for verification and additional information.
2. Project Assistance
Provide project management support and innovative solutions to project activities.
Assist Project teams on document management.
Support the identification and documentation of best practices and lessons learned.
3. Administrative Support
Assist with administrative, travel, procurement, HR, and logistics support required for the Programme.
Support system development and process improvement initiative, by contributing to the development of guidance materials such as manuals and procedures, as appropriate.
United Nations Office for Project Services
