Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Local Governance Intern

Overview

The Gender-Responsive and Inclusive Local Governance Intern will support research, knowledge management, learning, communications, and coordination activities related to gender equality and inclusive local governance within the UNDP Istanbul Regional Hub.

Tasks Summary

• Conduct desk research and compile data for gender responsive local governance analysis.
• Summarize reports, guidance, and case examples related to gender equality and inclusive governance.
• Support the preparation of analytical notes and briefs on gender responsive diagnostics.
• Assist in maintaining knowledge spaces and communication channels for gender-related materials.
• Collect, synthesize, and help develop materials for learning sessions on gender responsive municipalities and women's leadership.
• Assist in creating communication and knowledge products on gender responsive municipal planning and inclusive innovation.
• Support coordination with team members, Country Offices, and municipal partners.
• Provide analytical and operational assistance for gender responsive governance priorities.

Experience Requirements

• Demonstrated interest and knowledge in theory and practice of women’s empowerment and gender equality issues.
• Experience in research on gender equality issues is an asset.
• Familiarity with gender-responsive planning and/or budgeting and gender mainstreaming in public policy or local development is an asset.
• Excellent digital literacy, including Microsoft Suite, Canva, online tools and applications.

Qualification Requirements

• Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
• Have graduated with a university degree in a relevant discipline such as Gender Studies, International Development and Cooperation, Public Policy, Social and Political Sciences, Architecture, Urban Planning, Environmental Sciences or related disciplines and, if selected, must start the internship within one-year of graduation.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Proficiency in English, with excellent writing, research and analytical skills.

Languages Preferred:

Contract Duration: 6 months

Work Modality:

Remuneration: UNDP provide a stipend to all interns from January 2020.