Overview

This internship supports the implementation of the Strategy for Digital Transformation of UN Peacekeeping by assisting in the identification, development, implementation, and evaluation of digital initiatives.

Tasks Summary

• Assist in the identification, development, implementation, and evaluation of digital transformation initiatives.
• Carry out background research on peacekeeping-related challenges, digital solutions, emerging technologies, and innovation methodologies.
• Design and conduct surveys, stakeholder consultations, and data-gathering exercises.
• Support the planning and facilitation of workshops, co-creation sessions, and consultations.
• Draft and contribute to various written outputs, including background notes, talking points, and analytical briefs.
• Maintain organized records of meetings, project documents, and innovation tools.
• Assist with the day-to-day coordination of workstreams and events.
• Assist in organizing and delivering in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings and events.
• Support efforts in measuring the progress and impact of innovation and digital transformation activities.
• Provide logistical, administrative, and operational support for the team’s ongoing work.
• Carry out additional tasks as required to support DET’s priorities.

Experience Requirements

Qualification Requirements

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent); or
• Have graduated with a university degree.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Have a demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter.
• Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs.

Other Details

Languages Required: Fluency in spoken and written English is required.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of an additional official UN language is an advantage.

Contract Duration: 6 months

Work Modality: Hybrid (a few days per week in-person in New York, USA, and a few days per week remote)

Remuneration: The internship is unpaid.