Programme Support - Traditional knowledge

Overview

The intern will provide support in research, analysis, and drafting of substantive materials related to traditional knowledge for the Convention on Biological Diversity.

Tasks Summary

• Conduct science-based research, writing and analysis to develop substantive materials and support work related to traditional knowledge.
• Support the drafting of materials for the Nature and Culture Summit and activities related to traditional knowledge.
• Support the organization of regional workshops and informal consultations.
• Provide assistance in the implementation of projects and activities related to the Programme of Work on Article 8(j) and other provisions.
• Support the organization, logistic and coordination of meetings, including online meetings/webinars.
• Identify opportunities for synergies with other relevant international and regional frameworks and mechanisms.

Experience Requirements

Applicants to the UN Internship Programme are not required to have professional work experience. A field of study that is closely related to the type of internship that you are applying for is required. Please explain how your field of study relates to this job opening. Please tell us what experience you have with indigenous studies or issues related to indigenous peoples and local communities. Please tell us what writing experience you have including legal documents and issues related to indigenous peoples and local communities.

Qualification Requirements

• Be enrolled in, or have completed, a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher); or,
• Be enrolled in, or have completed, the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum bachelor 's level or equivalent)
• Have graduated with a university degree.
• Be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Have 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 oral and written English is required.

Languages Preferred: Knowledge of French and Spanish is desirable.

Contract Duration: Six (6) months

Work Modality: Montreal

Remuneration: Interns are not financially remunerated by the United Nations. Costs and arrangements for travel, visas, accommodation and living expenses are the responsibility of interns or their sponsoring institutions.